Difference between revisions of "Brazillico"
| Line 13: | Line 13: | ||
During a brief period in time, c. WC4-WC6, '''Brazillico''' were the kings of NationStates football, plowing over almost all nations which stood in their path towards supremacy. They were on top of the world though it wasn't always that way. Brazillico had a rather modest introduction to the World Cup, as they made their inaugural participation in the event during its second installment in [[Alasdair I Frosticus]]. After getting blown out of the water 3-0 by last cup's bridesmaid Europa Britannica and 6-3 by no-names 6PupperFunnerRunnies, Brazillico's first manager and frontman for Colombian coffee, Juan Valdez was rumored to be getting the boot. Valdez's men salvaged a 1-1 draw against Moyk during their final match of qualification, which was the first capped match for McMario, Brazillico's greatest goalkeeper ever. However, the draw did little for Valdez as he lost his job and was replaced for the more seasoned, Emilio Curtiba. | During a brief period in time, c. WC4-WC6, '''Brazillico''' were the kings of NationStates football, plowing over almost all nations which stood in their path towards supremacy. They were on top of the world though it wasn't always that way. Brazillico had a rather modest introduction to the World Cup, as they made their inaugural participation in the event during its second installment in [[Alasdair I Frosticus]]. After getting blown out of the water 3-0 by last cup's bridesmaid Europa Britannica and 6-3 by no-names 6PupperFunnerRunnies, Brazillico's first manager and frontman for Colombian coffee, Juan Valdez was rumored to be getting the boot. Valdez's men salvaged a 1-1 draw against Moyk during their final match of qualification, which was the first capped match for McMario, Brazillico's greatest goalkeeper ever. However, the draw did little for Valdez as he lost his job and was replaced for the more seasoned, Emilio Curtiba. | ||
| − | With the growing popularity of football within the NS World, the introduction of a qualification place was implemented for World Cup 3, making Brazillico's path to the finals | + | With the growing popularity of football within the NS World, the introduction of a qualification place was implemented for World Cup 3, making Brazillico's path to the finals considerably more difficult than four years prior. But this team was much more seasoned and made it through qualifying with a 3-1-2 record, paving their way into the World Cup. The third instillation of the World Cup was a precursor for the success Brazillico was about to enjoy and showed the world that they could compete with the big boys. After drawing their first two matches of qualification against heavily favored Quohog and KLM, Brazillico were in need of a victory in their final match of qualification against the unknown Lemmitanians. In a matchup that would be repeated eight years from then in the World Cup 5 finals, the Brazillicans dominated Lemmitania en route to a 4-0 victory. This victory was a coming out party for 20 year old midfielder Esteban de Jesus, who scored two goals and set up another with a perfect ball from just over the halfway line. The Brazillican's glory was short lived though, as they ran into the eventual champions Giant Zucchini in the round of 16, losing 2-0. The framework of the dominating defense that would stymie teams for the next decade was evident as McMario and defenders Batista and Pareira and the defensive midfielder Marcos all had breakout tournaments. |
Brazillico had always been known as an astute football nation, with extremely devoted and sometimes violent fans. The Brazillicans got a chance to host the fourth edition of the World Cup, coming with it a huge flux of cash to the economy, eight new stadiums in all four corners of Brazillico and an automatic birth into the final thirty-two of the cup. The fourth World Cup is remembered as a changing of the guard, as much of the old guard of the sport decided to bypass the event to pursue other interests (i.e. international politics, world dominations, big game hunting). Brazillico was ranked 12th in the world at the time of the fourth World Cup, but with the aforementioned absence of many of the top nations, they were the fifth highest ranked nation in the tournament. Expectations were high and the tournament got off with a bang as Brazillico drew powerhouses Ariddia 2-2 in a spectacular match. But hope for the Brazillican tailed off as they went on to draw Caras Sidh. Brazillico miraculously qualified with three points, becoming the first nation ever to make the second round without winning a match. Optimism was low. but emotions ran high as they went on to face neighbour Tanah Burung, ranked fifth in the world and second in the tournament. In astoundingly only the Brazillicans' second victory in three World Cups, the Chili Bats upset Tanah Burung 1-0. Historians view this victory as a turning point from when Brazillico became the passive contender to the defensive powerhouse that saw them win back to back championships. They continued their strong form, sneaking out a victory over Lemmitania which required a record-setting 20 penalties, before being ousted by 43rd ranked and eventual champions Dennisov. Brazillico came back in force winning the third-place match 2-1 over the Steel Shadows Lancers, cement their place as one of the world's elite teams and finishing off a successful World Cup in style. | Brazillico had always been known as an astute football nation, with extremely devoted and sometimes violent fans. The Brazillicans got a chance to host the fourth edition of the World Cup, coming with it a huge flux of cash to the economy, eight new stadiums in all four corners of Brazillico and an automatic birth into the final thirty-two of the cup. The fourth World Cup is remembered as a changing of the guard, as much of the old guard of the sport decided to bypass the event to pursue other interests (i.e. international