Fan Footage: James Rodriguez Golaço
It just might be the goal of the World Cup and this fan footage of James Rodriguez’s outrageous strike shows it in all its glory. The Colombian commentary is also pretty special.
Maracana History Repeating Itself
The Brazil Series, a collection of articles inspired by the world’s greatest footballing cradle, Póg Mo Goal looks at the storied past of the iconic ground that holds a special place in the heart of all Brazilians. It’s ironic that the reopening of Rio de Janeiro’s Maracana Stadium with Brazil vs England was overshadowed by accusations that the venue wasn’t ready. It’s merely a case of history repeating itself.
Godín Heaven if Uruguay Repeat Glory
Brazil last hosted the World Cup in 1950 when Uruguay shocked their neighbours by winning the final at the Maracana in a game that still haunts the natives. To coincide with PUMA’s launch of Uruguay’s World Cup kit, Diego Godín looks forward to returning to the scene of glory.
Brazil Exorcises ‘El Fantasma del 50′
Brazilians are still haunted by the 1950 World Cup final defeat to neighbours Uruguay – a game that became known as the Maracanazo – the Maracana blow. Last November Puma, kit suppliers to ‘Los Charrúas,’ sent the Ghost of 1950 to Rio de Janeiro to remind the natives. Now Brazil has responded.
‘El Fantasma del 50’ Haunts Rio
Brazil last hosted the World Cup in 1950 when Uruguay shocked their neighbours by winning the final at the Maracana in a game that still haunts the natives. Now Puma, kit suppliers to ‘Los Charrúas,’ have sent the Ghost of 1950 to Rio de Janeiro ahead of next summer’s competition.
Red Alert: Where Next for Suarez?
Despite the controversy that follows him, Luis Suarez remains a man in high demand. With rumours of a potential departure from Anfield, his performances last season and in the Confederations Cup have some of Europe’s top clubs on high alert. Who are his suitors and who might Liverpool replace him with should the Reds lose the feisty Uruguayan?
Maracana History Repeating Itself
It’s ironic that the reopening of Rio de Janeiro’s Maracana Stadium with Brazil vs England should be overshadowed by accusations that the venue isn’t ready. It’s merely a case of history repeating itself. In the second instalment of The Brazil Series, a collection of articles inspired by the world’s greatest footballing cradle, Póg Mo Goal looks at the storied past of the iconic ground that holds a special place in the heart of all Brazilians.
Preview: McCarthy & Co. Take Ur Chance
Ireland V Uruguay –
AFTER the huffing and puffing and eventually getting over the line against Macedonia on Saturday, patrons of the Aviva tonight may see a team of pace and energy, capable of playing attractive football to entertain the masses…and Uruguay will be there too.