Description: A photographic journey exploring crowds at the World Cup 2014 in Brazil – a project by Jane Stockdale, Damian Platt and Enjoythis #watchingtheworldcup
Watching the World Cup A photographic journey exploring crowds at the World Cup 2014 in Brazil
Brazil is synonymous with football . Even so, no one knew what to expect. Massive street protests during last year's Confederations Cup revealed frustration with stadium spending and a deep-rooted desire for change in the country. This year, the authorities braced themselves for more. But when football fans from all over the world arrived, Brazilians threw away their troubles and set about hosting one of the happiest, most exciting World Cups ever.
Football is unpredictable, full of shocks and surprises. Yet no one could imagine what would happen. This was a tournament unlike any other, where the world witnessed the much-loved host country live out a sporting nightmare, and where three previous World Champions were eliminated in the first round.