FIFA World Cup 2018: Croatia, Denmark start well as South American teams struggle
Croatia claimed pole position in Group D with a hard-fought 2-0 win against Nigeria thanks to an own goal from Oghenekaro Etebo and a Luka Modric penalty.
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Croatia went on top of Group D with a magnificent 2-0 win over Nigeria while Denmark also started off well with a win over Peru. (AP)
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Denmark's forward Yussuf Poulsen celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal during the Russia 2018 World Cup Group C football match between Peru and Denmark as the Scandinavian country started their campaign on a high. (AFP)
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Denmark players celebrate as Peru players react after the final whistle of the Russia 2018 World Cup in a closely-fought encounter which they won 1-0. (AFP)
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Peru's midfielder Christian Cueva (C) reacts as he is consoled by his teammates after failing his penalty kick. (AFP)
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