This proud country 's heroes , the warriors of the people , have battled with all their hearts only to sit moments from humbling , embarrassing defeat . The so - called ' spiritual home of football ' is now host to the World Cup . The tournament has played a powerful role in shaping the Brazilian national identity . The national team mirror many of the key players in Brazilian football . On Sunday the fate of the country once again lands at the feet of its stars .
The so - called ' spiritual home of football ' is now host to the World Cup . The tournament has played a powerful role in shaping the Brazilian national identity . The national team mirror many of the key players in Brazilian football . On Sunday the fate of the country once again lands at the feet of its stars .