Organizers may as well give the World Cup to Brazil right now, according to Croatia's Dejan Lovren, after the defender found himself at the center of a penalty controversy in his...

It wasn't meant to start this way for Brazil.   Defender Marcelo turned and stared off into the distance, his eyes wide open in disbelief after his own goal early in the opening game of...

Neymar showed why he is carrying Brazil's hopes at the World Cup, scoring twice on Thursday to help the underwhelming hosts escape a disappointing start to the tournament.   With Brazil...

Players coming off the bench could have an unusually big impact on games at the World Cup because of the difficult weather conditions inBrazil, according to Germany coach Joachim...

To understand just how precious a team's top forward is, simply look at the coaches' frowns when one is hobbling or grimacing during World Cup preparations.   Or the relief when an...

Italy plan to train as planned at the Arena da Amazonia in Manaus despite concerns about the pitch at the jungle World Cup venue.   The Azzurri travel to Manaus on Friday, a day before...

Spanish midfielder Cesc Fabregas has joined Chelsea on a five-year contract from Barcelona.   The 27-year-old Fabregas previously played for Chelsea's London rival...

The burden of delivering at the World Cup has consumed Wayne Rooney in the past, seeming to hinder his ability to deliver on football's biggest stage.   In eight games across two World...

On opening day in World Cup history: Brazil would be well-served if it looks back at historic shocks.   As it gears up to open the World Cup against Croatia in Sao Paulo, Brazil could do...

Brazil's day has finally arrived.   The sun rises Thursday on a tropical nation hosting its first World Cup in 64 years. Nearly half the world's population, well over 3 billion...