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Head coach optimistic about Pakistan’s chances against Australia

Waves away criticism of his performance during World Cup opener.

Dunga was fired after he fell to Holland in the quarterfinals of the World Cup 2010.

"I made the decision that the World Cup in Brazil would be my final tournament," Philipp Lahm.

Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff declared the giant nation’s staging of the World Cup a victory.

As 1000s of football fans head back to their homes, Brazilians, more than anyone, will be wondering, what now?

‘Brazil, Brazil, Lyari ki cheel’ shouted the excited crowd gathered at Cheel Chowk after the match.

Never, ever write off the Germans.

It all started at the Arena Corinthians in Sao Paulo more than a month ago.

Brazilians are more worried about their pocketbooks than the scoreboard.

From the outset in Brazil, the Germans looked like a team on a mission.

It took Germany 24 years to realise that potential, but they did not care; they were champions of the world.

The 2014 World Cup awards and statistics as designated by FIFA after Sunday's final.

Germany breaks heart of nation, after depriving Argentina of its first World Cup win in almost 3 decades.

Brazil's football confederation will not renew national coach Luiz Felipe Scolari's contract.

Become 1st European team to win World Cup held in South America.

Mario Goetze makes Germany fourth time world champion.

Some Brazilians were so angry after the loss to Germany that they wore the orange Dutch jersey.

Brazil coach defends team, his own track record after side’s loss.

Brazil captain cites failure as a moment of great sadness.

Among the well-known, the less recognised have left their marks too.

Netherlands coach optimistic of EPL role following win over Brazil.

The final will be "the most important match of our lives for our country," says Messi.

The weight of wearing the No 10 jersey and captain band has never been heavier for Messi

Netherlands take third place in football Worldcup 2014.

Spotlight swings on country’s subsequent project after Fifa World Cup.

40% reduction in the number of both minor and serious injuries at the World Cup.

1990 winners, Argentina meet today at the majestic Maracana for finale.

Germany coach set to move in for the kill against Argentina today.

A selection of facts and figures around the World Cup finals in Brazil.

Whelan on the run after being accused of selling World Cup tickets illegally.

Vatican source on Friday said he "excluded categorically" prospect of pope emeritus Benedict XVI watching the final.

Angel di Maria joins training session with South American side.

Losing semi-finalists to clash for the 12th time today at the Estadio Nacional .

If Argentina wins the World Cup, Messi will be mentioned in same sentence as Maradona and Pele for the rest of time

Striker can still plea to court of Arbitration for Sport.

Lyariites are just as passionate about football as Brazil; they also have the biggest hearts to begin with.

Agitated Dutch coach brands play-off ‘unfair’.

Germany gave Brazil such a hiding that it’s hard to remember a better World Cup performance in history.

Goalkeeper saves twice in penalty shootout against Netherlands.

Football analyst David Keegan termed Argentina’s ascent to the final ‘a body blow to the spirits of the...

It was the most goals ever scored by one side in a World Cup semi-final and Brazil’s worst ever defeat.

Wesley Sneijder and Ron Vlaar missed their spot kicks as Argentina won 4-2 on penalties to set up a final with Germany

Germany coach credits team for holding nerve in face of passionate Brazil.

Players, coach, media rue Selecao’s crushing 7-1 defeat to Germany.

Germany advanced to Sunday's final in the Maracana after beating Brazil 7-1

Crowds of yellow-shirted fans thronged streets outside the Mineirao chanting Neymar's name.

Heine Allemagne, 43, has given Fifa free use of his invention at the finals.

Ray Whelan to assist police in further illegal activity probe.

Argentine coach looks to reach further heights.