As it was for South Africa prior to the World Cup in 2010, the CONFED Cup begins today in Brazil. All eyes are now on Rio, the nation that is Brazil face up to the world but most importantly their people. As far back as I can remember Brazil have always been known for one thing, 'Beautiful Football'. They produce player after player, they all have a special kind of flair. Brazil are the most dominant team in international football history, 5 World Cups to their name. Unfortunately for the selecao fans, they have not won a world cup since 2002. Many managers have come and gone since then, but ironically they have employed a familiar face in 'Big Phil Scolari'.
The expectations when playing for Brazil are unlike any other team in international football...perhaps world football. The fans always expect the best, not only to win but to win the right way.
The younger generation of Brazil superstars now have to take over, the likes of Oscar, David Luiz and Neymar have to prove to the fans that they are world beaters. In Brazil no excuses can be made when competing on foreign ground, now on home soil you can imagine the expectation. The kings of the beautiful game have some-what been dethroned in recent time by the Spanish, this year's competition gives Brazil the opportunity to prove that they are ready to take back their crown.
Big upsets are always possible, the USA were seen as underdogs yet found themselves in the final. The opening fixture between Brazil and Japan will not be an easy win, Japan will want to make a good impression. We all know that CONFED form doesn't always mean you'll be a favorite for The World Cup , but momentum and familiarity is key. All teams enter this competition knowing that they can win it, but Brazil are expected to win it in their own way. Perhaps in modern day football we cannot expect Brazil to be like they were, all teams have improved the gaps between sides is closing each year. Spain will experience this too, its vital to keep building for the future and ensure no slip ups take place.
- Brazil
- Mexico
- Italy
- Japan
- Nigeria
- Spain
- Uruguay
- Tahiti
Hope you all enjoy the fantastic football on display, I'm not exactly sure what to expect results wise but the vibe will be insane. We are on the road to the world cup and it feels fantastic, the torch has been passed to our brothers and sisters in Brazil. Good luck! Ke nako!
Joga Bonito (Play Beautiful)
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