Wc News 2014

World Cup 2014, Matchday 4: Goal fest as Argentina, France, Swiss win

Tracking all the news, social and off beat action on and off the field during the FIFA World Cup 2014.

England face Italy and the heat in Manaus in World Cup opener

The teams last met in the quarterfinals of the 2012 European Championship in Kiev, when Italy prevailed on penalties after a 0-0 draw that they largely dominated.

WC 2014 preview: Under-pressure Brazil take on Croatia in opener

“The three points count but so does the idea of sending out a message to our rivals. The most important game at the World Cup, for everyone, is the opening game.”

As World Cup fever sweeps Goa, fans turn away from Portugal

That India has never played in a World Cup, and won’t play in one for the forseeable future in the opinion of no less than India’s football captain Sunil Chhetri, means fans must choose another country to support.

Ronaldo return from injury inspires Portugal to big win over Ireland

Ronaldo was not among the scorers and was substituted after 64 minutes but showed glimpses of his best and came through the friendly unscathed after missing his country's last two warm-up matches because of problems with his left knee and right thigh.