Why Germany Are the Team to Beat at the 2014 World Cup

“We will prepare ourselves like a world champion.” Such was the call from German national team coach Jogi Low, per The Telegraph, during a press conference at the end of last year. “I also think that we, because of the last four years, are among the favourites. We face up to this task and we put this pressure onto ourselves.” Yet as we now enter 2014 and the World Cup that... 

Six Nations 2014: Biggest Hits of the Opening Weekend

Assembling some of the finest rugby talent that the Northern Hemisphere has to offer, last weekend opened up the 2014 Six Nations in barnstorming style. As well as all the finesse and flair that comes complimentary of such esteemed company, however, there were bruises to be dished out and physical head-to-head battles in need of settling. In Paris, England and France were left separated by just two... 

Assessing Likelihood of an F1 Midfield Team Breaking Through in 2014

The recent first pre-season test of the 2014 season at Jerez in Spain went a long way to proving that the radical new engine and aero regulations could shake up the grid as never before. With previous seasons, teams knew more or less what was going to happen with the engine regulations staying the same and only minor tweaks to aerodynamic regulations and tyre compounds. It was therefore easier to... 

At the Departure Gate Week of Feb 3: Who’s Currently in Hodgson’s England Squad?

The FIFA 2014 World Cup is set to begin in just 127 days and Roy Hodgson still has a number of tough decisions to make. Over the next three months numerous players in the Premier League—and a couple outside of it—will vie for the chance to represent England at Brazil this June. This is the second edition of a rolling feature, where we take a firm look at who’s on the plane, checking... 

Picking a Best Brazil XI Playing in the Campeonato Brasileiro

A couple of weeks ago Bleacher Report ran a “Best Brazil XI playing in Europe” feature.  Today we are switching focus to this corner of the world and choosing a side made up of players from the Brazilian national championship, the Campeonato Brasileiro. The new season has just begun so form from the 2013 campaign will be the main consideration. Whilst the bulk of Luiz Felipe Scolari’s... 

Six Nations: Biggest Blunders in Tournament History

When England debutant Jack Nowell slipped on his backside in the 17th minute of his side’s clash with France last weekend, he inducted himself into a dubious hall of fame. The young Exeter winger’s mistake allowed Yoann Huget to collect the ball and dive over for his second try of what was a thrilling match. But Nowell shouldn’t feel too embarrassed. He joins an impressive line-up... 

Breaking Down Red Bull’s Performance at 2014 Jerez Pre-Season Test

How hath the mighty fallen? Before the first pre-season test of the 2014 season, Red Bull Racing were full of optimism about their chances of defending their drivers’ and constructors’ titles despite the new regulation changes. But after a nightmare four days in Jerez that saw the team rack up only 21 laps, Mercedes has now taken over the favourites mantle for the new season. So where did... 

Six Nations Championship 2014: Predictions, Analysis for Remainder of Tournament

The opening weekend of this year’s Six Nations action served in answering several questions regarding the title-challenging credentials of some of the championship hopefuls. Wales, France and Ireland all started the tournament with wins at home and as a result are in the driving seat for eventual glory at the end of the campaign. As Planet Rugby pointed out in December, this year’s... 

5 USMNT Players Who Will Be Unsung Heroes at the World Cup

It is easy to predict who the stars of the 2014 FIFA World Cup will be for the United States, but it is much more difficult to guess who the unsung heroes of the tournament will be.  With three tough group games against Ghana, Portugal and Germany ahead for the Yanks in Brazil, there are sure to be a few performances by players that get lost in the discussion of star performances.  Here is... 

5 Things Eric Boullier Will Bring to McLaren and Lotus Will Miss

Following the departure of technical director Martin Whitmarsh from the McLaren Formula One team, Eric Boullier was brought in last week as racing director. The Frenchman was in turn replaced as technical director at his old team, Lotus, by Gerard Lopez. It was the first major recruitment of Ron Dennis’ second reign as McLaren Group chief executive, and should be considered a big step in the... 

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