After FIFA’s questionable antics involving the suspension of Folarin Balogun’s 1-match ban, Belgium can feel proud and justified to book their place in the Quarter Final of this year’s World Cup.

A 41 year old Cristiano Ronaldo may no longer be worthy of all the plaudits for his countries performances, but its hard to keep him out the action. Portugal fought back from a goal down to win the tie against Croatia, in a thrilling second-half display.

A 7-1 thumping of newcomers Curaçao, a last-gasp win against Ivory Coast and a careless loss to Ecuador, the German national team showed plenty of promise in parts, however a consistent lack of conviction may halt their hopes of progression in the knockout phases of this year’s World Cup.