It's finally here. Four years have passed, and you're all ready to watch the opening match of the most competitive tournament in sports history.
But is your Twitter feed ready -- perfectly curated to deliver you the best news and information about the World Cup? We're here to help ensure that you've got your social media ducks in a row.
In no particular order, we've compiled some of the best Twitter accounts to follow during the tournament. These accounts will help provide expert insight into the teams, players and fans that together compromise the entire World Cup experience.
The head coach of the US Men's National Team is one of the more accessible coaches of the World Cup.
Part of the West German team that won the World Cup in 1990 and manager of the German national team in 2006, