The WORLD CUP FEVER

[AtemisDelta]

The Dream: All in or Nothing ft. Messi, Alves, Suárez, Özil and more -- FIFA World Cup
World Cup ad by Adidas
https: //www.youtube.com/watch?v=jR1XQsCiAKE

 

[Lola_sweet]

The Dream: All in or Nothing ft. Messi, Alves, Suárez, Özil and more -- FIFA World Cup
World Cup ad by Adidas
https: //www.youtube.com/watch?v=jR1XQsCiAKE

MESSI <3 <3

 

[AtemisDelta]

I liked the creativity in Nike's world cup ad...
But then Adidas just pips it... on account of my favorite players starring in it.. Messi, Suarez

 

[shoaib672002]

http://andrewyuan.github.io/EDAV-project.html​

 

[Dream.Eater]

Devrex101
chk this out...

 

[The Chill Master]

THE FIRST MATCH KICKS OFF IN...

16
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11
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04
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45
SECS

 

[Lola_sweet]

THE FIRST MATCH KICKS OFF IN...

16
DAYS


11
HRS


04
MINS


45
SECS

was waiting for u 2 come back and do the countdown. i thought shoaib672002 was meant to take over! but he didnt

 

[The Chill Master]

#WorldCupRank -- The Top 50

No. 50 David Luiz, Chelsea/Brazil





Why he's ranked: Many observers long opined that Luiz's position was as a holding midfielder, but a succession of Chelsea managers persisted in picking him at the heart of their defence, even though he is prone to the odd high-profile error. Jose Mourinho eventually decided to deploy the 27-year-old in the more advanced position at the back end of this season, but he is likely to play in defence for Brazil at the World Cup -- and for his potential new club, Paris Saint-Germain, once he completes a move this summer.





Key stat: Not only the most expensive defender in Chelsea's history, thanks to his $42 million transfer from Benfica, but his reported $83 million move to PSG would make him the most expensive defender of all time.

Keith Hamilton/Icon SMIDavid Luiz is a versatile player who pairs perfectly with Thiago Silva.


What the experts say: "Together with Thiago Silva, they are the central defense couple any coach dreams to line up. And when the going gets tough, he is one of the tough guys that get going." -- Vito De Palma, ESPN Argentina

 

[The Chill Master]

No. 49 Iker Casillas, Real Madrid/Spain





Why he's ranked: Spain's 2010 World Cup-winning captain has been respected as one of the most consistent goalkeepers in the game since his made his debut for Real Madrid in the 1998-99 season. He quickly became the club's first-choice keeper the following season and has won 11 major trophies with Los Blancos. Despite his demotion to second-choice keeper in the past two seasons, he has remained loyal and focused on the club's cause.





Key stat: All-time leader in caps for the Spanish national team with 153 appearances.

Didier Fevre/USA TODAY SportsCasillas is looking to parlay a Champions League-winning season with Real Madrid into success with Spain at the World Cup.
What the experts say: "There's a reason he's still 'San Iker' and still gets the nod ahead of the likes of David De Gea, Pepe Reina and (before his injury) Victor Valdes. Casillas makes his defenders more confident. His positioning and his reflexes remain about as good as you're going to get. And while set pieces may not be his forte, he's been able to make the experience accumulated in 15 seasons at the highest level count." -- Gabriele Marcotti

 

[The Chill Master]

No. 48 Samuel Eto'o, Chelsea/Cameroon





Why he's ranked: Now 33, this former Real Madrid and Barcelona striker is convinced he remains a force at the very highest level of the game, and if his history is anything to go by, the Cameroonian legend deserves to be respected. He may not have been at his consistent best at Chelsea this season, but he delivered vital goals in key games, and his eagerness to give his all confirmed he has not lost his appetite.





Key stat: Eto'o is the only player in the world to ever win consecutive continental trebles (let alone for different clubs).

