In the FIFA World Cup, the pre-quarterfinal match between defending champion France and Poland is underway at Al-Thumama Stadium, Doha. France are leading by 2-0, when reports last came in. Olivier Giroud scored the opening goal in 44th minute.

In another knockout encounter, England will take on Senegal at Al Bayt Stadium, Al Khor later tonight at 12.30 AM Indian Time.

Argentina defeated Australia 2-1 in the knockout match last night to storm into the quarter-finals at the Ahmad bin Ali Stadium, in Al Rayyan, Qatar.

Earlier, the Netherlands became the first team to reach quarter-finals after beating the United States of America 3-1 in their first Knockout match at the Khalifa International Stadium in Qatar.