Defending champion Spain gets repeat of 2010 final
COSTA DO SAUIPE, Brazil (AP) — Defending champion Spain will play its opening World Cup game against the Netherlands, a repeat of the 2010 final, while host Brazil faces a relatively easy path to the knockout stage after Friday's draw. The United States was drawn into the toughest group with Germany, Portugal and Ghana. "Difficult draw, but a group the U. S. can get through if they play well," former U. S. coach Bruce Arena told The Associated Press. Brazil starts its campaign for a Cup...
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