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      What are the lyrics to the Brazil national anthem and what do they mean in English?

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      BRAZIL are hoping for success at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.The South American side are in Group G with Serbia, Switzerland and Cameroon – and are looking to lift the trophy for the first time since 2002.
      Thiago Silva sings his heart out for the Brazil national anthem at the 2022 World CupCredit: Rex
      Why is the Brazilian national anthem shortened?
      The melody for the national anthem was composed by Francisco Manuel da Silva and was presented to the public in 1831.
      The date it was presented was April 13, 1831 and it is now knownn as “Day of the Brazilian National Anthem” in the country.
      It had been given at least two unofficial lyrics before the official ones were  written by  Joaquim Osório Duque-Estrada in 1909.
      It is often shortened to just the first verse for sporting events due to the length.
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      What is it called?
      The first national anthem of Brazil was called the Independence Anthem but when the Emperor Pedro 1 – also the writer of the song – abdicated it fell in popularity.
      It has no other name than the National Anthem.
      What are the lyrics?
      Verse One 
      The placid shores of the Ipiranga heardThe resounding shout of a heroic folkAnd the sun of Liberty in shining beamsShone in the homeland’s sky at that instant.If the pledge of this equalityWe managed to conquer with strong arm,In thy bosom, O Freedom,Our chest defies death itself!O beloved,Idolized homeland,Hail, hail!Brazil, an intense dream, a vivid rayOf love and hope descends to earthIf in thy beautiful, smiling and limpid skyThe image of the (Southern) Cross blazes.Giant by thine own nature,Thou art beautiful, strong, a fearless colossus,And thy future mirrors that greatness.Adored LandAmongst thousand othersArt thou, Brazil,O beloved homeland!Of the sons of this groundThou art kind mother,Beloved homeland,Brazil!
      Verse Two
      Eternally lying on splendid cradle,To the sound of sea and under deep sky lightThou flashes, Brazil, crocket of America,Illuminated by the sun of New World!
      Than the more garish land,Thy smiling, pretty prairies and more flowers”Our groves have more life”,”Our life” in thy bosom “more loves”.
      O beloved,Idolized homeland,Hail, hail!
      Brazil, of eternal love be a symbolThe starred labarum which thou displaystAnd say the laurel-green of this pennant”Peace in the future and glory in the past.”
      But if thou raises the strong mace of justice,See that a son of thine flees not from battle,Nor do those who love thee fear their own death.
      Adored LandAmongst thousand othersArt thou, Brazil,O beloved homeland!
      Of the sons of this groundThou art kind mother,Beloved homeland,Brazil!
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      ‘This chapter is closed’ – Cristiano Ronaldo breaks silence on Man Utd axing after scoring in Portugal’s World Cup win

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO became the first player to score at FIVE World Cups and then declared his Manchester United debacle to be over.The Portuguese icon netted a second-half penalty to help his nation win 3-2 against Ghana.
      Cristiano Ronaldo netted from the spot in Portugal’s thrilling win over GhanaCredit: Getty
      Ronaldo was awarded the Player of the Match trophy for his performanceCredit: Getty
      It put him onto eight World Cup goals – one more than legendary rival Lionel Messi.
      This win was also Ronaldo’s first game since his bombshell interview with Piers Morgan rocked the football world and saw his United contract terminated.
      Speaking in a press conference that lasted two minutes and 12 seconds and answering just one question, the 37-year-old said: “This was a beautiful moment – my fifth World Cup.
      “We won, we started with a good foot. A very important win.
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      “We know the first match is crucial. But also a world record. The first player to score in five World Cups. That makes me proud.
      “The most important step is we won. It was a week that finished this chapter (with United).

