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Why Russia 2018 has been a football festival of the ages

By Kimathi Kamau | Jul. 15, 2018
Round of 16 - Uruguay vs Portugal - Fisht Stadium, Sochi, Russia - June 30, 2018 Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo reacts at referee Cesar Arturo Ramos REUTERS

Teamwork excelled and individual brilliance was not enough as likes of Messi, Ronaldo and Neymar fell by the wayside.

The Russia 2018 World Cup has been phenomenal and as France play Croatia in the final this evening, football fans will miss the edge of the seat entertainment.

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