Brazil has been eliminated from the World Cup after losing 4-2 on penalties to Croatia. Neymar’s goal on the stroke of half-time in extra time appeared to have advanced the Selecao to the semifinals in Qatar, but Bruno Petkovic converted with his side’s first shot on target of the match to force penalties.
Croatia’s efforts were flawless, while Rodrygo’s shot was saved by the outstanding Dominik Livakovic. Marquinhos drove his effort against the post to keep Brazil in the competition, extending his country’s wait for a sixth global title to at least 24 years. Croatia, a country of only four million people, is in its third semi-final appearance in the last six tournaments. The winner of the quarterfinal match between Argentina and the Netherlands will face them.