      “This chapter is closed. We wanted to start with a good foot. We won. I could help my team.
      “All the rest does not matter.”
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      Ronaldo’s first World Cup came 18 years ago in Germany – which included the famous winker incident with Wayne Rooney – and he was welling up during the national anthem.
      He won a soft penalty in the 65th minute, going down under a challenge from Southampton defender Mohammed Salisu.
      Ronaldo converted it for his 118th goal for his country.
      Ghana hit back through ex-Swansea man Andre Ayew, before Bruno Fernandes teed up Joao Felix and Rafael Leao to make it 3-1.
      Still the Ghanaians came back through sub Osman Bukari – who performed Ronaldo’s iconic Siu celebration – but Portugal held on.
      Asked if free agent Ronaldo can still play at the top level, team-mate Bernardo Silva, of Manchester City, replied: “Yes I think so.
      “It depends on what he wants. I don’t know what he wants for his life. He has to speak with his family and decide for himself, right?
      “We are happy to know that we can still count on him – not just the goal but he worked a lot for the team. We are happy with the three points.”
      Portugal boss Fernando Santos added: “He is one of the best players ever. I think Cristiano is a phenomenon and a legend like many others who have come before him.
      “In 50 years time we’ll still be talking about him.”
      Ghana boss Otto Addo was left fuming with the referee for giving the spotkick.
      He said: “If somebody scores a goal, congratulations, but this was really a gift.
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      “I think it was the wrong decision. I think we played the ball. I don’t know why VAR didn’t come up. There’s no explanation for me. Then it’s difficult for us.
      “If I look at that scene, it’s incredible. We were playing the ball. It was actually a foul against us.” More

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      England team to face USA at World Cup 2022 revealed as Gareth Southgate sticks with bold approach and formation

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      GARETH SOUTHGATE is set to stick to the exact same team that pummelled Iran for England’s Friday night game against the USA.The Three Lions put themselves in a commanding positioning in their World Cup group after a brilliant 6-2 opening game.
      This is the expected England line-up for their Friday night clash with the US
      Excellent England got their World Cup off to the best possible start on MondayCredit: EPA
      Despite his first World Cup goal, Jack Grealish looks set for the bench againCredit: Getty
      Bukayo Saka scored twice and Jude Bellingham ran the show as England sent a defiant message to their rivals in Qatar.
      Meanwhile, the USA had control of their opening game against Wales before conceding a Gareth Bale penalty to make it 1-1.
      England manager Southgate is set to name the same team and formation that pulled off the stunning victory against Iran.
      This is despite Harry Kane picking up a knock and Harry Maguire being forced off the pitch during the win with illness.
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      Raheem Sterling is set to retain his place in England’s first XICredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      Kane was pictured back in training yesterday after having a scan on his ankle and fears over his fitness have since receded.
      He is now expected to lead the line for England again, flanked by Saka and Raheem Sterling.
      Gareth Southgate also played down any injury concerns in his pre-match press conference.
      He said: “Harry is good. It would be a brave decision to leave him out of the starting line-up.”

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      Maguire is also fit to start and will once again be the centre-back partner of John Stones, with Kieran Tripper and Luke Shaw in the full-back positions.
      And England fans can expect to once again see a midfield of Bellingham, Declan Rice and Mason Mount.
      The US are set to pose a more difficult prospect than Iran.
      Gregg Berhalter’s team is filled with Premier League talent, including Chelsea’s Christian Pulisic, Arsenal goalkeeper Matt Turner and Leeds’ pair Brenden Aaronson and Tyler Adams.
      Jude Bellingham will be looking to replicate his outstanding performance against the US on FridayCredit: Reuters More

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      Are Serbia stars Sergej and Vanja Milinkovic-Savic brothers and could they have played for Spain?

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      SERBIA’S double barrelled duo have got everyone’s tongues wagging at the World Cup in Qatar.Serbian keeper Vanja Milinkovic-Savic, formerly of Manchester United, and Sergej – who plays for Lazio – are two of the Balkan country’s top stars.
      Vanja Milinkovic-Savic yells at his team-mates during Serbia’s game against BrazilCredit: Getty
      Sergej Milinkovic-Savic takes on Vinicius Junior during Serbia’s opening game against BrazilCredit: AP
      The pair have had very different careers and have only briefly played together at club level – but they took to the pitch together as Serbia faced Brazil in their 2022 World Cup opener.
      Here is all you need to know about the two stars.
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      Are Vanja and Sergej Milinkovic-Savic related?
      Yes, Sergej and Vanja Milinkovic-Savic are brothers – and they are from a very impressive sporting family.
      Both football stars were born in Spain, with Sergej born in Lleida in Catalonia, while the younger Vanja was born in Ourense in Galacia.
      Their father, Nikola Milinkovic, was a professional footballer who had a journeyman career with Almaria, Chaves, Ourense and various other clubs.
      Sergej and Vanja Milinkovic-Savic proudly represent their country together
      Their mother, Milana Savic, was a professional basketball player – and so is their sister Jana.
      Imagine the competitiveness over a game of Monopoly in that family!
      What clubs do they play for?
      Vanja, now 25, started his career at Vojvodina and was sold to Manchester United in 2013 for £1.5m.
      He would never make a competitive appearance for United and after failing to secure a work permit, was released, moving to Lechia Gdansk before Torino swooped in a year later and signed him.
      He has had loan spells at SPAL, Ascoli and is now at Standard Liege, where he plays as back-up keeper.
      He has had seven appearances between the sticks for Serbia before his first World Cup game in 2022.
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      Sergej, 27, also played for Vojvodina, before moving to Genk in Belgium in 2014.
      He then moved to Lazio in 2015, where he has played for the last seven seasons. More

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      Who is Jack Grealish’s young friend Finlay and what does the celebration mean?

