Despite the concerns over protests, this has been a wonderful World Cup so far because of the Brazilians and their love of football. It seems each day, training sessions are interrupted by pitch invaders wanting to get close to their heroes, whether it’s Lionel Messi or the Seleção and the players seem happy to oblige.
Having scored his first international goal in the end-of-season tour, James McClean joked that Costa Rica and Italy’s displays in Brazil put Ireland’s performances against the same teams in more positive perspective. But the rout at the hands of Portugal, themselves humiliated by Ireland’s Euro opponents Germany, will give Martin O’Neill cause for concern. Kyle Cotter looks at ten talking points.
An American news reporter broadcasts live from a supporters’ beer garden when John Anthony Brooks scores his dramatic late winner. His celebration is amazing.