Brazil’s Flamengo is in talks to participate in a Las Vegas MLS team located at the Cashman Field site, according to a report in a Rio de Janeiro newspaper but not verified by local officials. (more…)
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World Cup finale slated for perfect location: Maracana
Sunday’s World Cup final between Germany and Argentina will be played in Rio de Janeiro’s historic, iconic Maracana Stadium. Brazilians call it templo sagrado no país do futebol, or the “sacred temple in the land of football.” (more…)
In the limelight once more: Maracana
One lovely benefit of Brazil hosting the 2014 World Cup: the billion-plus dollars spent on stadium upgrades included a renovation of Maracana, one of the most historic venues in soccer. (more…)
Brazil racing to finish World Cup venues
With World Cup competition slated to begin June 12, construction crews are rushing to finish Sao Paulo’s Corinthians Arena, where the first match is scheduled for Thursday. (more…)
Brazil tests World Cup stadiums before tourney
Brazil’s World Cup stadiums, the subject of much debate in recent months, have all been tested in anticipation of the June 12 launch of the international tournament. (more…)