Uruguay vs Netherlands. Before the World Cup started, few people would have predicted that you would see these two teams in the semi-finals. But both teams deserve to be there. Netherlands after beating Brazil. Uruguay after overcoming the odds to beat Ghana. And now they both face off against each other.
Uruguay will start the World Cup match against Netherlands without Luis Suarez and Jorge Fucile, both of whom are suspended. Meanwhile, Nicolas Lodeiro has been ruled out of the tournament with a broken foot, while captain Diego Lugano is struggling with a knee injury.
For Netherlands, Gregory van der Wiel and Nigel de Jong are suspended and will not be playing in this crucial World Cup game.
Before, during and after the game, add your insights and opinions regarding this semi-final in the comments section below.
What a game, and what an ending! Brilliant.
Cheers,
The Gaffer