Germany v Argentina – Match Preview: Clash of the titans
We look ahead to the 2014 World Cup final between Germany and Argentina, featuring Barcelona, Real Madrid and Manchester City stars. Odds: Germany 13/10, Draw…
FIFA World Cup 2026 Archives: 07/2014
Lineker: David Luiz is not a defender and never will be
The former Tottenham Hotspur striker’s harsh words suggest that Chelsea were fully vindicated in their decision to sell the Brazil defender. David Luiz netted the…
Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard backed to continue for England
David Beckham believes that the Reds midfielder should continue as England captain. The former Manchester United man has urged Steven Gerrard to remain as skipper…
Jens Lehmann ‘sure’ Germany will win World Cup
Former Arsenal and Germany goalkeeper Jens Lehmann is convinced that his country will win Sunday’s World Cup final against Argentina. Following their dramatic 7-1 thumping…
‘He could not deliver; I believe it’s mental’ – Wenger on Chelsea star
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has been speaking about Chelsea star Eden Hazard’s World Cup performances. Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has been speaking about Eden Hazard’s…
Netherlands player ratings v Brazil: Villa defender shines again
Ron Vlaar had another fantastic performance at the heart of Netherlands’ defence as they saw off a poor Brazil in a 3-0 win. Jasper Cillessen…
Brazil player ratings v Netherlands: Hosts in dismal exit
Brazil exit the World Cup with a dismal 3-0 defeat against a strong Netherlands. Julio Cesar 6 – Wasn’t threatened all that often, but made…
Brazil 0-3 Netherlands: Hosts end campaign with another defeat
Brazil were subject to another convincing defeat, this time at the hands of Netherlands who won 3-0 to claim third place in the World Cup.…
Why Brazil v Netherlands is the most important third-place play-off in World Cup history
Rarely has there been so much pressure on any team competing in the consolation match of the tournament. Many people question the credibility of the…
Brazil v Netherlands: Key Battles – Chelsea star important
Oscar will need to prove his doubters wrong in the World Cup third-place play-off between Brazil and the Netherlands. Oscar vs Nigel de Jong Oscar…