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      JACK GREALISH celebrated his first World Cup goal in style after netting against Iran.England came out 6-2 victors in Group B’s opening match and put the pressure on Wales and the USMNT.
      Jack Grealish blew a kiss to the camera after scoring against Iran
      And Grealish netted the final goal in the clash after Gareth Southgate’s side put up an impressive performance.
      But just what was Grealish’s celebration and who is Finlay, the child he performed the celebration for at the World Cup?
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      Who is Jack Grealish’s young friend Finlay and what does the celebration mean?
      Finlay is an 11-year-old Manchester City supporter who has cerebral palsy.
      The young fan penned a letter to Grealish and got the ultimate surprise when the winger visited him earlier this year.
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      When meeting the City star, Finlay was offered the chance to choose Grealish’s next celebration.
      The England international said: “I’ll do a little celebration for you. What would you like me to do?”
      And then, Finlay responded: “Do the worm!”
      Jack Grealish pulled out ‘the worm’
      However, this was not the usual ‘worm’ dance that you may have thought as the 11-year-old demonstrated it with his arms, and Grealish duly obliged next time he scored.
      Netting against Iran, he celebrated with his teammates before pointing to the camera and pulling off the celebration for Finlay. More

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      ‘He nearly died’ – Watch Cristiano Ronaldo’s heart-in-mouth reaction to Portugal keeper’s last-minute howler vs Ghana

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO was left paralysed with fear in the dying seconds of Portugal’s World Cup opener with Ghana.The former Manchester United forward, 37, scored from the penalty spot to give his country the lead in the 65th minute.
      Portugal keeper Diogo Costa did not spot Inaki Williams behind him in stoppage-timeCredit: Reuters

      Cristiano Ronaldo was left gobsmacked when Costa made the mistakeCredit: ITV
      Ronaldo appeared to console Costa for his error after the gameCredit: Getty
      Costa was left thoroughly disappointed after almost costing his teamCredit: Getty
      Andre Ayew then levelled for Ghana, before Joao Felix and Rafael Leao seemed to put the game to bed for the Euro 2016 champions.
      But Osman Bukari pulled one back for the Black Stars in the final moments of normal time, before a remarkable end left Ronaldo shell-shocked.
      Portugal keeper Diogo Costa claimed the ball in the ninth minute of stoppage-time in what seemed to be the last action of the game.
      All of the players ran out of the penalty area, but Inaki Williams sneakily remained behind Costa.
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      And the Porto shot-stopper did not see the Athletic Bilbao forward as he threw the ball on the floor, with Williams stealing in to try and score.
      Fortunately for Portugal, Williams slipped as he reached the ball and allowed Ruben Dias to get back and tackle him, before Danilo Pereira cleared it away to ensure they won the game 3-2.
      And Ronaldo, whose Manchester United contract was terminated earlier this week, reacted in a thoroughly eye-catching way as he put his hand on his head and dropped his jaw in disbelief.
      Reacting on social media, one person said: “They almost killed the old man LOL. Don’t do that, Diogo Costa.”
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      Another added: “Ronaldo nearly died 😂😂😂. Diogo Costa, please.”
      A third said: “Diogo Costa, you’ve just shaved five years off Ronaldo’s lifespan.”
      And a fourth added: “Ronaldo was more shocked than when he got his Man Utd contract termination.”
      Costa’s error did prove to be Ghana’s final opportunity of the game as Portugal sealed a dramatic first victory at this year’s World Cup.

