Portugal: Victory over Russia May Only Be Postponing More Inevitable Heartbreak

Russia and Portugal know a thing or two about not making it to the big one; not qualifying for the World Cup. Over the last 15 years, both have failed to secure a spot at the high table at least once. For two of Europe’s most dominant national sides, and two countries that like to think of themselves as footballing powerhouses, the disappointments have been particularly hard to bear. Both missed... 

FIFA Confederations Cup: Under-the-Radar Players You Need to Know

The Confederations Cup is fast approaching, with eight national teams set to battle for this summer’s most hotly-contested prize. Naturally, intrigue and speculation will predominantly surround the major teams and players featured—with Brazil and Neymar clearly primed to be show-stealers. The lesser-known players also present a myriad of interests, and this article focuses on some of the... 

FIFA Confederations Cup: Complete Guide to Group A

Brazil’s recent friendly with England has whetted the appetite for this summer’s Confederations Cup. With only two weeks to go until the tournament finally kicks off, Bleacher Report take a look ahead at the host’s opponents, and previews Group A. While the Selecao are likely to be the main attraction, their three rivals will doubtless draw intrigue of their own. Brazil opens against... 

Mexico vs. Nigeria: 5 Things We Learned

Nigeria and Mexico played out an exciting, breathless draw at Reliant Stadium in Houston, both sides keen to impress ahead of a potentially crucial summer, with the Confederations Cup looming ahead. Manchester United forward Chicharito opened the scoring for Mexico on 21 minutes, before the complexion of the game was changed as Nigeria found the initiative. Pablo Barrera was dismissed following a handball... 

Mexico 2-2 Nigeria: As It Happened

International Friendly: Mexico v. Nigeria–Reliant Stadium, Houston, TX Nigeria 2-2 Mexico The Super Eagles and El Tri play out an exciting, and at times intoxicating, 2-2 draw at the Reliant Stadium, Houston. Both teams looked keen to put recent disappointments behind them to secure a win, and ultimately, the pair will be able to take key positives from the performance. Look out for much more... 

Ogenyi Onazi: Possibly the Best Young Player You Haven’t Heard of Yet

In this piece, Bleacher Report takes a look at Ogenyi Onazi, a Nigerian prodigy who looks set to have a big impact in the world of football. While I could have chosen one of a number of more obscure players to report on in this piece, I felt that the claims of the youngster Onazi, as well as the early strides he has already taken in the game, make him an ideal subject for this work. While Onazi was... 

Scouting Derek Boateng: Rumoured Summer Transfer Target for Fulham

Another season draws to a close, and Fulham once again find themselves lolloping around in the middle of the table. The threat of relegation has never really been taken seriously at Craven Cottage this season—despite the club’s recent loss to Reading—while the promise of a European campaign to rival those during the reign of Roy Hodgson has been washed away by inconsistency. Fulham... 

Cameroon Legend Roger Milla: Profile of an Indomitable Lion

Normally, only the most prolific of forwards are remembered long after their days of influence have passed. However, every now and again a forward without a superlative scoring record is recalled due to the sheer impact and pertinence of their contribution. Roger Milla is one such frontman. His scoring record with Cameroon (28 goals in 102 games) and with French clubs Bastia (35 in 113), Valenciennes... 

Kwadwo Asamoah: Scouting Juventus and Ghana’s Rising Star

It has been a season of two halves for Juventus midfielder Kwadwo Asamoah; two halves that could appropriately be identified as pre–Africa Cup of Nations and post-Africa Cup of Nations. The continent’s premier competition can often have a disorienting impact on a player’s season. Regardless of success or failure with the national side, the reality of a return to Africa, of an intense... 

World Cup 2014: Stadium-by-Stadium Update and Photos

With FIFA having identified December as the strict cut-off point for the completion of World Cup stadia, time is running out for Brazil to complete what is proving to be a major national operation. Despite the concerns that exist, concerning preparation and execution of the pre-tournament plans, Brazilians are confident that their construction program will meet the pre-2014 target. Great things are... 

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