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The Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 - Preview by Nobody: 8:23pm On Jun 14, 2013 |
cup hosts.....Brazil THE 2013 Confederations Cup kicks off on samba Saturday in Brazil. A curtain-raiser to the following summer’s World Cup, the tournament has become an opportunity for the organisers to tune up stadiums and for the players to get used to the conditions. Brazil won the last Confederations Cup in South Africa in 2009 but Luiz Felipe Scolari’s team are struggling with yo-yoing form ahead of their own World Cup. Before it all kicks off in Brasilia on Saturday night, SunSport have put together a tidy guide for you to keep up with the action. Who's Playing? Brazil — They qualified as hosts and they were the Confederations Cup winners in 2009 and 2005. Scolari’s squad have struggled for form over the last few years, but they recently swept France aside 3-0 in Porto Alegre, days after England secured a 2-2 draw. Mexico — The Central American nation qualified by winning the Concacaf Gold Cup in 2011. Italy — Qualified by being Euro 2012 finalists — as Spain won last year's tournament and were already world champions — Italy are invited. Japan — Alberto Zaccheroni’s side are not the most high-profile squad in the tournament. But the 2011 AFC Asian Cup winners have a 23 wins, nine draws and five defeats during the Italian’s three year tenure. Spain — Are undoubtedly the team to beat in Brazil. World champions and reigning European champions twice over. Barcelona’s form this season suggests that the core of the team are past their best, but they will still keep the ball so much better than anyone else. Uruguay — The 2011 Copa America winners were one of the form sides at the World Cup and they will keep their electric front three of Luis Suarez, Diego Forlan and Edinson Cavani together. Tahiti — So little is known of the 2012 OFC Nations Cup winners, but they had two friendlies against New Zealand in October, losing 2-0 and 3-0. Tahiti’s squad is composed mainly of amateurs and the tiny nation — population 178,000 — is keen on hosting the Beach Soccer World Cup. Nigeria[/b] — West African powerhouse Nigeria surprised even themselves by winning this year’s African Cup of Nations in South Africa, maybe they will surprise a few favourites at the Confederations Cup. [b]WHO SHOULD WE LOOK OUT FOR? EDINSON CAVANI - URUGUAY SUPER STRIKER....Cavani WHAT do you get when you combine the eye for goal of Alan Shearer with the swagger of Hernan Crespo? A goal-hunting machine, is what. No wonder Manchester City, Chelsea and Real Madrid are so keen to sign the 26-year-old. Shingi Kagawa - Japan SHI's THE ONE.....shinji kagawa THE Japanese apologised to Manchester United fans for below-par performances this season, but other than an anonymous showing in the Bernebau, he played no small part in United’s sweeping of the Premier League last season, scoring six goals. The 24-year-old is unquestionably Japan’s biggest star. Neymar - Brazil THUMBS UP.....Neymar NEW Barcelona signing Neymar originally promised to stay at Santos until after the World Cup, but Barcelona just could not resist letting his stock go through the ceiling. He still has a lot to prove at international level but this could be the perfect stage for the quick, skilful 21-year-old. Juan Mata - Spain POCKET GEM....Juan Mata IT is so hard to pick from a Spain that do not rely on individuals, but two-time Chelsea player of the season has been so consistently excellent in the Premier League, there is no doubt he can step it up on the world stage. Mario Balotelli - Italy WHY ALWAYS HIM.....Mario Balotelli 1 Like |
Re: The Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 - Preview by Nobody: 8:39pm On Jun 14, 2013 |
VENUES WE have already heard rumblings about Brazil's approach to the World Cup stadia being slow. Remember, Brazil did not face any competition in being awarded the 2014 World Cup, so complacency has crept in, whilst the 2016 Olympic organisers are being praised for their haste. The stadiums are typically South American in style and whilst they are not quite as stylish as South Africa or Germany, there is no question they will be filled by thousands of fans watching the local club teams long after the tournament finishes. Brasilia — Estadio Nacional Capacity: 71,000 NATIONAL STADIUM ... Brasilia Belo Horizonte — Estadio Mineirao Capacity: 62,500 ESTADIO MINERAO ... Belo Horizonte Fortaleza — Estadio Castelao Capacity: 64,800 CASTELO ARENA ... Fortaleza Recife — Estadio Pernambuco Capacity: 46,000 ARENA PERNAMBUCO ... Recife Salvador — Arena Fonte Nova Capacity: 55,000 ARENA FONTE NOVA ... Salvador Rio de Janeiro — Maracana Capacity: 77,000 MARACANA ... Rio de Janeiro 1 Like |
Re: The Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 - Preview by Nobody: 8:45pm On Jun 14, 2013 |
FIXTURES Group A Brazil v Japan — Sat June 15, 8pm Mexico v Italy — Sun June 16, 8pm Brazil v Mexico — Weds June 19, 8pm Italy v Japan — Weds June 19, 11pm Italy v Brazil — Sat June 22, 8pm Japan v Mexico — Sat June 22, 8pm Group B Spain v Uruguay — Sun June 16, 11pm Tahiti v Nigeria — Mon June 17, 8pm Spain v Tahiti — Thurs June 20, 8pm Nigeria v Uruguay — Thurs June 20, 11pm Nigeria v Spain — Sun June 23, 8pm Uruguay v Tahiti — Sun June 23, 8pm Semi-finals Group A winner v Group B runner-up — Weds June 26, 8pm Group B winner v Group A runner-up — Thurs June 27, 8pm Third-place playoff Sun June 30, 5pm Final Sun June 30, 11pm WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BRAZIL? THE tournament will bring the most colourful fans in the world closer to that World Cup they have been craving. If the atmosphere is right, this could show the world that Brazil is ready to host a massive festival of football, as much in the streets and on the beaches as in the grounds. For us fans it is just an chance to oogle at the skills, the tactics, Spain's tiki-taka. Maybe a new talent will emerge ahead of next summer. Just try and keep your eyes off the local ladies and on the football. 4 Likes |
