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As the 2014 Fifa World Cup in Brazil draws ever closer excitement is already building in the country that gave the world the "beautiful game" as the venues and dates for matches were announced.

Former Brazil captain Socrates, one of the world's greatest midfielders, dies in hospital after an illness.

Fighting in his home country of Brazil, Jose Aldo will defend his UFC Featherweight Title Jan. 14 in UFC 142 against undefeated fighter Chad Mendes, FOXSports.com has learned.

England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales learn their qualifying opponents for the 2014 World Cup finals tournament in Brazil.

England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales await the qualifying draw for the 2014 World Cup in Brazil.

The U.S. was a player down and facing elimination. But with an epic win over Brazil, it kept alive a Women's World Cup run that could capture the nation's attention, writes Grant Wahl.

Moments from elimination, the U.S. rallied for a stunning victory over Brazil. Now, writes Grant Wahl, the Americans look like favorites in a suddenly wide-open Women's World Cup.

After stunning loss, USA looks to rebound vs. formidable Brazil.

Some had this pegged as the final. Instead, the U.S. and Brazil are playing to win a semifinal spot in the women's World Cup.

Who'll survive? Follow Georgina Turner's play-by-play analysis.

USA's loss to Sweden hurts. But with a game plan, Brazil is beatable.