Dutch down Chile to top Group B
Tuesday, 24 June 2014
The Netherlands defeated Chile 2-0 to take top spot in Group B of 2014 FIFA World Cup in Sao Paulo, Brazil, on Monday. With the win, the Dutch ensured top spot in Group B – and a date with Mexico. Super-subs Leroy Fer and Memphis Depay grabbed the late goals to settle a hard-fought clash. The victory gave the 2010 runners-up a 100 per cent record after earlier wins against Spain and Australia. Holland, missing suspended captain Robin van Persie, finally broke through Chile’s defence on 77 minutes. Daryl Janmaat whipped in a cross and Fer rose high to thunder home a header. In the dying minutes, Arjen Robben burst clear down the left flank and crossed for Depay to stab home from close range, according to AFP.