Carlos Tevez Omission Was Biggest World Cup Error for Sabella’s Argentina

Sunday night’s World Cup final was meant to be Lionel Messi’s career-defining glory. Instead it turned into disaster. For months, fans had anticipated that the Argentina man would cement his place amongst the immortals by leading his country to success in the home of their fiercest rivals. However, Messi and his team collapsed inside the Estadio Maracana, falling to a Mario Goetze strike... 

Brazil Will Miss Thiago Silva More Than Neymar

On a day when the sports headlines should have been celebrating Brazil’s quarter-final win over Colombia, the entire world is talking about the injury of star man Neymar. Brazil’s 2-1 victory was overshadowed by the loss of their talisman, who was stretchered out towards the closing stages of Friday’s win. As per Charles Reynolds of the Independent, doctors confirmed that a broken... 

Gael Monfils Stuns French Open Crowd with Incredible Dance Moves

Adverse weather conditions may have disrupted play on Day 2 of this year’s French Open, but that didn’t prevent Gael Monfils from wowing the Roland Garros crowd. As per Stuart Fraser of the Daily Mail, Frenchman Monfils “is renowned as one of the biggest entertainers on the tour,” and he certainly proved that during Monday’s rain delay. Monfils was due to begin his... 

Van Der Sar: Netherlands Not Good Enough to Win World Cup

Dutch goalkeeping legend Edwin van der Sar has revealed his view that the Netherlands should not ascertain any thoughts of winning this summer’s FIFA World Cup in Brazil. The 43-year-old, who currently works as a marketing director at Ajax, believes that a lack of quality within the squad means the focus should be on building towards a successful future. Oranje reached the final in South Africa... 

Relive Bergkamp’s Wondergoal for Netherlands vs. Argentina, in Lego

As the FIFA World Cup draws ever closer, global excitement for the June 12 kick-off is growing by the minute. And thanks to the Guardian’s “Brick-by-brick” series, you can now relive some of the classic goals of World Cup history in Lego form, including Dennis Bergkamp’s sublime piece of skill against Argentina. You can see the animation here. Bergkamp’s extra-time... 

Maracana Pele Statue Will Not Be Ready for World Cup

Plans to erect a statue of Brazil legend Pele at the Maracana Stadium ahead of next month’s FIFA World Cup have been abandoned, confirmed the artist who was commissioned to create the masterpiece. Renowned Brazilian artist Ique had crafted the life-size statue specifically for the tournament, and the bronze masterpiece was due to appear in the Rio stadium for the final. However, continued delays... 

Arjen Robben Rests As Netherlands Land In Portugal

Louis van Gaal’s Netherlands have arrived in their pre-tournament training base ahead of next month’s FIFA World Cup. However, key man Arjen Robben has yet to join up with the team. Oranje began their World Cup preparations with a 1-1 draw against Ecuador at the weekend in Amsterdam and are now counting down the days until their June 13 kick-off against current holders Spain. Robben,... 

Sneijder Has to Start for Van Gaal’s Netherlands at World Cup

While a lot of the focus on the Netherlands FIFA World Cup preparations have been overshadowed by the confirmation that Louis van Gaal will be managing Manchester United next year, the Dutch coach faces a few genuine dilemmas ahead of the trip to Brazil. One of those major issues is whether to stick with key playmaker Wesley Sneijder. The Galatasaray man has been a maestro at the heart of Holland’s... 

Defoe Can Have No Complaints About World Cup Omission

Toronto FC striker Jermain Defoe has voiced his belief that he should have been named in Roy Hodgson’s 23-man squad for next month’s FIFA World Cup. However, the reasons for his omission easily outweighs the argument for him to be included. The 31-year-old forward could yet find himself playing in Brazil as he is on the standby list in England’s 30-man squad. Nevertheless, Defoe firmly... 

Hodgson Urges Gerrard to Stay On as England Captain After World Cup

England manager Roy Hodgson has revealed his desire for skipper Steven Gerrard to continue leading the side beyond next month’s FIFA World Cup, but admits that the 33-year-old may retire from the international scene after the tournament. Hodgson recently announced his 23-man squad for Brazil and preparations for the June 14 kick-off against Italy are now in full swing. However, Hodgson... 

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