AP Photo/Armando FrancaEto'o found minutes hard to come by at Chelsea this season, but he'll be front and center for Cameroon in Brazil.
What the experts say: "He could be considered the best African footballer ever. His skill, mobility, speed and ability to score consistently make him one of the most complete forwards in the world." -- Carlos Zafra, ESPN Deportes

"Fast and excellent finisher, also has a perfect position in the field. One of the greatest players of the past decade." -- Gustavo Hofman, ESPN Brazil

"One of Africa's greatest strikers in history. Victorious wherever he played, he is responsible for elevating Cameroon on the world stage." -- Leonardo Bertozzi, ESPN Brazil

"He isn't the same Eto'o of Barcelona and Internazionale but he is still the star of Cameroon." -- Gian Oddi, ESPN Brazil

 

[The Chill Master]

No. 47 Gerard Pique, Barcelona/Spain





Why he's ranked: This centre-back slipped through Sir Alex Ferguson's fingers at Manchester United, as the Scottish tactician failed to find a slot for Pique in his team during a four-year spell at Old Trafford, and then saw his protégé join Barcelona in 2008. Elegant on the ball, a fine passer and often the starting point for many of his side's attacking moves, the partner of Colombian singer Shakira has it all.





Key stat: The rock of Barcelona's defense, Pique led the team in defensive clearances and aerial duels won for the past two seasons in league play.

AP Photo/Antonio CalanniPique will once again feature in Spain's back line at the 2014 World Cup.
What the experts say: "Underrated, I think. Take him out of the Barcelona setup and they start losing goals -- and games. Part of a partnership that has won the last two major international tournaments while conceding only three goals in 13 matches. Intensely competitive, good football vision, elegant. Funny." -- Graham Hunter

 

[The Chill Master]

No. 46 Daniel Sturridge, Liverpool/England





Why he's ranked: Sturridge took time to confirm he was the real deal at the highest level but answered all of his critics at Liverpool this season. Oozing with pace, a threat with both feet and also a decent header of the ball, Sturridge has matured from a striker with potential to one edging towards the elite. A strong World Cup would move him even closer.





Key stat: Top-scoring Englishman in the Premier League this season with 21 goals. Finished second in the league to teammate Luis Suarez.

AP Photo/Sang TanSturridge scored 21 goals for Liverpool in the Premier League this season, the most by any English player.
What the experts say: "The last 18 months have seen Sturridge get serious. After years of advance notices and wrong turns, he has become a key player for a major club. He has the pace and strength to play as a single striker and the awareness to loop in with a partner. Hard work on the mental approach to match his skills have made him England's best No. 9." -- John Brewin

 

[The Chill Master]

lolz

http://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-27598728

 

[The Chill Master]

THE FIRST MATCH KICKS OFF IN...

14
DAYS


11
HRS


32
MINS


44
SECS

 

[The Chill Master]

No. 45 Daniele De Rossi, AS Roma/Italy





Why he's ranked: De Rossi was a relative novice on the international stage when he claimed World Cup glory with Italy in 2006, but he has confirmed in the eight years since that he deserves to be hailed among the modern game's midfield greats. Reliable, powerful and as consistent as they come, the Azzurri need this talisman to shine in Brazil.





Key stat: Has scored at least one goal in eight competitions: Serie A, Italian Cup, Italian Super Cup, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Champions League, UEFA European Championship, FIFA Confederations Cup, and FIFA World Cup.

Didier Fevre/Presse Sports/USA TODAY SportsDe Rossi is a tactically shrewd defender and a natural leader for Italy.






