Argentina dramatically earned their place into the quarter finals of World Cup 2014 after grabbing an extra time win over Switzerland. Being tipped as one the favorites, Argentina were keen on showcasing their qualities but it was far from an easy contest as Swiss put on a positive display.

Another casualty of World Cup 2014 emerged soon after the last 16 match between France against Nigeria as Stephen Keshi has stepped down from his previous role as the Super Eagles manager.

Just as it was predicted, Germany eventually coming out as winner on their World Cup last 16 battle against Algeria, though it was far from an easy contest. Arriving in the knock out stage as group winner, Germany tried to take control of the tie as the immediately push forward since early minutes.

France making their way into the quarter finals of World Cup after grabbing a 2-0 victory over Nigeria this midweek. Both teams were looking really eager in grabbing that early goal which could helped them control the tie.

Ahead of their last 16 battle against Algeria, Germany head coach, Joachim Low is being troubled with the abundant of selection he has in midfield. The tactician apparently still can't decide whether he should start Bastian Schweinsteiger or Sami Khedira in that heart of Der Panzer game as both players are in good condition.

Belgium will be facing USA in the last 16 of World Cup 2014 campaign and ahead of that battle, Red Devils' head coach, Marc Wilmots, admitted that he is hoping to see his star man, Eden Hazard to give more on the pitch.

Costa Rica continue to produce surprises in this current World Cup as they secured a place into the Quarter Finals of that tournament after defeating Greece in another dramatic penalty shoot out.

Advancing into the knock out stages of World Cup 2014 as runners up of group E, a difficult battle awaits Switzerland as they will be facing Argentina. Although admitting that their opponent are a strong footballing nation with many quality players, Swiss midfielder Admir Mehmedi is confident that his side have the ability in creating a shock.

USA are gearing up for their last 16 World Cup 2014 battle against Belgium and keen on advancing into the next round, Jurgen Klinsmann's men are preparing for everything including the possibilities of penalties.

Netherlands made their way into the next round of World Cup 2014 after snatching a dramatic victory over Mexico. Being tipped as favorite, the Orange immediately put on in an attacking approach since kick off, but was facing strong resilience from Mexico.

Germany preparing for their last 16 World Cup 2014 battle against Algeria and ahead of that clash, Der Panzer's head coach, Joachim Low hails the importance of Thomas Muller to his squad.

Advancing from the group stage with an unbeaten record including a heavy 5-2 win over Switzerland obviously give plenty confidence for Les Blues ahead of their last 16 match up against Nigeria.

Colombia booked a place into the Quarter Finals of World Cup 2014 after comfortably defeating their fellow South American rival, Uruguay. Keen on advancing into the next stages, both teams were pushing hard for three points since kick off, but it was Colombia that got things going as James Rodriguez opened the scoring on 28 minutes.

World Cup 2014 host nation, Brazil continue to march their way into the quarter finals of that tournament after grabbing a dramatic hard fought battle against Chile. The two South American teams immediately put on an aggressive display since kick off but it was Brazil that got things going as the went one goal up on 18 minutes through David Luiz.

France are gearing up for their upcoming last 16 battle against Nigeria and ahead of that tie, Les Blues' defender, Bacary Sagna warned his teammates about their opponents strength.