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- Germany inflict second Maracanazo on Brazil - this time in semi-final
- Brazil have no answer to might of Toni Krooss control for Germany
- Germany destroy Brazils final dreams with seven-goal battering
- Brazil 1-7 Germany: World Cup 2014 semi-final as it happened
- World Cup 2014: Brazil mourns a humiliating defeat in pictures
- Miroslav Klose becomes all-time record scorer in World Cup finals
- Miroslav Klose scores 16th World Cup goal to take Ronaldos record
- Louis Van Gaal: Netherlands captain Robin van Persie might not play World Cup semi-final video
- World Cup 2014: Brazil v Germany in pictures
- Robin van Persie a doubt for Holland versus Argentina with stomach bug
- Gareth Barry signs three-year deal to join Everton
- West Ham sign Diego Poyet from Charlton on four-year deal
- Argentinas Martín Demichelis: Hollands Arjen Robben is not a fighter
- Napoli defend Juan Camilo Zúñiga over backlash for challenge on Neymar
- World Cup 2014: Investigation into ticket sales could embarrass Fifa
- Louis van Gaal to improve Manchester United by 25% says Paul Scholes
- Southampton sign Serbian playmaker Dusan Tadic from FC Twente
- Nike will not renew kit deal with Manchester United after next season
- Louis v Lionel: Van Gaal and Messi may be a meeting of mastery at World Cup
- Holland v Argentina semi-final could be settled by the tiniest of details
- World Cup Show 2014: day 27 previews video
- World Cup Show 2014: day 27 news video
- Championship big-money signings that have worked and those that havent
- World Cup 2014: day 27 as it happened
- Hollands Arjen Robben can earn praise his talent merits against Argentina
| Germany inflict second Maracanazo on Brazil - this time in semi-final Posted: 08 Jul 2014 03:16 PM PDT Humiliating defeat at the Estádio Mineirão was every bit as shattering for the hosts as that at the Maracanã in 1950 Continue reading...  |
| Brazil have no answer to might of Toni Krooss control for Germany Posted: 08 Jul 2014 03:15 PM PDT This World Cup semi-final was billed as a clash of Brazils physique and Germanys technique but in the end the victors had far far too much of both Continue reading...  |
| Germany destroy Brazils final dreams with seven-goal battering Posted: 08 Jul 2014 03:03 PM PDT It was the night Germany removed the crown from football royalty. They did so with their own version of the beautiful game and, by the time they had finished, Brazil had suffered an ignominy that was so extreme and implausible it made it feel as though a black marker pen had been taken to the pages of their football history. No team in that famous shirt has ever suffered in the way Luiz Felipe Scolaris had to during a brutal first half in which Germany scored five times in 19 minutes and played as though the team in front of them might as well have been invited from the beach. Brazil had not lost a competitive match at home since 1975 but they were not just removed from their own World Cup. They were embarrassed in a way that will make them look back on this tournament and want to cover their eyes. It was footballs equivalent of chewing on broken glass and they should probably just be grateful that Germany did not make it even more harrowing after Andre Schürrle had added another two goals in the second half. Continue reading... |
| Brazil 1-7 Germany: World Cup 2014 semi-final as it happened Posted: 08 Jul 2014 03:01 PM PDT Germany advanced to the final, slaughtering the hosts in the greatest humiliation in Brazilian football history Continue reading... |
| World Cup 2014: Brazil mourns a humiliating defeat in pictures Posted: 08 Jul 2014 02:48 PM PDT In one of the most shocking World Cup semi-finals ever, Brazil, the host nation, conceded five goals in the first half an hour as they were utterly humiliated on home soil by Germany. Fans across the country reacted in shock and horror, while the players themselves could scarcely believe the magnitude of the defeat. Pictures: The best images from the match including all the goals Continue reading...  |
| Miroslav Klose becomes all-time record scorer in World Cup finals Posted: 08 Jul 2014 02:34 PM PDT Striker breaks Ronaldos record with 16th World Cup goal Scores second in first-half defensive collapse by Brazil Continue reading...  |
| Miroslav Klose scores 16th World Cup goal to take Ronaldos record Posted: 08 Jul 2014 02:00 PM PDT |
| Louis Van Gaal: Netherlands captain Robin van Persie might not play World Cup semi-final video Posted: 08 Jul 2014 01:44 PM PDT Netherlands manager Louis Van Gaal says captain Robin van Persie may not play World Cup semi-final after coming down with stomach problems. Van Gaal says there is no favourite for Wednesday's semi-final against Argentina and the Netherlands may have to be a bit lucky. He says his team will try to stop Lionel Messi from cementing his name in World Cup history. Agency Continue reading...  |
