World Cup 2018: Twitter reacts as Croatia knockout host Russia
Here are the reactions as Croatia beat Russia 4-3 on penalties at the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
Here are Twitter reactions as Croatia knocked out hosts Russia 4-3 on penalties after a 2-2 draw in 120 minutes in their quarterfinal 2018 FIFA World Cup, clash on Saturday, July 7.
Russia advanced to the quarterfinal after a penalty victory over Spain while Croatia also needed penalties to overcome Denmark in their round of 16 clash.
The game ended 2-2 in extra time, Denis Cheryshev gave the hosts the lead in the 31st minute, but Andrej Kramaric equalised for Croatia before halftime.
Domagoj Vida thought he won the game for Croatia when he converted a corner kick in extra time, but Mario Fernandes converted a header to send the game to penalties.
Denis Cheryshev hailed for goal against Croatia
Denis Cheryshev was hailed for his strike against Croatia on Twitter, which opened the scoring in the game.
Cheryshev's goal was his fourth of the tournament and Twitter users were impressed with the technique of his latest which was hailed as one of the best of the competition.
Here are the reactions on Twitter, "Wow. What a goal from Cheryshev. This World Cup is utterly bonkers."
"Something extra special about a goal when the keeper doesn’t move. Just has to stand and watch like the rest of us. One of my favourite goals of the tournament so far. "
"Such a rude finish by Cheryshev "
Ivan Rakitic the hero for Croatia
Ivan Rakitic was hailed as the hero for Croatia as he scored the winning penalty to give his side victory against Russia.
Croatia will now face England in their semifinal clash on Wednesday, July 11.
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