The great football event kicks off

The FIFA World Cup 2014 has started with the opening ceremony and the match between host Brazil and Croatia in Sao Paulo. The Football World Cup is, undoubtedly, the biggest spectacle in the world, but this year the tournament promises to be extra special as it will be held in the nation which is known as the spiritual home of football, and whose national team has won the global showpiece event five times. The South American superpower breaths and eats the beautiful game and has given birth to some of the best footballers, including the greatest legend in the history of the game, Pele. The official slogan of this year's world cup is: “All in One Rhythm”.
The two countries I think will surprise everyone and may well lift the World Cup this year are Uruguay and Portugal. Both these countries qualified through the playoffs, but I think one of these two teams will be competing in the Final. Hoping for a great FIFA World Cup 2014!
Aranya Syed
London, England