The 2014 World Cup starts in Sao Paulo on June . Host nation Brazil beat Croatia in first game . When it won the World Cup in 1994 , the national team 's style of play was dubbed `` futebol dá força '' -- a tougher , more pragmatic approach . 16 teams from across the world competing at tournament . Final to be held in Rio de Janeiro on July 30th .
The 2014 World Cup starts in Sao Paulo on June . Host nation Brazil beat Croatia in first game . 16 teams from across the world competing at tournament . Final to be held in Rio de Janeiro on July 30th .