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FIFA World Cup: Neymar, the redeemer
Neymar saves Brazil the blushes with a brace in WC opener after the team fall behind courtesy an own goal.
FIFA World Cup: Highflyers bring Spain to ground
Dutch took sweet revenge with a vibrant display capped off by two goals each for Van Persie and Robben.
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A collection of some of the most interesting data culled from the opening match of the FIFA World Cup 2014.
FIFA World Cup: Mexico prevail in Natal rain
Peralta's 61st minute strike gave them a 1-0 win over Cameroon in their opener at a rain-soaked Dunas arena.
Amit Shah elected as president of GCA
Shah succeeds Narendra Modi who relinquished the post of GCA president on becoming the Prime Minister of India.
FIFA World Cup: Uruguay uncertain about playing Luis Suarez against Costa Rica
With matches against England and Italy lined up, Uruguay may be tempted to give Suarez extra days to recover.
FIFA World Cup: Marcelo scores Brazil’s first ever own goal in tournament history
He scored an own goal in the 11th minute after the ball deflected off his toe and rolled into the net.
FIFA World Cup: Neymar is a special player, says Luiz Felipe Scolari
The Brazil coach heaped praise on Neymar after he scored twice in 3-1 win over Croatia in opener.
FIFA World Cup: Social media erupts in Japan after referee’s ‘controversial’ performance
Yuichi Nishimura drew flak from Japan's fans over his decision to give a soft penalty to Brazil in opener.
FIFA World Cup: Croatia’s Dejan Lovren hits out at penalty ‘scandal’
The Crotian defender branded the penalty awarded against him in Brazil's 3-1 win a 'scandal'.
Express LOL: The funniest jokes about the World Cup Opening Ceremony
Since we did see the humour in it, we assumed other people would too.
FIFA World Cup: France team doctor blames Bayern Munich for Franck Ribery absence
Le Gall said Ribery played as a substitute in the German Cup final on May 17 with-pain killing injections.
FIFA World Cup: Cristiano Ronaldo says knee ‘fine’
Around 10,000 fans watched the open training session in Campinas in a carnival atmosphere.
FIFA World Cup: This time for Africa?
Several players from the continent play in European leagues but this has fostered a cult of individualism.
FIFA World Cup: Meanwhile, protestors attempt to storm Arena Corinthians
The protest created a long traffic jam, causing worried travelers to exit their vehicles.
FIFA World Cup: They were all yellow
Dressed in Brazil’s colours, the city’s fans thronged the stadium well ahead of the scheduled hour.
FIFA World Cup: Cameroon clash key for mercurial Mexico
Mercurial Mexico host a troubled Cameroon in the sides’ World Cup Group A opener in Natal on Friday.
FIFA World Cup: Four years later, Round 2
Defending champs Spain kick off campaign against Netherlands, last editions’ beaten finalists.
FIFA World Cup: Neymar saves the day
Brazil's poster boy Neymar scored twice and the outstanding Oscar added a late third in the 3-1 win.
FIFA World Cup: JLo, Pitbull sparkle at opening ceremony
Energetic performances from the duo added spark to the ceremony which commenced on a colourful note.
Police, protesters clash ahead of FIFA World Cup opener
Police unleashing tear gas and stun grenades as protesters moved to block a main road leading to the stadium.
Cesc Fabregas joins Chelsea on five year deal
Fabregas had a 8 year stint with Arsenal from 2003-2011 before leaving for Barca.
Michel Platini not to support Sepp Blatter for another term as FIFA head
UEFA boss Platini may himself contest for the top FIFA post and said that he will announce his decision in August.
FIFA World Cup: The science behind football
This World Cup will feature the most advanced jerseys, footballs, boots and also goal line technology.
Kolkata couple gears up to watch ninth World Cup in a row
Pannalal (81) and Chaitali (71)'s passion for football has taken them to eight World Cups previously.
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