Hard new challenges force Brazil to recalibrate

The Soccer World Cup and Olympics mean Brazil has to take a hard look at its infrastructure

As any country that has held the Olympic Games will testify, it is a mammoth challenge, but what about hosting both the soccer World Cup and the Olympics within two years of each other?

That is challenge that could prove daunting for any country, even an experienced one. And, unless some action is taken to improve Brazil's infrastructure, it could prove very difficult.