The Canadian Press: Netherlands beats France 4-1 to qualify for Euro 2008 quarter-finals
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Netherlands beats France 4-1 to qualify for Euro 2008 quarter-finals
Substitute Arjen Robben set up one goal and scored another Friday to lead the Netherlands to a 4-1 victory over France and a place in the quarter-finals of the European Championship. While the Dutch clinched first place in Group C, the result left France needing a win over World Cup champion Italy in its last match to stand a good chance of advancing at the tournament. With a second classic performance in as many games, the Dutch again produced the sparkle any championship craves, compiling a total of seven goals against World Cup finalists Italy and France. The Netherlands beat Italy 3-0 Monday.
Labels: EU, EURO 2008, France, Netherlands, Soccer