| World Cup 2014: Brazil v Germany in pictures Posted: 08 Jul 2014 01:12 PM PDT The best images from Mineirao Stadium in Belo Horizonte as the hosts Brazil took on Germany in a truly unforgettable semi-final Miroslav Klose becomes World Cup's all-time record scorer Brazil's shocked and horrified fans mourn defeat Continue reading...  |
| Robin van Persie a doubt for Holland versus Argentina with stomach bug Posted: 08 Jul 2014 12:57 PM PDT Louis van Gaal hints Manchester United striker will play Dutch coach expected to revert to 5-3-2 formation Robin van Persie did not train with his team-mates before Wednesdays match with Argentina due to a stomach bug but Hollands coach, Louis van Gaal, hinted that his captain would play in the World Cup semi-final regardless. The Manchester United centre-forward, who battled back from knee and thigh injuries to be fit for the World Cup, has looked laboured in recent games. But Van Gaal said Van Persie would play as long as he could shake off a stomach bug, which also affected the defender Daryl Janmaat. Continue reading... |
| Gareth Barry signs three-year deal to join Everton Posted: 08 Jul 2014 12:48 PM PDT Former England midfielder left Man City at end of contract Barry spent last season on loan at Goodison Park Everton have announced the signing of former England midfielder Gareth Barry on a three-year deal. The 33-year-old spent last season on loan at Goodison Park and became an integral figure for manager Roberto Martínez, making 36 appearances. Continue reading... |
| West Ham sign Diego Poyet from Charlton on four-year deal Posted: 08 Jul 2014 11:32 AM PDT Teenager becomes clubs fourth signing of summer West Ham have signed the former Charlton midfielder Diego Poyet after the clubs agreed a compensation package for the teenager. The 19-year-old son of the Sunderland manager, Gus, was Charltons player of the year last season but left at the end of his contract and has now signed an initial four-year deal at Upton Park. Continue reading... |
| Argentinas Martín Demichelis: Hollands Arjen Robben is not a fighter Posted: 08 Jul 2014 11:13 AM PDT Manchester City defender vows to get under his skin Demichelis expected to retain place in starting line-up Martín Demichelis, expected to keep his place at the heart of the Argentinean defence against Holland, has said Arjen Robben is not a fighter and vowed to get under his skin. The Manchester City veteran, who played with Robben for a year at Bayern Munich under Louis van Gaal, said that the Dutch forward was a phenomenon but that he could be unsettled if Argentina were aggressive towards him. Continue reading... |
| Napoli defend Juan Camilo Zúñiga over backlash for challenge on Neymar Posted: 08 Jul 2014 10:57 AM PDT Foul was not malicious but unfortunate in its consequences For the Brazilian we send our best wishes for speedy recovery Napoli have defended their Colombia full-back Juan Camilo Zúñiga in response to criticism following the injury that ended Neymars World Cup participation. The Brazil striker was kneed in the back by Zúñiga during their quarter-final and suffered a fractured vertebra that has ruled him out of the tournament. Continue reading... |
| World Cup 2014: Investigation into ticket sales could embarrass Fifa Posted: 08 Jul 2014 10:48 AM PDT Footballs governing body faces unwelcome scrutiny after arrests arising from a Brazilian police operation targeting ticket touts The front-page splash in the Folha de São Paulo newspaper did not concern Neymar or his replacement, Willian, or even Brazils chances against Germany in their World Cup semi-final. Instead the headline concentrated on Operation Jules Rimet, an ongoing investigation by Rio police that has the power to strike at the heart of Fifas power structures. Just as the World Cup began under the shadow of an avalanche of claims of Fifa corruption, so it may end with the focus being not on the football but on the deals that take place in the shadows of the luxury hotels block booked by the world governing body for the cups duration. Continue reading... |
| Louis van Gaal to improve Manchester United by 25% says Paul Scholes Posted: 08 Jul 2014 10:05 AM PDT Im actually really excited about next season says Scholes Van Gaal seems to have a bit of genius about him Louis van Gaal will improve Manchester United by up to 25%, according to Paul Scholes. The former midfielder is certain the Dutchman has a touch of genius that can make the 20-times champions serious challengers again. Van Gaals Holland face Argentina in Wednesdays second World Cup semi-final. Scholes, who is waiting to hear if he will be offered a coaching role at United, believes Van Gaal has led Holland to the closing stages of the tournament despite the Dutch being an average team. Continue reading... |
