Every 4 years, the entire planet goes mad for the biggest event in sport – The World Cup. The tournament gets underway on June 12 and finishes just over a month later on July 13. You may not be in Brazil, but that doesn’t mean you should miss out on all the action. Here are a few resources that we here at ROSE ITSL have put together that will help you to keep on top of the game:
World Cup 2014 Schedule – Excel Format
Click this LINK to download a copy of the World Cup 2014 Schedule in Excel format. This schedule is fully interactive allowing the user to enter match results as they take place. In-built formulas and calculations will automatically update all the winners, group tables and positions. In addition, customize the time zone on the settings sheet to get accurate match start times in your country.
Top World Cup Apps
Here are our top apps to keep smartphone users entertained and in the know during the World Cup Season:
ESPN FC
ESPN’s flagship World Cup app (Android, iOS), features video highlights available to users moments after the action so you can check out goals and key plays. The app also includes match schedules, scores and in-depth reports on each of the national teams, as well as commentary and analysis.
FIFA Official World Cup App
Probably the most comprehensive and in-depth app for football fans. The FIFA app provides users with the latest news on the big leagues and teams, a World Match Centre with standings for 197 leagues worldwide, as well as national team rankings. As the 2014 World Cup approaches, the FIFA app also provides match times, destination guides and team profiles.
JALVASCO
This app has an easy to navigate interface that allows the user to track their team and their matches, major conferences and upcoming schedules.
World Cup Mobile Viewing
Stuck at the office or away from a TV? You can use a streaming website such as Wiziwig TV on an Android browser on your smartphone or tablet to watch live games. There’s already a Wiziwig page with all of the FIFA World Cup 2014 matches listed.
These are just a few of literally tons of resources available to enhance your World Cup 2014 experience as we brace for a thrilling and enjoyable tournament.