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English pundits attack Valencia striker Cavani after Uruguay World Cup elimination

English pundits have attacked Valencia striker Edinson Cavani over his reaction after Uruguay's World Cup elimination.

Victory over Ghana wasn't enough for Uruguay as South Korea's win against an already qualified Portugal saw the Asians through to the round of 16.

Footage emerged of Cavani walking to the changing rooms - but not before his final public act of frustration was carried out, as he pushed over the VAR monitor.

Speaking on ITV after an afternoon packed full of drama, Ian Wright slammed Cavani's conduct in the aftermath of Uruguay's World Cup exit.

"Wow, what a horrible guy!" Wright said.

Joe Cole echoed his colleague's thoughts, saying: "It's terrible behaviour. You feel your frustration when you lose games of football, but you have to keep your composure because you have a responsibility.

"The world is watching, kids are watching," he added. "You can accept a little blow up, but four or five players are around the referee, it is not a good luck."

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