In one of the most entertaining games of the 2014 FIFA World Cup thus far, Australia shocked everyone by coming so close to victory against a spirited Netherlands side. After a sensational Tim Cahill goal (one of the best of the World Cup thus far), the Socceroos took a deserved 2-1 lead before Holland bounced […]

Portuguese striker and Ballon d’Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo may miss the remainder of the World Cup if he follows his doctor’s orders to rest his knee. Ronaldo’s physician is reportedly advising his patient to sit out of the remaining games, or else risking a career ending injury. Surgeon Jose Carlos Noronha told Ronaldo that by playing he […]

Australia and New York Red Bulls striker Tim Cahill scored one of the goals of the 2014 FIFA World Cup so far with a perfectly taken volley that he hit with his first touch. The ball rocketed towards the net, hit the crossbar and bounced into the back of the goal for Australia to tie […]

For viewers in the United States, here’s where you can watch the game between Australia vs Netherlands (Noon ET/9am PT kickoff time). • English language: ESPN and WatchESPN • Spanish language: Univision, Univision Deportes Network and Univision online • Portuguese language: ESPN Deportes Starting line-ups: Holland: Cillessen; Janmaat, Vlaar, De Vrij, Martins-Indi, Blind; De Jong, De Guzman, Sneijder; Robben, Van Persie. Australia: Ryan, […]

The clash between Spain and Chile at the iconic Maracana stadium is an example of two teams at opposite ends of the spectrum. The former are smarting from a 5-1 demolishing at the hands of Netherlands, while the latter will be brimming with confidence after their dominating victory against Australia in the opening fixture. If […]

Following Ghana's underwhelming performance in Monday's 2-1 loss to the United States, reports from popular Ghanaian radio station Joy FM are that the Black Stars have revolted against manager Kwesi Appiah. Fans, reporters and allegedly players are upset with Appiah's starting 11 in their World Cup opener that left midfielder Michael Essien and playmaker Kevin-Prince […]

Today, the Premier League released its schedule of games for all 20 teams in the upcoming season. The season kicks off on August 16 and ends May 24 in what should be another unforgettable campaign. Because the Premier League demands that websites pay a license fee of several thousand dollars to even list fixtures or […]

The Netherlands and Australia will play their second game in the World Cup today. Both teams had very contrasting opening results thus far. While Australia were dispatched 3-1 by Chile, the Netherlands gave the performance of the tournament so far (and possibly their lives) demolishing reigning champions Spain by 5-1. Nevertheless, both sides played very […]

In the UK, the World Cup matches are shared between two television stations: BBC and ITV. So as you might expect, comparisons between the duo are rife, as each channel strives to provide the best World Cup package for terrestrial viewers. Both broadcasters have extremely impressive studios on the Copacabana beach. Both have a stellar list of pundits who […]

The end of a dynasty is never quick and painless. It’s a long and sad process. Heroes are riddled with blame and great men are discarded. Everyone watches as the walls come tumbling down. That was Spain against the Netherlands on the second day of the 2014 World Cup in Salvador. It was a gory, […]

There have been several times in my life when I’ve run across something that I didn’t even know I wanted. For example, there are artists that add monsters to thrift store paintings, turning boring into amazing. I want one of those hanging in my living room. Google searching “birds with arms” was also something I […]

After losing their World Cup opener 2-1 to Italy in stifling Manaus, England find themselves in an uncomfortable position. No, it’s not about making up the lost points. It’s this: England lives in hope. How else can you explain The S*n newspaper calling the team “Brave Lions” after a somewhat unexpected loss? How else do […]

Last month, Crystal Palace FC unveiled their new home and away kits, to be worn in the 2014/15 season. At first glance, both kits seem quite attractive, and generate a number of talking points. First, it’s noticeable that there is no primary sponsor in the middle of the shirts. Premier League fans may recall that […]

“This has been a life-changing experience for me. But I don’t know if soccer has a place within me after this tournament. I just want to focus on dance school.” That quote came from Jaiyah Saelua, a defender from American Samoa after the island lost its World Cup qualification tournament against rival Samoa. That quote […]

For the players participating in the FIFA World Cup, living up to the expectations of an entire nation is a daunting task in itself to begin with, and it does not get any easier for them as the conditions they are playing in are all the more testing. Brazil is the temple of football, where […]