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Game on: France looks to prove they are Group E favorites against Honduras

We get our first look at France, who are Group E favorites, as well as Honduras, who look to follow Costa Rica’s CONCACAF lead and provide another upset.

Switzerland v Ecuador: Group E - 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil

Late Seferovic winner gives Switzerland all three points with 2-1 victory over Ecuador

Switzerland manager Ottmar Hitzfeld made two substitutions, and both men scored to validate the changes and give the Swiss a victory in the 93rd minute.

Hulk limps out of Brazil training, status in doubt

Luis Felipe Scolari may have to make a change after his starting striker picked up a knock.

At halftime: Switzerland looks dangerous but it’s Ecuador on top through Enner Valencia

Enner Valencia handed Ecuador a surprising lead despite just 30% possession.

Game on: Lineups & talking points as Switzerland and Ecuador look for pole position in Group E

Josip Drmic is looking to establish himself as Switzerland’s leader in the attack as the Europeans hope to impress on the biggest stage.

France complains to FIFA about drone flying above training

France has a knack for interesting training sessions, and they had to deal with an unwelcome visitor around a week ago.

Rain continues to fall heavily in Natal, causing mudslides and forcing evacuations

In the venue the United States will play Ghana tomorrow, rain has come down for 36 straight hours and shows no signs of stopping.

World Cup Today: Sunday builds to mouth-watering finale

Three games are on the docket today, but all eyes will be on Lionel Messi, who begins his World Cup against a tough Bosnia-Herzegovina side in the late game.

Uruguay, without Suarez and proper defending, stunned 3-1 by Costa Rica

Semifinalists from four years ago, a porous Uruguay were bested by a CONCACAF opponents in the Group of Champions.

At halftime: Cavani nets penalty for 1-0 Uruguay lead over Costa Rica - FOLLOW LIVE

In a match of few risks by either side, physical play by Costa Rica has let them down.

Game on: Luis Suarez on the bench as Uruguay takes on Costa Rica

Edinson Cavani will be the talisman for Uruguay as Luis Suarez begins on the bench as a complete unknown.

Courtois insists on playing as Number 1 keeper somewhere next season

The Belgian youngster has reiterated his intentions to start next year, and certainly will not sit behind Petr Cech.

Fan fest in Natal cancelled as heavy rains wreak havoc

Pictures of mudslides and parking lot lakes came through as rain soaked the Brazilian city of Natal.

Headlines: Dutch paper in dreamland, Marca mired in darkness

De Telegraaf paraded the Netherland’s “dream start” with their historic 5-1 win over Spain, while the Spanish paper was...dark.

Barclays Premier League World Cup update: Day 2

Robin van Persie shined for his new Manchester United manager, as a number of Premier League players appeared on the second day of the 2014 World Cup.

Uruguay to be “very careful” with Luis Suarez use

The Uruguayan striker is back in training, but it may not be enough to play tomorrow against Costa Rica.

Chile starts strong, earns nervy 3 points with 3-1 win over Australia

Two goals inside 15 minutes told the tale for Chile, and while they ended shaky, it was ultimately their three points from the start.

At halftime: Quickfire double has Chile up despite Cahill goal - FOLLOW LIVE

Chile scored twice in the first 15 minutes, but Tim Cahill pegged one back for the Socceroos.

Twitter reacts to Dutch demolition of Spain

A fellow goalkeeper, albeit in another sport, took a pretty good shot at Iker Casillas, who struggled against the Dutch.

Game on: Lineups & more as Australia, Chile look to match early Group B game

Australia and Chile will look to come close to the Dutch blitz on the defending champions.

Netherlands embarasses Spain 5-1 with thunderous second half

A match for the history books saw the Netherlands annihilate the defending champions.

Defending champions Spain allow shocking five goals to Netherlands

With five goals for the Dutch, Spain has allowed an unprecedented amount of goals for a defending champion.

At halftime: Van Persie levels Netherlands with Spain just before the break - FOLLOW LIVE

Xabi Alonso’s penalty was cancelled out by a stunning header from Robin van Persie just before halftime.

Golden Ball and Golden Boot predictions

Of all the superstars in Brazil, who are the most likely to make an impact on the individual level?

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