He held his pipes, high over his head at first to keep them from the wet (for while whisky was said to be good for the bag, salt water wasn't), then cradled in his arms to play.

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Japan goalkeeper Seigo Narazaki was rarely troubled but reacted smartly on the hour to keep out a free kick from Etienne Boka which skidded through dangerously on the wet surface.

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"It was wet and windy on Tuesday and Wednesday, so it was pretty tough to keep hold of the ball, " he said.

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On a cold and wet night, emergency teams have been toiling under floodlights to reach survivors, as relatives keep vigil outside.

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