Denmark denied late VAR penalty as Tunisia hold on for draw in stalemate

If the match had been billed as Christian Eriksen’s once unthinkable return to the World Cup stage, it became more memorable for an atmosphere that gave the lie to any notion this tournament will be bereft of fanatical football crowds. 

ANGUISH: Denmark’s Christian Eriksen reacts during his side’s World Cup goalless draw with Tunisia (Petr David Josek/AP)

Denmark 0 Tunisia 0

This was a reminder that Denmark must walk steadily before they attempt to run.