Belgium put five past Tunisia to qualify for knockouts; Toni Kroos saves Germany's blushes with late free-kick
Belgium scored five goals to breeze past Tunisia, Mexico’s Javier Hernandez broke South Korean hearts and Toni Kroos rescued Germany’s qualification hopes with a late goal on day 10 of the World Cup.
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Eden Hazard and Romelu Lukaku notched up braces as Belgium beat Tunisia 5-2 to qualify for the next round. With two defeats in two matches, Tunisia only stand a slight mathematical chance of qualifying in second place, which hinges on England losing both their remaining group stage matches. AFP
Chelsea striker Michy Batshuayi put the cherry on top of Belgium's dominant performance by scoring their fifth goal. Belgium have scored eight goals in their two matches at the World Cup. AFP
Belgium will play their third and final group stage match against England, a fixture between two heavyweights that are expected to impress in the tournament. The match will be played on 28 June. AFP
Javier Hernandez scored Mexico's second goal in their match against South Korea. Mexico won 2-1, ensuring their qualification after beating defending champions Germany in their first match. AFP
South Korea's defender Kim Young-gwon reacts after the final whistle of their match against Mexico. South Korea's chances of qualifying for the next round are minimal and require them to defeat Germany in their next match. AFP
Sweden striker Ola Toivonen scored the first goal in their match against Germany. For much of the match, it seemed like Germany would be held to a draw by a resolute Sweden side. AFP
German midfielder Toni Kroos scored via a free kick late into added time at the end of the second half. Germany's victory means that they still have a decent chance of qualifying for the next round, should they beat South Korea. AFP