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World Cup 2014: Underdogs Costa Rica gear up for Group D opener against Uruguay
Only eight countries have ever won the World Cup, and in Brazil three of them face Group D underdog Costa Rica.
Lavezzi challenging Higuain in Argentina attack
Ezequiel Lavezzi and Gonzalo Higuain are competing for a place in Argentina's three-man attack in the team's World Cup opener against Bosnia-Herzegovina.
World Cup 2014: Argentina-Brazil rivalry spills over into training
Argentina were welcomed with jeers and whistles in their first open practice session on Wednesday.
Andrea Pirlo signs new two-year deal to stay at Juventus
Since leaving AC Milan in 2011, Pirlo has inspired Juventus to three successive Serie A titles and his performance has been rewarded with an extended contract.
FIFA World Cup: Must-watch games in group stage
World's biggest sporting spectacle is just a day away and fans all around the world are gearing up to see their favourite teams in action.
US team arrives in Brazil for World Cup 2014
Motorcycled police with the stars and stripes sticking out of their wheels preceded the bus, and a helicopter hovered.
Jennifer Lopez won't perform in World Cup opener in Brazil
Soccer's governing body said Lopez cannot perform at Thursday's event as earlier planned because of unspecified "production issues."
Fernando Torres sees Spain as favourites for World Cup
The Spain striker is confident that his country can continue their incredible winning run in major tournaments when the World Cup kicks off June 12.
England held to a goalless draw by Honduras in World Cup warmup
England and Honduras drew 0-0 in a fiery and physical final World Cup warmup match that saw Honduras defender Brayan Beckeles sent off at Sun Life Stadium.
Messi, Alvarez score as Argentina beat Slovenia in warmup
Argentina easily beat Slovenia 2-0 in their last World Cup warmup with goals from Ricardo Alvarez and Lionel Messi on Saturday.
Brazil edge past Serbia in final World Cup warm-up game
A second-half goal from centre-forward Fred secured a 1-0 win for Brazil over Serbia in Sao Paulo.
Injured Russia captain Roman Shirokov to miss football World Cup
Injured Russia captain Shirokov has been ruled out of the World Cup after his team beat Morocco 2-0 in their final pre-tournament friendly on Friday.
Croatian goalie Pletikosa eager to face Brazilian challenge
He along with Spain's Iker Casillas is the only goalkeeper at this World Cup to collect more than 100 caps for his national team.
FIFA confident ahead of World Cup despite problems
Football's governing body said it's in control of what needs to be done to get the tournament off to a good start in a week.
Ten players to watch out for at Football World Cup 2014
With just eight days to go for the Football World Cup 2014, IBNLive Sports takes a look at the ten players to watch out for at the mega event in Brazil.
Bosnia beat Mexico 1-0 in World Cup warm-up
Izet Hajrovic scored from close range in the 41st minute, and Bosnia and Herzegovina defeated Mexico 1-0 in a pre-World Cup friendly.