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…)
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New goal-line technology on tap for World Cup
FIFA is introducing new goal-line technology for the 2014 World Cup, set to launch next month, as high-tech cameras will determine whether or not a goal is valid. (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…)
Qatar reviewing 2022 World Cup stadiums
The Qatar organizers of the 2022 World Cup tournament are reviewing whether to build and renovate 12 stadiums or cut that number back to eight. The winning bid submitted by Qatar specifically called for nine new stadiums and three renovations, at a total price of $3 billion. But FIFA requires only eight stadiums, and that’s […]