Gary Meenaghan

Japan beaten three games in a row to finish bottom of Group A in Fifa's continental championship. Gary Meenaghan reports from Brazil.

Minnows Tahiti have won over hearts and minds.

Loser of the game likely to meet Spain and the Azzurri have fitness concerns.

Prandelli is getting the best out of his maverick striker as the Italian 'group' stokes up passion, writes Gary Meenaghan.

Fernando Torres finished the match with four goals, while strike partner David Villa claimed a hat-trick in Spain's 10-0 romp of Tahiti at Estadio Maracana.

A 2-0 victory for the home team provides welcome distraction amid nationwide anti-government protests. Gary Meenaghan reports from Brazil.

Football is inadvertently playing its part in awakening Brazil from apathetic slumber, writes Gary Meenaghan in Fortaleza.

World Cup champions Spain are not taking any teams lightly while the tiny island of Tahiti are just trying to enjoy the ride, writes Gary Meenaghan.

As Brazilians protest, slow-paced Recife has yet to find its voice. The cost of the World Cup and the city's suburban stadium could soon change that, writes Gary Meenaghan.

Oscar Tabarez, coach of the South American side, had no complaints after 2-1 loss, conceding the world champions were worthy winners, writes Gary Meenaghan from Brazil.

With protesters outside the stadium and questions about the team's recent slide, Gary Meenaghan reflects on the importance of Brazil putting on a good show and winning.

Match preceded by public protests against government spending while Brazilian president and Fifa chief Sepp Blatter are jeered. Gary Meenaghan reports from Brazil.

Juan Mata and his Spanish teammates have had a grueling schedule the last few years and it continues at the Confederations Cup, Gary Meenaghan reports from Brazil.

Brazil open the tournament against Japan as favourites despite a stuttering period in the game and a all-time low Fifa ranking. Gary Meenaghan reports