The best and worst of the World Cup group stage

Most unlucky

Senegal can consider themselves desperately unfortunate not to advance to the round of 16. The African team defeated Poland in their opening match and looked the better side for long periods in a 2-2 draw with Japan. They paid the price for not capitalizing on their early dominance against Colombia on Thursday, losing 1-0. Despite finishing level with Japan on points, goals for and goals conceded, the Lions of Teranga were eliminated for having picked up more yellow cards.

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