Twenty-five years ago,a golden goal from the golden boot of Harry Kewell set up the Socceroos for a fairytale rematch against world champion Brazil in the final of the Confederations Cup.
Argentina have knocked out the Netherlands in a penalty shootout to set up a semi-final against Croatia,who also beat Brazil on penalties on a dramatic day of action.
Vinicius jnr,Neymar,Richarlison and Lucas Paqueta all made it onto the scoresheet in the first half as the five-time champions eye a deep run in Qatar.
Brazil took just seven minutes to hit the lead and didn’t let up in a frantic opening term which underlined their status as tournament favourites in Qatar.
The Brazilian legend is in hospital,but took to social media to refute a report he was in palliative care.
We’re back for another enticing World Cup match-up,this time Ronaldo’s Portugal are taking on Uruguay.
Brazil overcame the absence of Neymar to beat Switzerland 1-0 and advance to the round 16 of the World Cup,where they will be joined by Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal.
Brazil got their campaign under way with a 2-0 win over Serbia on a morning which saw Cristiano Ronaldo etch his name in the record books again.
Brazil’s Richarlison stunned Serbia and millions worldwide with the second goal of his double to get the tournament favourites off to a winning start.
The latest modelling predicts a true footballing powerhouse to emerge victorious in Qatar,and yet more disappointment for one of the top tournament fancies.
Some of the game’s most recognisable names will be missing from football’s biggest tournament when the World Cup kicks off next week.