WORLD CUP 2014: Italy 0 - 1 Uruguay

Luis Suarez found himself at the centre of another biting accusation shortly before Diego Godin's late goal sent Uruguay through to the World Cup knockout stages with a 1-0 win over 10-man Italy in Natal.

Television replays showed Suarez moving his head towards Chiellini who responded by swinging an arm, before chasing the referee to apparently insist he had been bitten on his shoulder. Suarez could face suspension if FIFA disciplinary officials uphold Chiellini's protests, and the incident cast a shadow over a hard-fought win for Uruguay.

Defender Godin rose highest to head home an 81st-minute corner to end the resistance of the Italians, who had played with 10 men since Claudio Marchisio's sending-off on the hour.

The dramatic ending came in stark contrast to an abysmal first period of a match the Uruguayans needed to win in order to progress along with Costa Rica.

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