More From Cedar Attanasio
World Cup Protesters, Beaten Into Submission, Fizzle Out Like Brazil’s National Team
World Cup protesters aimed to sabotage the biggest sporting event on the globe. Repression and negotiation changed that plan.
Jul 14, 2014
World Cup Final: Brazilians Supporting Argentina, Mostly, Despite Their Long-Standing Rivalry
It's all about whether citizens of the world's greatest soccer nation see Argentina primarily as a neighbor or a rival.
Jul 12, 2014
After Brazil's World Cup Loss, Fans Lick Their Wounds, Try To Find Someone To Blame
The mood of Brazil was more glum than angry following Tuesday's World Cup loss to Germany.
Jul 09, 2014
World Cup Brazil Massacre: Fans In São Paulo React To German Trouncing Of Brazil
In the crowded bars around the FanFest, Brazilians sat -- some with faces blank with disbelief, others with their heads in their hands.
Jul 08, 2014
Unintended World Cup Legacy: Prompting Illegal Street Vendors To Seek Legal Legitimacy
Brazil's "team" of street vendors sees the World Cup as a chance to beat legal obstacles to long-term legitimacy.
Jun 24, 2014
World Cup Protests In São Paulo Erupt Again
Groups with varying agendas protested on the streets of São Paulo, and some of the demonstrations turned violent.
Jun 20, 2014
U.S. World Cup Soccer Fans, Largest Group Of Foreign Ticket Holders, Get What They Came For In First Match
U.S. soccer fans enjoyed victory and celebrity at a public viewing of the U.S.-Ghana World Cup match in Sao Paulo on Monday.
Jun 17, 2014
Brazilian World Cup Protesters Decry Perceived Corruption Of Their Beloved Game
From culinary snobbery to corrupt construction contracts, Brazilians have plenty to be bothered about concerning the World Cup.
May 19, 2014
