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Mundial 2014
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Brazil: Curitiba avoids the axe, not dropped from 2014 host list
Arena da Baixada is still the most delayed stadium of 2014 World Cup, but will not be dropped from the host list, against suggestions from some FIFA representatives.
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Brazil: Fire compromised stability of Arena Pantanal?
Revealed by Reuters last weekend, a report by state authorities suggests that fire from October 2013 could “compromise the overall stability of the construction” in Cuiaba.
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Porto Alegre: Beira-Rio open again
The first test game of redeveloped “Gigante” in Porto Alegre went smoothly. Especially on the pitch, where Internacional dominated Caxias 4:0. Only 10,000 people were allowed in, but more seats should be available soon.
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Nomination: Maracanã
There was no game bigger than the one in Rio de Janeiro, at least officially. There was no other stadium able to hold almost 200,000 people while under construction! And finally, there was no other stadium of the 2014 World Cup that raised so many doubts…
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New stadium: Arena da Amazonia
It was supposed to resemble a traditional fruit basket of the Amazon. Citizens were expected to verify this symbolism today, but opening plans had to be changed.
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Nomination: Itaipava Arena Pernambuco
Recife’s most famous stadiums had been located in the centre. Until mid-2013, when the city’s best stadium opened far in the woods. It’s expected to become a new hub for sports and shopping within the next few years.
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Nomination: Itaipava Arena Fonte Nova
Glorious history behind, bright future ahead – this can be said about the new Fonte Nova. Of course there are murky episodes too, but no fascinating story would be full without those.
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Porto Alegre: Beira-Rio three days before reopening
The World Cup host venue in Porto Alegre will see its first test event on Saturday, first time ever with completely covered stands. How does this amazing project look three days before reopening?
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Nomination: Estádio Nacional de Brasília
A city as exceptional as Brasilia couldn't have an ordinary stadium. And doesn't, because the one opened in 2013 is one of the most unique structures in the world of sports.
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Brazil: More workers needed in Curitiba
This week saw two major visits of officials from the government and FIFA to evaluate work progress at Arena da Baixada. The only stadium threatened with losing its spot in the 2014 World Cup needs more funds to increase the pace.
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Nomination: Castelão
Known for the thundering support of local fans, the grand stadium in Fortaleza went through almost entire reconstruction over the past three years. Now it's world class in many aspects, but seems to have lost some of its electric atmosphere...
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Sao Paulo: Accident site cleared
After two months the tragic accident site at Arena Corinthians was cleared yesterday. Now work is to resume in this part of the construction, expected to end in April.
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New stadium: Arena das Dunas
Yesterday saw the very first game at Arena das Dunas. There's still work to be done ahead of the 2014 World Cup, but launching into operation went very well. Apart from attendance, because the stadium was half empty.
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Brazil: Hasty opening in Natal with protesters in the background
Late Wednesday afternoon saw officials celebrating the opening of Arena das Dunas in Natal, seventh stadium ready for the 2014 World Cup. Except that it's not ready just yet and politicans also had to bear hundreds of protesters outside, kept there by military police.
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Brazil: Sao Paulo will be ready in time
Removal of the collapsed part of the roof began, while additional, temporary stands are under construction. Overall the stadium is said to be 97% ready. FIFA assured the opening game will be held at Arena Corinthians.
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Brazil: Curitiba losing World Cup games? FIFA demands guarantees
Though it's Sao Paulo that saw crane falling onto the stands, Curitiba's redeveloped Arena da Baixada is now the most delayed stadium of the 2014 World Cup. Today FIFA questioned the construction pace and threatened to drop the city, unless delivery is guaranteed by February 18.
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Porto Alegre: ‘Palm-leaf’ membrane installed atop Beira-Rio
This unique roof isn’t completely ready yet, but Estadio Beira-Rio already has all 65 membrane segments mounted over the stands. Each of them resembles a palm leaf.
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Natal: Arena das Dunas set alight for the first time
2013 ended in an unexpected way for many citizens of Brazilian Natal. 2 hours before midnight on New Year’s Eve all lights at Arena das Dunas were lit in the very first test ahead of upcoming opening.
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Brasilia: Spectators wet as Estadio Nacional’s roof leaks
Last week’s women’s game had only the lower tier of seating opened. That lower tier was left wet after rain poured on the stadium. Leaks in the cover are now to be removed by general contractors.
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Brazil: Work halted in Manaus after tragic fall
After Saturday’s deadly fall from the stadium’s roof, labour court decided to ban all work in heights until general contractor guarantees that all workers follow safety instructions. It’s not clear whether this will impact delays in delivering the arena.