| Southampton sign Serbian playmaker Dusan Tadic from FC Twente Posted: 08 Jul 2014 09:57 AM PDT 25-year-old leaves Dutch club for around £8m Southampton have completed the signing of the Serbian playmaker Dusan Tadic from the Dutch side FC Twente. The 25-year-old joins the Saints for an undisclosed fee, reported to be over £8m, and becomes the first player brought in by the manager, Ronald Koeman. Continue reading... |
| Nike will not renew kit deal with Manchester United after next season Posted: 08 Jul 2014 09:50 AM PDT American sportswear giants ends 13-year association Nike have revealed their kit sponsorship deal with Manchester United will end after 13 years at the close of next season, with the company claiming the terms demanded by the club did not represent good value for shareholders. While United currently receive at least £23.5m a-year from Nike, it is thought the 20-times champions are trying to seal a record-breaking new deal of up to £70m a-season. Continue reading... |
| Louis v Lionel: Van Gaal and Messi may be a meeting of mastery at World Cup Posted: 08 Jul 2014 09:40 AM PDT Argentinas forward was expected to make the headlines in Brazil but he could yet be overshadowed by the tactics of Hollands manager in the semi-finals Continue reading...  |
| Holland v Argentina semi-final could be settled by the tiniest of details Posted: 08 Jul 2014 09:39 AM PDT Lionel Messis brilliance or Louis van Gaals supreme planning could be all thats needed to decide match in an instant Argentina v Holland: two teams on the up, both fancying their chances its too close to call and I wont dare predict a result. Our neighbours and the Dutch have deservedly made it to the semi-finals and Wednesdays game in São Paulo promises to be an occasion we will remember for a long time judging by how the teams have fared at this World Cup. Lets start with Argentina. It was clear from the start that Lionel Messi would be their focal point in this tournament and he has delivered when they needed him most, either through vitals goals or assists, or making moves that opened up spaces or created chances for others. That latter scenario we saw in the game against Belgium. Gonzalo Higuaín was the scorer but Messi had created enough havoc to allow the Napoli striker to pounce on that ball. Continue reading... |
| World Cup Show 2014: day 27 previews video Posted: 08 Jul 2014 09:30 AM PDT Nat Coombs is joined by Matt Holland to preview the second semi-final of the World Cup: Holland v Argentina. Matt highlights his five things to look out for, including Louis van Gaal's midas touch, the loss of Ángel di María and the key first 10 minutes. Don't forget to check out our brand new YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/GuardianFootball Continue reading...  |
| World Cup Show 2014: day 27 news video Posted: 08 Jul 2014 09:27 AM PDT Nat Coombs takes a look at the second semi-final of World Cup 2014: Holland v Argentina and highlights the 10 things to watch, including: how will Argentina cope with the loss of Ángel di María? There are also historical head to heads, key battles across the park and much more. Don't forget to check out our brand new YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/GuardianFootball Continue reading...  |
| Championship big-money signings that have worked and those that havent Posted: 08 Jul 2014 09:19 AM PDT Will Ross McCormacks Fulham move prove money well spent like Jordan Rhodes or an expensive error like Nathan Ellington? Continue reading...  |
| World Cup 2014: day 27 as it happened Posted: 08 Jul 2014 09:03 AM PDT The news from Brazil ahead of the first semi-final between the hosts and European interlopers Germany  |
| Hollands Arjen Robben can earn praise his talent merits against Argentina Posted: 08 Jul 2014 08:26 AM PDT Much-maligned Dutch winger has come of age as he prepares to face Argentina in the World Cup semi-finals Arjen Robben is a machine. He might, in the past, have been a highly calibrated unit with a tendency to occasionally malfunction at the worst possible moment. But put aside, if you can, the debate over his theatrics against Mexico in the second round and before his personal semi-final duel with Lionel Messi he has a strong claim to be the player of the tournament so far. At this World Cup he has resembled nothing so much as the T-1000, the robotic bad guy in the second of Terminator films. After every tumble, twist and fall he has got back up again and resumed his fast, direct running at the defence head up, ball at his feet and panic in the eyes of his prey. Continue reading... |
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