Brazil will face Colombia today for a spot in the World Cup semi-final. Everybody expects a tough game for Brazil, which is hosting the tournament. In a country where soccer is king, every Brazilian has an opinion on the national team.
As was expected before the tournament, Brazil finished first in group A. However, the team’s style received a lot of criticism. The last game against Chile in the round of 16 did not quiet the criticism. Brazil could not win during the 90-minute game or in overtime. Instead, Brazil qualified through penalty kicks. Neymar, the striker, is a star, but his teammates do not have his talent and the 22-year-old player often seems alone on the field.
Brazil has scored 8 goals in 4 games, but Colombia has scored 11 times. James Rodriguez, the World Cup’s top scorer and the new Colombian superstar, scored five of those goals.
Fans still hope the odds are in favor of Brazil, which has won 5 trophies, a record in World Cup history. Paul Camargo hopes Brazil will add a sixth cup.
