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Argentina, Netherlands Tied 0-0 At The End Of First Half

Argentina and Netherlands were level at 0-0 at the end of the first half of their World Cup semifinal game in Sao Paulo.

Dutch midfielder Nigel de Jong was back from from a groin injury, and striker and captain Robin van Persie recovered from a stomach ailment.

Midfielder Enzo Perez replaced injured winger Angel Di Maria in the Argentine lineup. Also back was left back Marcos Rojo, who was suspended for one match.

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In the first semifinal, played Tuesday, Germany steamrolled host Brazil 7-1.

The final will be played Sunday in Rio's Estadio Maracana.

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