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Netherlands, Australia trade goals, and Tim Cahill’s was amazing

by Kim McCauley
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Australia vs. Netherlands, 2014 World Cup: Oranje win 5-goal thriller
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This was an excellent goal from Arjen Robben, and when he scored it, The Netherlands probably thought they were coasting to an easy win.

Robbengoal

But then OH MY GOD TIM CAHILL.

Austie

I thought you were dead, Kangaroos. I really thought you were dead. Tim Cahill for World Cup golden boot. Australia have absolutely no business being in this game right now.

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