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It slipped away in a span of just 10 minutes. India were left ruing a lapse in concentration late in the first half which cost them their Hero Junior World Cup opener against the Netherlands at the Dhyan Chand Stadium here on Friday. India lost 3-2 and will now have to win both their matches to qualify for the quarterfinals.
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Even though they conceded a goal in the third minute, India looked in good rhythm for the better part of the first half. In fact, they had more scoring opportunities in the first 25 minutes than their counterparts. Their defence looked solid and they were level 1-1 going into the last 10 minutes of the first half.
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But in a dramatic turn of events, the Dutch strikers made their way through the Indian defence, scored two quick goals and put constant pressure on the Indian defence. "That early goal was a setback. But yes, it may be a case of lapse in concentration which possibly was the difference," conceded Indian coach Gregg Clark.
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It was the Dutch who showed early signs of aggression, with the trinity of Pelle Vos, Tom and Hiebendaal combining well to stun the home supporters with a fine goal. India bounced back strongly, earning a penalty corner just two minutes later. But Sukhmanjit Singh's shot was stopped by the rival goalkeeper. When India earned another penalty corner in the 13th minute, they gave second specialist Gurjinder Singh the chance to go for it and he did not disappoint.
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Thereafter it was a fight to take control of the game. The Netherlands seized the upper hand, even though slightly, during the period due to their speed and better ball control. The Indian defence held firm to neutralise all the chances the Dutch created up front. The cat-and-mouse game went on till the 25th minute and then Indian defence crumbled.
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