Defenders the unsung heroes of Brazil's World Cup campaign

'Strong, athletic and intelligent, they comfortably prevented Mexico from turning territorial domination into real chances.' IMAGE: Mexico's Miguel Layun is tackled by Brazil's Filipe Luis during......

PHOTOS: Messi misses penalty as Argentina lose to Brazil

Diego Tardelli of Brazil celebrates after scoring the second goal against Argentina. Photograph: Feng Li/Getty Images Lionel Messi had a penalty saved as Brazil continued their defensive......

Neymar stunner gives Brazil win over Colombia

Neymar of Brazil reats to a tackle during an International Soccer friendly against Colombia. Photograph: Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images A superb 83rd minute free-kick from captain Neymar gave Brazil a......

Confederations Cup: Brazil's Kaka, Ronaldinho get axe

World Cup winners Ronaldinho and Kaka were both left out of the Brazil's Confederations Cup squad on Tuesday as coach Luiz Felipe Scolari opted for youth ahead of experience. Manchester United......

Figo older and wiser

Veteran winger Luis Figo was named Man of the Match by FIFA's Technical Study Group for his performance in Portugal's 1-0 win over Angola in their opening Group D match in Cologne on Sunday.Figo,......