VOICED : Football: Krul saves Netherlands as Costa Rica downed

The transcript covers the World Cup semifinals match between the Netherlands and Costa Rica. It highlights the intense 120-minute game that ended in a penalty shootout, with the Netherlands emerging victorious. The Dutch team's strategic move of changing goalkeepers in the final seconds proved crucial. Despite their loss, Costa Rica's performance was commendable, making a significant mark in the competition. The Netherlands will now face Argentina in the upcoming semifinals.

What was the outcome of the Netherlands vs. Costa Rica match?

• Costa Rica won in regular time

• The Netherlands won after a penalty shootout

• It ended in a draw

• The match was abandoned

What strategic decision did the Netherlands coach make during the match?

• He decided to play with ten men

• He called for a timeout

• He changed the goalkeeper just before the penalty shootout

• He substituted a defender for a forward

How did the new goalkeeper impact the penalty shootout?

• He saved two penalties

• He scored a goal

• He was sent off

• He conceded all penalties

What was Costa Rica's notable achievement in the World Cup?

• Winning the World Cup

• Defeating Argentina

• Reaching the semifinals

• Reaching the quarterfinals and showing strong performance

Who will the Netherlands face in the semifinals?

• Brazil

• Germany

• Argentina

• France