FIFA 2014 :Huge Success for Brazil, But Not on the Field
RIO DE JANEIRO — When Mario Götze settled a crossing pass with his chest and volleyed a goal that won the World Cup, German fans roared in ecstatic release. Those from Brazil were nearly as delirious, even if it was out of relief as much as celebration. It might have seemed an odd sight,... read more »
Germany, Argentina dominate Golden Ball shortlist
Finalists Germany and Argentina have four and three players shortlisted respectively for the Golden Ball award given to the World Cup’s best player. Defenders Mats Hummels and Philipp Lahm, midfielder Toni Kroos and forward Thomas Muller were among 10 contenders announced by football governing... read more »
World Cup 2014 : 26,000 police and soldiers to provide World Cup final secu...
Some 26,000 police and soldiers will provide security Sunday for the World Cup final in Rio between Argentina and Germany, the Brazilian justice minister said Thursday. After a meeting with FIFA and the federal government in Rio, minister Jose Eduardo Cardozo said that force has not been increased... read more »
Argentina, Germany start final tuning, Suarez loses appeal
Argentina and Germany were both back at work on Thursday, secretly hatching plans for Sunday’s World Cup final as Uruguay striker Luis Suarez lost his appeal against his ban for biting. While their contrasting styles promise a classic battle between Europe and South America, Argentina and... read more »
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