Thursday, 12 June 2014

About Today: Everything You Need to Know About the World Cup

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It's probably the most popular sporting event in the world. It's played every four years. It starts today, and this time it's in Brazil. Oh, and just about everybody outside the U.S. calls it football. Our expert can tell you everything else.

Meet the U.S. World Cup Team
Yes, we have one. But with matches against Ghana, Portugal and Germany on the first round (group stage) schedule, the U.S. team would be doing well if they won a game. Or is that just what we want the rest of the world to think?
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Who Are the Favorites to Win it All?
Well, Spain won the last World Cup in South Africa in 2010. It was their first title ever. Home team Brazil has won it five times. Several teams can claim to have a legitimate shot this year, but can Spain defend its title?
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10 Players to Watch at the World Cup
Stars in the making? Get to know these players. They could be among the World Cup's top performers in spite of not being the biggest names.
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How to Succeed as a Youth Soccer Coach
In the spirit of Father's Day and the World Cup, why not watch a match with your Dad if you're lucky enough to have him around? And Dads: if the World Cup inspires you to try coaching, here's how you can be a good one.
Search Related Topics:  youth sports  family activities  coaching


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