Julio Cesar - Netherlands deserved to win
Julio Cesar - Netherlands deserved to win
Posted: 2010-07-02 19:39
Brazil goalkeeper Julio Cesar has admitted the Netherlands deserved to progress to the World Cup 2010 semi-finals.
The Inter player endured a game to forget as his flap at a Wesley Sneijder cross led to the Felipe Melo own goal that saw the Dutch draw level. His club team-mate was then on hand again to add the finishing touch to condemn the Samba Boys to a 2-1 defeat and an early exit from the competition.
Speaking to the press after the game, Cesar expressed his regret at letting down the Brazilian supporters.
"The trust of the Brazilian fans was high. I think football is eleven against eleven and in the second half they deserved the result," Cesar said.
"We didn't react well to the first goal. It was a ball that I had doubts on how to go to the ball with Melo. Those are things that happen in football. We have to hold our heads high.
"The pressure in Brazil is always big. But it was worth it for the campaign and for getting here. It's a very sad feeling."
: 2010-07-02 19:59
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