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The Netherlands trained at Estadio Roberto Santos in Salvador on Friday (4th July) ahead of their 2014 FIFA World Cup quarter-final against Costa Rica at Arena Fonte Nova on Saturday (5th July).

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Holland trained in Salvador on Friday ahead of their World Cup quarter-final against Costa Rica.

Louis van Gaal's team reached the last eight in dramatic fashion, with a 2-1 win over Mexico in the round of 16.

The Dutch were 1-0 down when an 88th minute Wesley Sneijder equaliser drew them level. And that was followed by a 94th minute penalty converted by substitute Klaas Jan Huntelaar.

Holland, who reached the final of the compeition four years ago, finished top of Group B, with wins over defending World Champions Spain, Chile and Australia.

Their opponents on Saturday Costa Rica are playing in their first ever World Cup quarter-final after overcoming Greece on penalties in the second round. The Costa Ricans also impressively topped Group D ahead of three former World Cup winners - Uruguay, Italy and England.

Whilst Costa Rica coach Jorge Luis Pinto has spoken out this week against Arjen Robben, claiming he is worried his side will be subjected to Robben's diving.

The match will take place at the Arena Fonte Nova on Friday.