the hosts 1-0 the visitors. the hosts claimed a narrow victory in World Cup.
What happened
In one of the most significant international football stories of the week, The Ivory Coast inflicted a second successive 1-0 defeat on Clarke’s side. This deserves the comprehensive treatment we provide below.
Impact on the World Cup
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Original source: Full reporting on this story is available at The Independent. This article summarises key facts from that report and adds context about international football.
