He might not be the flashiest, but the Bayern keeper is quietly leading Germany to victory

Jesus, by contrast, was a sandals man

It started with a headbutt

A professor at Northwestern's campus in Al Rayyan argues that the tournament will bring reform. Now a Northwestern student fires back.

Five goals short of the record, with three more matches to go

Matthew Niederhauser's Photo Diary, Day 13

To be read in the voice of Ian Darke.

1-7 is a result, too

Corruption and European clubs are sapping the country's talent. But it was their coach who ensured that this team played scared.

Brazil's collapse against Germany puts Scolari and his team in undistinguished company

A collapse for the record books

"Babies wear them, silicone-implanted housewives, and old men with walkers, too."

God may still save the Queen, but Britannia has not ruled in 2014

He never played in a World Cup, but every player there now should salute him.

So what exactly is your problem with soccer players who dupe the referee?

Matthew Niederhauser's World Cup Photo Diary: Day Twelve

Unable to rely on muscle–or Neymar–can the hosts survive?

Introducing Brazil to "flip cups," then drowning the loss to Belgium. Matthew Niederhauser's photo diary, day eleven

There's a reason that the four teams left in have played in a combined 21 finals.

Relocating the tournament would deny the very progress reformers want