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World Cup 2018 Day 17: France boss keeps it dull, Sampaoli cosies up to Messi, Portugal wary of Uruguay

Day 17 of the World Cup – a day where fans had to find something else to do other than watch football matches.

After just over two weeks of non-stop action during the group stage, the tournament took a well-earned break ahead of Saturday’s first two games of the last 16.

France vs Argentina and Uruguay vs Portugal could create a day to remember, but it would be a brave move to state with certainty who will win both games.

Whichever way the results go there will be some big names exiting the tournament on Saturday – something that will probably please the teams in the other half of the draw.