The 13th day of FIFA remained full of excitements and surprises.

Luis Suarez was at the centre of another biting storm as Uruguay sensationally dumped ten-man Italy out of the World Cup with a dramatic 1-0 victory on Tuesday.

Colombia reserve keeper Faryd Mondragon became the oldest man to play at the finals at the age of 43, making a late appearance off the bench in a 4-1 win over Japan that secured top spot in Group C.

In Group D's other game in Belo Horizonte, Costa Rica ensured England's miserable World Cup ended with a whimper after a 0-0 draw.

In the forth match, Greece beat Ivory Coast with 2-1.

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