Nations 1

In the history of world football, one team stands as the benchmark; sets the standard by which all over teams strive to meet. This team is Brazil. As far as World Cup football is concerned, there has been no other team as successful or as blessed with natural talent as the South American powerhouse. Japan is another team vying for success at this year_s World Cup. Making their WC debut in 1998, they have played in all subsequent tournaments, not advancing to the finals, but surprising many with their skill for a country not known for its football prowess. Also featured: Mexican Nationals, Cameroon Nationals; and England.