What the experts say: "He's the warrior at the gates of the midfield. It may be an overused tag, but with him it applies. A tenacious runner who plays the game with emotion and intensity (sometimes too much, as evidenced by one too many red cards). At his best, his games are tactical master classes in terms of clogging passing lanes and winning back stray balls. He also chips in with a fair number of goals -- both from distance and with his head -- and he's a versatile natural leader who can step into defense when needed." - Gabriele Marcotti





"On his right calf, De Rossi has a 'thou shall not pass' tattoo depicting one player sliding in on another. If he takes the ball off you, he has the range of passing to make you pay. One of the great all-round midfielders of the past decade, De Rossi is tactically very shrewd. He has played as a centre-back for Italy and also performs the Sergio Busquet's parachute role to good effect." - James Horncastle

 

[The Chill Master]

No. 44 Dani Alves, Barcelona/Brazil





Why he's ranked: Alves claimed a host of major trophies after arriving at Barcelona just in time to be part of their all-conquering trophy-winning team under Pep Guardiola's guidance. But his successes at club level will be trumped if he helps Brazil win the World Cup on home soil this summer. Now 30, he remains a threat bursting forward down the flanks, while his pass completion rate is always impressive.

Alves is one of many Europe-based Brazilian stars who'll be relishing the chance to play at home.






Key stat: Has scored at least one goal for his club in every season since becoming a regular at Sevilla 2003-04.





What the experts say: "Considered by many to be the best right-back in the world. His ability to attack and position himself to be able to score are his main characteristics." - Carlos Zafra, ESPN Deportes

Talented wing-backs have been a top Brazilian export for ages and Dani Alves is no exception. But he is certainly more than that, since he can become a world-class winger when he goes into attack mode, and he can also be extremely accurate assisting his strikers. Didn't have the best of seasons with Barcelona, but he is still a key player for Brazil. - Damian Didonato, ESPN Argentina

 

[The Chill Master]

No. 43 Didier Drogba, Galatasaray/Cote d'Ivoire





Why he's ranked: Does this 36-year-old icon of African sport have a final headline-grabbing World Cup left in him? At his best, few defenders could handle this powerful, dynamic, hungry and potent striker whose record of scoring big goals in his Chelsea days was remarkable. A glut of goals in FA Cup finals, League Cup finals and a decisive contribution in the 2012 Champions League final made Drogba a Stamford Bridge legend.

Drogba will team up with Yaya Toure to give Ivory Coast a potent one-two punch in Brazil.






Key stat: In eight seasons with Chelsea, Drogba scored 157 goals, fourth-most in club history. First and only African player to score 100 Premier League goals.





What the experts say: "Drogba is and will be among the top five players in the history of African football. Rarely do you see a player with strength and technique of the Ivorian. He also has leadership and the ability to convince those around him. While his physical performance won't be the same, his touch of ball will be intact and inside the area he'll be lethal." -- Armando Neria, ESPN Mexico

 

[The Chill Master]

No. 42 Cesc Fabregas, Barcelona/Spain





Why he's ranked: Fabregas proved he could thrive in a role of "false nine" when he played a crucial role in Spain's Euro 2012 triumph and Vicente Del Bosque's side won the tournament without relying on a natural striker. Fleet of foot with a fine range of passing, this Barcelona star honed his skills under Arsene Wenger's guidance at Arsenal. His club future might be on the agenda again after Brazil 2014.

Despite a difficult end to the season with Barcelona, Fabregas will be ready to go for the World Cup.






Key stat: Fabregas had the second-most assists in La Liga this season with 13.





What the experts say: "Fabregas is one of those rare players who is more valuable for club than country. He has supplied key performances for Spain in their biggest matches. Cesc was the supplier of Andres Iniesta's winner in the 2010 final, and in Euro 2012's final, his willingness to adapt as a 'false nine' wreaked havoc on the Italians." - John Brewin

 

[The Chill Master]

is it true
http://www.bbc.com/sport/0/football/27614215

 

[qasim9]

By my opinion Germany, Uraguay or Brazil will win the W.C
Cuz Suarez and many other players are in form for Uraguay, Germany as we know is loaded with BvB and Bayern main players and brazil has the home advantage and key players for their assurity of winning the W.C.
It's just my opinion, I'm not saying that they would definitely win.