Premier League Standouts Willian & Fernandinho Enhance Scolari’s Brazil Options

Brazil manager Luiz Felipe Scolari has called Premier League standouts Willian and Fernandinho into his squad for next month’s friendly against South Africa in Johannesburg, according to Reuters. Initially capped by former Selecao boss Mano Menezes, Willian scored his first international goal in November as Brazil thumped Honduras 5-0 in Miami. That performance, combined with a series of impressive... 

England’s Pre-World Cup Schedule Addresses Climate, Group Opponents

On Thursday, The Football Association revealed a World Cup preparation programme designed to address two of England’s primary concerns ahead of their June 14 tournament opener against Italy: In scheduling friendly matches against Peru, Ecuador and Honduras immediately prior to the competition—as well as facing Denmark in early March—the body that governs English football and oversees... 

Michael Bradley’s Move from Roma to Toronto Raises USMNT Questions

There are two schools of thought when it comes to Michael Bradley’s imminent transfer to Toronto FC and the move’s effect on the United States men’s national team. At first glance, the 26-year-old’s decision to swap AS Roma for the Major League Soccer outfit appears a significant, backward step in his career trajectory—a transplant unlikely to do either himself or USA... 

Guangzhou Evergrande vs. Bayern Munich: Score, Grades and Post-Match Reaction

Bayern Munich will contest the final of the FIFA Club World Cup after dominating Guangzhou Evergrande in Tuesday’s semi-final: Franck Ribery, Mario Mandzukic and Mario Gotze each found the back of the net in a seven-minute spell interrupted by the interval, but even the 3-0 scoreline flattered a Guangzhou side totally overwhelmed by the European Cup winners in Morocco. Still, it took some time... 

1998 World Cup Final Conspiracy Theories

Congressman: “Was Ronaldo hitting out or shaking?” Edmundo: “Hitting out a lot.” Congressman: “Lying down?” Edmundo: “Lying down and hitting himself with his hands like this (demonstrates), with his teeth…” Congressman: (interrupts) “Together?” Edmundo: “Locked together and with his mouth foaming.” Congressman: “His... 

Stadium Violence Won’t Be Issue at World Cup – Street Protests Could Be

Brazil’s president has referred to the scenes as “shocking;” FIFA has promised “comprehensive security” in an effort to prevent similar incidents at its upcoming World Cup. After a Sunday match between Atletico Paranaense and Vasco da Gama was halted for more than an hour as fans from the two Brasileirao sides fought a pitched battle in the stands, both the national government... 

World Cup Draw Procedure Both Confuses and Offers Taste of Friday Event

There are two pots of eight, one of seven and one of nine. There is a “temporary Pot X.” There will be a “pre-draw” prior to the draw, and all of this after a press conference to explain, or attempt to explain, Friday’s World Cup group stage draw at Costa do Sauipe. Let’s break it down. During a Tuesday press conference at the Bahia resort, where the draw will be... 

2022 World Cup May Have Been Muddled, but the Idea Was Never Inherently Wrong

FIFA president Sepp Blatter struck a populist tone on Tuesday when he addressed an audience at the Asian Football Confederation awards in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Speaking as to the ongoing criticism of his organization’s decision to award the 2022 World Cup to Qatar, the 77-year-old told delegates it wasn’t “fair” for international media, and “especially European media,”... 

Uruguay vs. Jordan: Score, Grades and Post-Match Reaction

Uruguay claimed the 32nd and final spot in next month’s World Cup group stage draw after beating Jordan 5-0 on aggregate in their intercontinental playoff, although the guests walked off the Centenario pitch with their heads held high after holding the South American champions to a scoreless decision in Wednesday’s second leg. With the tie all but settled after last week’s encounter... 

Ronaldo vs. Ibrahimovic: What Portugal’s Win Means for the Pair of Them

Wednesday’s front pages revealed both the ecstasy and despair of Portugal’s 4-2 aggregate win over Sweden in World Cup qualifying. “Ronaldo the Largest!” shouted A Bola, no doubt revelling in a performance that saw the Portugal captain outplay Sweden skipper Zlatan Ibrahimovic. A few lines down: “Ronaldo the Best in the World.” Stockholm’s Dagens Nyheter,... 

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