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01-08-2014, 07:39 PM
I've also read reports about a huge group in Brasi that functions out of the brasilian prisons, that if the government of Brasil moves their leaders to a sanctioned prison, then they will see a bloody world cup. Kind of has me concerned here, but basic street smarts need to be applied. That goes for any corner of the world you travel to, no?
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01-12-2014, 05:52 PM
Who are the definite members traveling to Brasil, specifically Rio or nearby?
This also includes the members already living there.
It would be fun to meet up during the world cup
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01-27-2014, 03:42 PM
^^^Good stuff Barry!
What city are you living in now? Goiania or Brasilia? How do you find getting around by public transport and foot in your respective locale?
Congrats on the move to Brazil btw. Floripa would be a decent choice, but you really need a week there to do all the outdoorsy stuff. It predominantly has to do with the bad logistics/public transportation slowing you down. Therefore, you'd get to visit two beaches or two locations max in Floripa (per day) while the nightlife is scattered between Lagoa da Conceicao, Centro, and Jurere Internacional (seasonal events there).
Can anyone else chime in on the other locations?
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01-28-2014, 12:51 PM
Im not a soccer fan at all.. never been. I don't hate it..it just isnt my game.
Would brazil even be worth going to during this time? OR do you think it would p probably be to much of a hassle logistics wise?
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01-28-2014, 02:51 PM
Yes, if you don't like soccer don't come now, Everything is very expensive in Rio right now, from beer to hotels. Locals have been upset about the world cup because of that, the prices are scaring even to someone from an expensive city like London...
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01-28-2014, 08:21 PM
If you don't like football, do plan on enjoying yourself then during the world cup in Brasil.
I'd recommend going after the world cup in Mid-July and after.
Barry, let me know when you'll be in Rio. Also, I'd recommend Paraty, if you want exclusive beaches and a small nice town with great weather and a good vibe. I haven't personally been, but I've read up about it and many brasilians like to holiday there for their secluded beaches,etc. It's located in between the route to Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo.
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01-29-2014, 05:04 AM
A reminder to get your ticket applications in by 1/30 8am Brazilian time for this RSD period.
After this the next sales window is a FCFS window starting March 12th.
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01-29-2014, 10:36 AM
To be precise, "all ticket applications for the Random Selection Draw must be finalized by 12:00 CET tomorrow, January 30th. That translates into 09:00 in most of Brazil, 06:00 East Coast USA, 11:00 in the UK, and 22:00 Sydney time."
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01-29-2014, 03:35 PM
I definitely had my app completed a while ago. Here's to hoping that fifa will actually give me tickets to at least a few of the matches I have requested.
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02-08-2014, 10:14 PM
I managed to snag a flight to Sao Paolo for a few days around July 4th using miles. However, the quarter finals are in other cities: Fortaleza, Rio, Brasilia, and Salvador. Any thoughts on one versus the other? I was in Rio a few years ago for Carnaval so I'm thinking any of the other three, assuming tickets to the game there can be had.
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02-11-2014, 12:13 AM
Thanks. I think I'll pass on the trip in that case. Better to go after the games have been concluded.
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02-14-2014, 02:58 AM
Anyone else tentatively and anxiously counting down the days? Only about 119 days left.
Maybe it's because I have been football crazy since I learned how to walk, ha!
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02-19-2014, 03:52 PM
When are the earliest WC exhibition matches?
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02-19-2014, 11:09 PM
Quote: (02-19-2014 09:38 PM)kaka Wrote:
Quote: (02-19-2014 03:52 PM)Hencredible Casanova Wrote:
When are the earliest WC exhibition matches?
I believe you may be referring to the group games. That is the first round of the World Cup and it starts June 12, 2014.
The group stage is first. In the group stage, all 32 countries are put into 8 groups of 4 based on their FIFA rankings, and play the 3 other countries in their group respectively. A win counts as 3 points, a draw is 1 point, and a loss is nil. At the end, the top 2 countries in each group with the most points advance into the next round. (If two teams have the same amount of points, then the goal difference comes into play)
Generally, you want your team to be #1 in their group so they can avoid playing a strong team in the next round and get matched with a #2 group seeded team.
Then it proceeds to the round of 16 knockout tournament. The quarters. The Semis, the 3rd place games are played and then the final.
Hope this helps. The tournament runs from June 12 to July 13, with the final played on July 13.
No I meant like international friendly. Are there any such games this year before the WC begins?
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02-19-2014, 11:23 PM
Most teams will play 2-4 matches in April and May before heading to the World Cup. The U.S. has a friendly scheduled with Mexico in Phoenix for April 2nd. Other matches are still being scheduled, but expect at least 2 exhibition games for the U.S. team with mid tier European squads in the sunbelt states in May.