FIFA president Sepp Blatter has criticised Brazil’s World Cup preparations, saying organisers have no excuses for ongoing delays. Six of the tournament’s 12 host stadiums are yet to be ready for the June 12-July 13 event, while concern also surrounds the progress of work on airports, roads and hotels, Xinhua reported Monday. “Brazil has come […]
Brazil has created a special force of 10,000-strong military personnel to ensure that no anti-government protests disrupt this summer’s 2014 FIFA World Cup, news website G1 reported. The special force is expected to reinforce the work of local and federal police in the 12 cities that will be hosting games in June and July, Xinhua […]
