Hero an unknown last month

Teenage striker Divock Origi is Belgium's World Cup hero of the moment. Just last month, many of his teammates - never mind much of his country's media - didn't even know who he was.

World Cup kitsch: From dog jerseys to Brazil condoms

World Cup fans are expressing their love of the game in wild ways, wearing patriotic nail polish, dressing up dogs with jerseys and showing their passion under the sheets with Brazil-inspired condoms.

After the goal rush, Algerian delight

They might want to change Porto Alegre's name to Porto Algeria after the Desert Foxes' 4-2 victory over South Korea in the southern Brazilian city on Sunday.

Roger set to reign on grass

Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic are entering Wimbledon plagued by injury fears and self-doubt, leaving Roger Federer convinced this could be a golden opportunity to capture a record eighth title.

Surly Serena in no mood for small talk

Serena Williams sent a warning to her Wimbledon title rivals as the world No 1 completed her preparations for the grass-court Grand Slam in a feisty mood.

What to watch for

Last year's Wimbledon was the most unpredictable in memory.

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'Evolving' Brazil still wary of Cameroon

Stuttering Brazil will look to clinch its berth in the last 16 of the World Cup as it hosts already-eliminated Cameroon in their final Group A match at the National Stadium in the capital, Brasilia, on Monday.

Argentine media savor 'savior' Messi

Argentine media showered acclaim on Lionel Messi after the forward's last-gasp goal against Iran secured the Albiceleste's place in the World Cup round of 16.

Ronaldo welcomes Klose into elite club

Brazilian legend Ronaldo was quick to congratulate Miroslav Klose after the German equaled his record of 15 World Cup goals on Saturday.

For many Brazilians, 'King' Pele is no longer relevant

He's 'The King', renowned as soccer's greatest ever and the icon of Brazilian World Cup success.

Stars get creative after goals

Flying Dutchman Arjen Robben took off straight for the goal, ran around the back side of the net, then came sliding into the sideline on his knees. He spread his arms wide, blew kisses, made a fist, pointed and stuck out his tongue.