The Netherlands became the first team to qualify for the second round of the World Cup, beating Japan 1-0 Saturday and then watching Denmark defeat Cameroon 2-1.
The Indomitable Lions became the first country eliminated.
Two-time World Cup finalist Netherlands, which became the first European team to earn six points from its first two games at this year's tournament, dictated play. Still, the Dutch did not display the kind of fluid soccer fans have been expecting.
Wesley Sneijder scored in the 53rd minute as the Dutch finally broke down a stubborn Japanese defense in Durban.
"Why do we focus on good soccer instead of winning?" …
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