-
Manchester United Reunion!
Friday, June 13, 2014 From 101 GREAT GOALS
In Brazil on punditry duty with the BBC, Rio Ferdinand got the night off to enjoy himself for the World Cup opener. The former Man United and England defender took advantage of his free time by going around to a friend's place to catch Brazil v Croatia. ... [View All]
Key Words: Brazil Rio Ferdinand Man United -
World Cup referee's vanishing spray
Friday, June 13, 2014 From YAHOO Sport
Frank Lampard will be delighted to learn that this is the first World Cup in which goal line technology will be used. But this isn't the only new innovation changing the game in Brazil: you may have noticed that referees at this tournament are carrying a... [View All]
Key Words: Frank Lampard Brazil -
Neymar double kicks off World Cup
Friday, June 13, 2014 From Fox Sports
The Barcelona talisman proved the key for the 3-1 victory in a sparkling - and controversial - match that may well set the tone for a World Cup of thrills and skills. Each Brazil goal, two scored by Neymar - the second after a dubious penalty won by Fred... [View All]
Key Words: Neymar Brazil Croatia -
Brazil 3 : 1 Croatia
Thursday, June 12, 2014 From PANeymar lit the fireworks for Brazil's World Cup party to begin in earnest after inspiring victory for the host nation in the tournament's opening match against Croatia. Neymar, Brazil's Barcelona talisman, proved the key for the 3-1 victory in a sparkling... [View All]
Key Words: Neymar Brazil Barcelona -
Brazil best be aware of opening day shocks
Thursday, June 12, 2014 From YAHOO SportOn opening day in World Cup history: Brazil would be well-served if it looks back at historic shocks. As it gears up to open the World Cup against Croatia in Sao Paulo, Brazil could do worse than look back in the history books to avoid any complacency. Ov... [View All]
Key Words: -
'Iron Man' suit star in World Cup extravaganza
Thursday, June 12, 2014 From YAHOO Sport
Jennifer Lopez performs at Orchard Beach on June 4, 2014 in Bronx, New York Sao Paulo (AFP) - Pop superstar Jennifer Lopez, hundreds of dancers, drummers and gymnasts, and a paraplegic who will kick a football in a robotic suit will deliver a pre-match ex... [View All]
Key Words: Jennifer Lopez World Cup Brazil -
Scolari staying with Brazil
Thursday, June 12, 2014 From Sky Sport
Luiz Felipe Scolari: Staying with the Brazil team despite the death of his nephew Luiz Felipe Scolari has decided to stay with the Brazil team despite the death of his nephew in an accident two days before the World Cup opener. Scolari attended the offici... [View All]
Key Words: Luiz Felipe Scolari Brazil Chelsea -
Ronaldo: "I'm 99.9% fit"
Thursday, June 12, 2014 From Marca.com
Cristiano Ronaldo did not have much to say about his fitness following the 5-1 thrashing of Ireland in New Jersey. While on his way through the press area, however, he did have time to blurt out what many were eager to hear without breaking stride: "I'm ... [View All]
Key Words: Cristiano Ronaldo Portugal Brazil -
Pitch for England opener in 'bad shape'
Thursday, June 12, 2014 From Independent.co.uk
England are due to open their World Cup campaign against Italy on Saturday on a threadbare, sand-strewn pitch which the Football Association will send an official to examine. Today the head groundsman for the turf provider confirmed: "Frankly, Manaus is ... [View All]
Key Words: England Italy Brazil -
Brazil side's fragility masked by bravado
Thursday, June 12, 2014 From Independent.co.uk
They are talking a good game as they prepare to kick off their tournament against Croatia, but there are reasons to be fearful "So who do you fear a little? Perhaps the Argentines?" I asked Cafu, at an art exhibition celebrating sublime Brazilian football... [View All]
Key Words: Croatia Brazil Luiz Felipe Scolari
- Players