Amazônia, Manaus (Brésil) » Jeux historiques

Officials in Brazil claim the Rio Olympics will bring lasting benefits, but did the country's hosting of the World Cup two years ago manage to help local people?... more »

British tabloids warned it was a jungle outpost where dangers ranged from rampant crime to snakes, but Manaus's mayor said Wednesday the World Cup host city had proved critics wrong.... more »

England manager Roy Hodgson and his Italy counterpart Cesare Prandelli declared themselves happy with the much-criticised Manaus pitch on the eve of their World Cup Group D clash on Saturday.... more »

The sauna of Manaus's Amazonia Arena will provide the backdrop for a battle of cautious counter-punching on Saturday when powerhouses England and Italy face off in their World Cup opener.... more »

The pitch in Manaus due to host its first World Cup finals match between England and Italy on Saturday is not up to the standards required for a match of that stature, according to world players union body FIFPro.... more »