politics, world dominations, big game hunting). Brazillico was ranked 12th in the world at the time of the fourth World Cup, but with the aforementioned absence of many of the top nations, they were the fifth highest ranked nation in the tournament. Expectations were high and the tournament got off with a bang as Brazillico drew powerhouses Ariddia 2-2 in a spectacular match. But hope for the Brazillican tailed off as they went on to draw Caras Sidh. Brazillico miraculously qualified with three points, becoming the first nation ever to make the second round without winning a match. Optimism was low. but emotions ran high as they went on to face neighbour Tanah Burung, ranked fifth in the world and second in the tournament. In astoundingly only the Brazillicans' second victory in three World Cups, the Chili Bats upset Tanah Burung 1-0. Historians view this victory as a turning point from when Brazillico became the passive contender to the defensive powerhouse that saw them win back to back championships. They continued their strong form, sneaking out a victory over Lemmitania which required a record-setting 20 penalties, before being ousted by 43rd ranked and eventual champions Dennisov. Brazillico came back in force winning the third-place match 2-1 over the Steel Shadows Lancers, cement their place as one of the world's elite teams and finishing off a successful World Cup in style. | ||
Revision as of 11:59, 27 August 2005
| |
| Flag of Brazillico | |
| Motto: "Not For All The Charcoal In Kingsford" | |
| [Map URL], or No Map Available Yet | |
| Region | Lazarus |
|---|---|
| Capital | |
| Official Language(s) | |
| Government | |
| Population | 3.5 - 4 billion |
| Currency | Corona |
| NS Sunset XML | |
During a brief period in time, c. WC4-WC6, Brazillico were the kings of NationStates football, plowing over almost all nations which stood in their path towards supremacy. They were on top of the world though it wasn't always that way. Brazillico had a rather modest introduction to the World Cup, as they made their inaugural participation in the event during its second installment in Alasdair I Frosticus. After getting blown out of the water 3-0 by last cup's bridesmaid Europa Britannica and 6-3 by no-names 6PupperFunnerRunnies, Brazillico's first manager and frontman for Colombian coffee, Juan Valdez was rumored to be getting the boot. Valdez's men salvaged a 1-1 draw against Moyk during their final match of qualification, which was the first capped match for McMario, Brazillico's greatest goalkeeper ever. However, the draw did little for Valdez as he lost his job and was replaced for the more seasoned, Emilio Curtiba.
With the growing popularity of football within the NS World, the introduction of a qualification place was implemented for World Cup 3, making Brazillico's path to the finals considerably more difficult than four years prior. But this team was much more seasoned and made it through qualifying with a 3-1-2 record, paving their way into the World Cup. The third instillation of the World Cup was a precursor for the success Brazillico was about to enjoy and showed the world that they could compete with the big boys. After drawing their first two matches of qualification against heavily favored Quohog and KLM, Brazillico were in need of a victory in their final match of qualification against the unknown Lemmitanians. In a matchup that would be repeated eight years from then in the World Cup 5 finals, the Brazillicans dominated Lemmitania en route to a 4-0 victory. This victory was a coming out party for 20 year old midfielder Esteban de Jesus, who scored two goals and set up another with a perfect ball from just over the halfway line. The Brazillican's glory was short lived though, as they ran into the eventual champions Giant Zucchini in the round of 16, losing 2-0. The framework of the dominating defense that would stymie teams for the next decade was evident as McMario and defenders Batista and Pareira and the defensive midfielder Marcos all had breakout tournaments.
Brazillico had always been known as an astute football nation, with extremely devoted and sometimes violent fans. The Brazillicans got a chance to host the fourth edition of the World Cup, coming with it a huge flux of cash to the economy, eight new stadiums in all four corners of Brazillico and an automatic birth into the final thirty-two of the cup. The fourth World Cup is remembered as a changing of the guard, as much of the old guard of the sport decided to bypass the event to pursue other interests (i.e. international politics, world dominations, big game hunting). Brazillico was ranked 12th in the world at the time of the fourth World Cup, but with the aforementioned absence of many of the top nations, they were the fifth highest ranked nation in the tournament. Expectations were high and the tournament got off with a bang as Brazillico drew powerhouses Ariddia 2-2 in a spectacular match. But hope for the Brazillican tailed off as they went on to draw Caras Sidh. Brazillico miraculously qualified with three points, becoming the first nation ever to make the second round without winning a match. Optimism was low. but emotions ran high as they went on to face neighbour Tanah Burung, ranked fifth in the world and second in the tournament. In astoundingly only the Brazillicans' second victory in three World Cups, the Chili Bats upset Tanah Burung 1-0. Historians view this victory as a turning point from when Brazillico became the passive contender to the defensive powerhouse that saw them win back to back championships. They continued their strong form, sneaking out a victory over Lemmitania which required a record-setting 20 penalties, before being ousted by 43rd ranked and eventual champions Dennisov. Brazillico came back in force winning the third-place match 2-1 over the Steel Shadows Lancers, cement their place as one of the world's elite teams and finishing off a successful World Cup in style.
