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Costa Rica on "How to Lose a Spot in the World Cup"

Costa Rica on “How to Lose a Spot in the World Cup”

For 94 minutes, Costa Rica was on its third World Cup on a row. But the squad headed by Brazilian coach Rene Simoes provided another example of the saying “it’s over when it’s over.” The USA team, who started 2 goals behind the visitors, tied in the stoppage time. The goal by Bornstein turned Honduras [...]

Fred: Flop of the Year in Brazil

Fred: Flop of the Year in Brazil

So far, the return of Fred, ex-Lyon, to Brazilian football has been a big flop. Despite the few goals here and there, his club, Fluminense, has been having a horrible year. Not able to qualify for the finals of Rio de Janeiro state championship, the club now seats in the relegation zone of Campeonato [...]