Rio 2016 men’s football tournament

Men’s Olympic Football Gold Medal Match Preview: Brazil vs Germany

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On Saturday August 20th at 17:30 local time hosts Brazil take on Germany in Rio 2016’s gold medal match at Maracana in Rio de Janeiro.

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Germany’s Rising Stars of Rio 2016

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The Panenka looks at the key men among the latest hit parade of stars to emerge from the ranks of the reigning World Champions.

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Brazil Need Their ‘Ginga’ Back

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Brazil legend Pele says that the decline of Brazilian football over the last few years has been caused by a disconnect between Selecao and it’s identity.

The Panenka looks at the history of the not so secret ingredient of “ginga,” the Brazilian way of life steeped in tradition, heritage, identity and culture which gives Brazil their Samba reputation.

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