The Netherlands stormed into their first Soccer World Cup final since 1978 on Tuesday, beating Uruguay 3-2.

To many Diego Forlán sneaked into South Africa masquerading as an anonymous footballer seeking fame and fortune at the Soccer World Cup.

Uruguay coach Oscar Tabarez said on Monday he was angry and upset that his team had been accused of cheating their way into the World Cup semifinals.

Dutch coach Bert Van Marwijk has warned his side to keep their feet on the ground as they prepare for Tuesday's World Cup semifinal against Uruguay.

Uruguay claimed their first Soccer World Cup semifinal appearance in 40 years after a 4-2 penalty shootout win over Ghana at Soccer City on Friday.

Uruguay are on the verge of their first World Cup semifinal appearance in 40 years with Ghana blocking their way at Soccer City on Friday.

Ghana will be bidding to become the first African nation to reach the semifinals of the World Cup when they play Uruguay on Friday.

Two-time champions Argentina sealed top spot in Group B by beating Greece 2-0 while South Korea go to the last 16 as runners-up despite a 2-2 draw.

Uruguay and Mexico reached the Soccer World Cup last 16 on Tuesday.

The coaches of Mexico and Uruguay have dismissed suggestions they might collude to produce the draw that would put both their teams into the last 16.