Hours after declaring himself saddened by the need for protests against Brazil's social conditions, Neymar brought joy to his compatriots with the opening goal in a 2-0 win over Mexico.
Golden Boy —
Hours after declaring himself saddened by the need for protests against Brazil's social conditions, Neymar brought joy to his compatriots with the opening goal in a 2-0 win over Mexico.
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A family of four negotiate their way to the game as riot police prevent protesters from gaining access to Fortaleza's Castelao Stadium.
No Ordinary Game —
A family of four negotiate their way to the game as riot police prevent protesters from gaining access to Fortaleza's Castelao Stadium.
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Protesters confront riot police officers on the distant outskirts of the Castelao Stadium, which has been newly built for next year's World Cup at a cost of $240 million.
Stalemate —
Protesters confront riot police officers on the distant outskirts of the Castelao Stadium, which has been newly built for next year's World Cup at a cost of $240 million.
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A police officer holds his weapon as protesters continue their demonstration ahead of Brazil's Group A match with Mexico in the ongoing Confederations Cup.
Lone Marksman —
A police officer holds his weapon as protesters continue their demonstration ahead of Brazil's Group A match with Mexico in the ongoing Confederations Cup.
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Fans hold up banners - which state that they are protesting against corruption, rather than the national team - ahead of Brazil's 2-0 win over Mexico.
Power Play —
Fans hold up banners - which state that they are protesting against corruption, rather than the national team - ahead of Brazil's 2-0 win over Mexico.
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