Re: The Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 - Preview by Nobody: 8:45pm On Jun 14, 2013 |
other rappers be like naija, they no dey reach finals 1 Like |
Re: The Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 - Preview by Nobody: 8:50pm On Jun 14, 2013 |
aleluia eagles are winning today 2 Likes
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Re: The Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 - Preview by fitzmayowa: 12:56am On Jun 15, 2013 |
lucenzo: aleluia eagles are winning today Mufu, you don go drink again abi 1 Like |
Re: The Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 - Preview by Decapo: 12:59am On Jun 15, 2013 |
In SE we trust 2 Likes |
Re: The Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 - Preview by hollandis(f): 1:02am On Jun 15, 2013 |
Please who is our striker? 1 Like |
Re: The Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 - Preview by Nobody: 1:07am On Jun 15, 2013 |
My money is on the Italians. This Brazilian team isn't all that and the Spanish team hasn't recovered from what the Germans did to them in the Champions league(most of the Spanish players play for Real and Barca). Balotelli just needs to stay calm. |
Re: The Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 - Preview by AbuMikey(m): 1:09am On Jun 15, 2013 |
lucenzo: aleluia eagles are winning todayPower of Weed 1 Like |
Re: The Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 - Preview by AbuMikey(m): 1:11am On Jun 15, 2013 |
Visca el Nigeria Hala Nigeria Go Nigeria Allez Nigeria YWNWA Nigeria Green all the Way...NIGERIA!!!!!! 6 Likes |
Re: The Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 - Preview by YoursGEJ(m): 1:12am On Jun 15, 2013 |
Abu Mikey: Power of Weed this one pass weed o. Na expired panadol mixed with alomo |
Re: The Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 - Preview by dayokanu(m): 1:16am On Jun 15, 2013 |
Na Nigeria go win this trophy 5 Likes |
Re: The Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 - Preview by Nobody: 1:19am On Jun 15, 2013 |
like if you think Nigeria will not score a goal 4 Likes |
Re: The Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 - Preview by Nobody: 1:20am On Jun 15, 2013 |
like if you think musa will win golden boot 13 Likes |
Re: The Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 - Preview by sakabien: 1:20am On Jun 15, 2013 |
Will local channels transmit dis tournament? |
Re: The Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 - Preview by unnamed: 1:22am On Jun 15, 2013 |
I can't support a Nigerian Team that plays for money. When others are playing for passion and glory, In Nigeria they are playing for the money. That's really sad. 3 Likes |
Re: The Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 - Preview by Nobody: 1:22am On Jun 15, 2013 |
like if you think Nigeria will carry the trophy 3 Likes |
Re: The Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 - Preview by Nobody: 1:23am On Jun 15, 2013 |
Abu Mikey: Power of Weed POWER OF BURUKUTU |
Re: The Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 - Preview by dayokanu(m): 1:26am On Jun 15, 2013 |
lucenzo: like if you think Nigeria will carry the trophy Like if you think Lucenzo has an ailment that only TB Joshua can cure 26 Likes |
Re: The Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 - Preview by Nobody: 1:26am On Jun 15, 2013 |
I am soooooo gonna follow this.. Please I home the time was stated in our own Local time sha? |
Re: The Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 - Preview by Nobody: 1:30am On Jun 15, 2013 |
dayokanu: LIKE if you think Dayo is funny 3 Likes
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Re: The Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 - Preview by babaowo: 1:56am On Jun 15, 2013 |
every land is green world wide! up super eagle! 1 Like |
Re: The Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 - Preview by imperiouxx(m): 2:12am On Jun 15, 2013 |
Let the games begin! Good timing for me, I won't miss the actions. |
Re: The Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 - Preview by Nobody: 2:54am On Jun 15, 2013 |
lucenzo: Guy, what is it with you and likes? Dem use am swear for you? |
Re: The Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 - Preview by EzePromoe: 3:00am On Jun 15, 2013 |
No Moses No Emenike No Onazi Are we ready for this? 1 Like |
Re: The Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 - Preview by Nobody: 3:09am On Jun 15, 2013 |
unnamed: I can't support a Nigerian Team that plays for money. When others are playing for passion and glory, In Nigeria they are playing for the money. That's really sad.fool, footballer is their profession and they must be paid. How do you think they live? See this one .I hope you are working for free. Ewu 9 Likes |
Re: The Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 - Preview by vykte(m): 3:20am On Jun 15, 2013 |
Every other team can win but not dis Spanish team...winning this tournament would increase their arrogance,it only make Cassilas,Xavi,Iniesta et al see them selves as a demigod. UP NIGERIA 2 Likes |
Re: The Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 - Preview by Odunharry(m): 3:30am On Jun 15, 2013 |
azzurri all d way 1 Like |
Re: The Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 - Preview by Nobody: 4:01am On Jun 15, 2013 |
So Nigeria is now regarded as West Africa Powerhouse not Giant of Africa anymore. Nawao, see how the mighty has fallen probably because of corruption and terrorism. No thanks to our leaders and ofcourse the Boko idi*ots 1 Like |
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