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A bit of non-World Cup news for you:

Manchester United are close to completing a deal to sign midfielder Ander Herrera from Athletic Bilbao.

United failed in an attempt to buy Herrera, 24, last summer but new boss Louis van Gaal has revived the transfer, which could be completed as early as today.

England striker Daniel Sturridge on Twitter:, external "Gutted my World Cup will be over. Seriously been one of the best experiences I've had in my life. God willing, I play in one again."

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Former Three Lions skipper Tony Adams on current England captain Steven Gerrard's performances in the World Cup: "Steve's had a great tournament. He's been solid, he keeps the ball moving. He's maybe a bit pedestrian at times but I think he's been fantastic.

"He's a great leader. We're asking Steve to play in a more defensive role and he's too good for that. I think he could have been a bit more adventurous. He's got great delivery from set plays.

"He's an excellent captain and a great leader."

The Netherlands progressed to the last 16 with victory over Chile. It was their sixth successive World Cup group match win.

But soon-to-be Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal took journalists to task as he bristled at suggestions he wasn't playing attacking football.

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"Could you give me a definition of attacking football? That's my question to you," he said to one journalist. "I'm asking you, if you have such a clever question... if you're going to ask me questions, I'm going to ask you questions.

"It's all about winning so I use the system I think will let me win... that's what I think football is. You have to evaluate a strategy that will help you win and this is the proof in the pudding. We're not giving away games and we're winning."

Today we're asking: What would you like to see from England against Costa Rica? Is a result more important than the performance? Will a victory go any way to easing the pain of the previous defeats?

Robin Greenwell:, external Nothing less than an England win to restore some pride. To go home with 'nil point' would be like Eurovision!

Jim Davies:, external I want them to get hammered to complete the humiliation and hopefully end the disgusting arrogance we have as a team.

Tim Little:, external England need a win to salvage pride. I fear though Hodgson has picked a team to keep players happy rather than to win a game.

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Former captain Tony Adams says England will find it difficult to enjoy tonight's match - even if they win.

Adams told 5 live World Cup Breakfast: "It's incredibly difficult for both fans and players. I scored my best international goal against Russia in Euro 1988 (when England had already been eliminated). I remember scoring the goal, running over to our fans and them booing me.

"They were disappointed. We'd lost the two previous games and they needed someone to blame. That wasn't a great moment for me. I was chased when I came home from the Euros.

"There were two busloads of fans who chased me in my Fiat Uno from Luton Airport. I feel for both sides of it. All the fans have paid a lot of money and the players will feel they haven't done themselves justice."

But David Villa has stopped short of admitting his international career is definitely over, although he conceded it would be difficult for him to play for his country again as prepares to join MLS side New York City FC.

The 32-year-old told the Spanish press: "I've always said that I love playing in the national team and that's what I've always dreamed of. I would play until I'm 55 but I'm aware that's impossible.

"If the coach wants to call me up, I would be delighted, but it's difficult and you need to be realistic. It would be normal that it all finishes here."

Reigning champions Spain signed off with a convincing 3-0 victory over Australia, scoring three goals in a game for the first time in 12 World Cup matches.

Coach Vicente Del Bosque said there was "no rush" in making a decision over his future and admitted he did not realise the match against the Socceroos was David Villa's last for Spain.

"He said it was his last game, but I didn't know that. I'm sure he was upset," said Del Bosque, explaining why he had substituted his goalscorer, who had to be consoled on the bench, in the 57th minute. "All I was thinking about is that it was time to kill off the game."

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If you missed any of the action on Monday, panic not because there's a Match of the Day World Cup catch-up service available for you. You're welcome.

Also, our friends at BBC Radio 5 live have put together the best of their coverage in "pint-sized World Cup" which is four minutes of exciting, and expert, commentary.

What can you do in 100 seconds? You can't boil an egg, you can't even make porridge in such a short space of time - but you can watch the first 100 goals of the 2014 World Cup in Brazil. Is there a better way to start the day? We don't think so.

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For the indecisive among you, today is going to be a very difficult day because there is a lot of football on offer. But, in an attempt to be of some help, here are the day's key times (BST, of course):

From 06:00: World Cup Catch Up (BBC Sport website/iPlayer)

16:00-19:30: Costa Rica v England (ITV & BBC Radio 5 live)

16:00-19:05: Italy v Uruguay (ITV4 & BBC Radio 5 live)

20:00-22:00: Greece v Ivory Coast (BBC One & BBC Radio 5 live)

20:30-23:00: Japan v Colombia (BBC Three & BBC Radio 5 live)

Jamie Lett:, external A convincing win from England.

Anthony Gray:, external It would be good to see them play inventive, attacking football, fewer backpasses.

Warren FNE:, external Every player belt out the national anthem instead of miming and playing their heart out. A few goals would be nice.

Today we're asking: What would you like to see from England against Costa Rica? Is a result more important than the performance? Will a victory go any way to easing the pain of the previous defeats?

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More from Jimmy Armfield on what's next for England: "We're looking now at the European Championships, but where is the threat to the players in the squad? That's what concerns me. We need more good quality English defenders.

"Frank Lampard and Steven Gerrard are going away to think about their international futures. Blimey. Is that their decision to make? They've got to be picked first.

"I think Roy Hodgson is looking ahead now to see what these younger lads are capable of."

Joe Haslam:, external Give us something to look forward to and a victory would be nice!

Brandon Deakin:, external Hope England go out on a high later, just hope to see a few goals from them!

Andrew H:, external A win can put us above the loser of Italy v Uruguay. That'll look much better an a few weeks (and frankly give some people perspective).

What would you like to see from England against Costa Rica? Is a result more important than the performance? Will a victory go any way to easing the pain of the previous defeats?

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Former England defender and BBC pundit Jimmy Armfield talks to 5 live World Cup Breakfast about England's meeting with Costa Rica tonight.

"They need to win - that's the first thing. If they lose, it'll be the worst all-time record and they don't want that.

"I don't think it will be easy because Costa Rica are one of the surprise packages of this World Cup. Their football is of a higher quality than most people expected, so England will have to play reasonably well to get a result."

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Former England striker Michael Owen says Gary Neville should succeed Roy Hodgson as England manager.

Writing for the Daily Telegraph,, external Owen says: "The proposition that would excite me once Hodgson steps aside as expected in two years is to offer the opportunity to someone at the start of his coaching career and give him the platform to thrive.

"Someone who would command the respect of his peers and bring a fresher approach to the job. A personality who is completely in tune with the demands on the players at that level. Neville ticks every box."

Hodgson says Neville has all the qualities needed to become a manager, reports the Times., external

The Daily Mail's columnist Martin Samuel argues that Roy Hodgson has turned England into West Bromwich Albion, external - safe but with no hope of success.

And the Independent's Sam Wallace, external writes why a victory is vital to lift England's spirits before the long journey home.

We asked what you would like to see from England against Costa Rica tonight. Here are some early shouts:

Adam Loveday:, external More passion, we're only playing for pride now. There's no excuses now. Let's at least get three points before going home.

Samuel Sinclair:, external I'd like to see England beat Costa Rica 7-0 or 8-0 just so we get a bit of closure from the disappointment.

Paul Denny:, external Some pride and passion wouldn't go amiss. Maybe even push the boat out and score a goal or two.

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On Twitter:, external Inside the Rio studio, my Copacabunker, on BBC 5 live World Cup Breakfast.

And then we have the eagle-eyed Sun, which has spotted Greg Dyke's unfortunate choice of book for the World Cup. The FA chairman appears to be engrossed in Death in Brazil.

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