      Ronaldo also helped himself to another record during the game, becoming the first player to score in FIVE World Cups.
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      We spent more than £80 on TINY cold burgers & bottled beer in Qatar hotel… even our chips were dry, says World Cup fan

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      WORLD CUP fans have told how they spent £80 on five bottled beers and two hilariously tiny burgers at a luxury hotel in Doha. Wales fans piled into the ritzy bar and managed to drink it dry as they endured the expensive booze and food.
      Pictures shared of the grey-looking mini served in QatarCredit: news.com.au
      The fans spent £80 five beers and the two small burgersCredit: news.com.au
      The high price and questionable quality of food and drink in Qatar is becoming a major talking point for fans at the World Cup.
      And one group of fans revealed their experience as 1,600 fans packed into a lavish hotel bar with just two toilets, reports news.com.au.
      Booze has become even more of a precious commodity after it was banned from stadium complexes on orders of the Qatari Royals.
      So fans either have to wait for it to go on sale at the one of the fanzones – with the bars opening at 6.30pm.
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      Or they have to hunt out the licenced hotel bars dotted around the cities which can sell alcohol to foreigners and non-Muslims.
      Welsh fans endured the high prices as they watched national hero Gareth Bale thump home a penalty to net them a 1-1 draw with the US.
      But one group of fans paid £79 for five bottles of beer – or around £16 a bottle.
      It did come with some food, but they ended up with some unappetising looking cold “mini-burgers” and a small portion of dry wedges.
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      “It is what it is really,” said Wales fan Ieuan.
      “We’d rather pay this than walk around struggling to find somewhere to have a drink.
      “We’re staying on a cruise ship where the drinks are about the same price, so it’s just nice to get off that today.”

      Fans queued up from 1.30pm to get inside the bar before the Wales game kicked off at 10pm.
      The tiny burgers are the latest piece of scran to cause a stir at the World Cup.
      Fans were left baffled by a £9 “Greek” salad being served in a fanzone – which looked like a bag of supermarket salad with one olive.
      And they were stunned by the breakfast allegedly being served at the near £200-a-night ten accommodation.
      It was a hodgepodge of items that was compared to a child’s packed lunch from a school trip.
      Qatar has already faced questions over organisation of the World Cup – with reports weeks before the start that the nation simply was not ready.
      Confusion over the sale of beer, infrastructure problems and reports of crowd trouble at the fanzone have already surfaced.

      The tiny country is expected to welcome more than one million fans during the tournament – when the country only has a population of 2.9million.
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      ‘He can shut all the IDIOTS up’ – Roy Keane backs Cristiano Ronaldo to perform at World Cup after Man Utd axing

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      ROY KEANE has backed Cristiano Ronaldo to prove his critics wrong by performing at the World Cup. Ronaldo is now a free agent after having his contract terminated by Manchester United in the aftermath of his explosive interview with Piers Morgan.
      Cristiano Ronaldo in action tonight for PortugalCredit: Getty
      Roy Keane said he wanted Ronaldo to do his talking on the pitchCredit: Getty
      But Utd legend Keane has backed the Portugal star to bounce back at what is likely his final World Cup – something which may have contributed to his flood of emotion prior to kick off with Ghana.
      While working as a pundit on ITV, Keane said: “I am looking forward to seeing him play. It will settle down now. He has done his talking with a couple of interviews.
      “He has to do his talking on the pitch. I hope he performs on the pitch and I believe he will. He can shut a few people up, all the idiots who have been criticising him.
      “I am lucky to have played with him and am glad to be watching him tonight.”
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      Ronaldo led the line for Portugal as they took on Ghana in their World Cup opener.
      The 37-year-old had the ball in the net in the first half but saw his strike ruled out after the referee deemed him to have fouled a Ghana defender to win the ball back – leaving him fuming.
      He has also been on the other end of striker fortunes, with his first touch letting him down for an early one-on-one chance before he squandered a good headed opportunity.
      But eventually he found his breakthrough from the penalty spot and became the first player to ever score at five World Cups.
      Portugal held on to record an opening-game 3-2 win against a gallant Ghana side.
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      The former Juventus and Real Madrid star got back on the scoresheet for the first time for Portugal since scoring a brace against Switzerland in June.
      Ronaldo has struggled with his form at club level this season, scoring just once in the Premier League before his United contract was terminated.
      His future is up in the air at the moment, but an official contract offer for him has been placed by 14th-tier side AFC Crewe for a club-record £35-a-week.
      During his tell-all interview, Ronaldo said he felt the club had betrayed him and that he did not respect manager Erik ten Hag.
      Ronaldo also fired a stinging shot at the Glazers as he said they did not care about the club.

      Whether it was a contributing factor or simply a coincidence remains to be seen, but the Glazers have since put the Old Trafford outfit up for sale.
      This has sparked debate over who might take over the mantle of the club, with Sir Jim Ratcliffe, David Beckham and even tech giants Apple among the names tossed into the hat for an ownership bid. More