The Definitive World Cup Preview (in Haiku Form)

Forget 140 characters; 17 syllables is all you really need to make a point

The 2014 World Cup kicks off in Brazil on June 12, running until the World Cup final in Rio de Janeiro on July 13. Which groups are toughest? Which are easiest? Who are the top players to watch? Who might score some upsets, and who might get sent packing earlier than expected?

Below, you'll find links to comprehensive previews of all eight World Cup groups. From Brazil's easy path to the knockout stage, to France's quest for redemption — it's all there. As an added bonus, we've included mini previews in haiku form. Just because we love you. Read more...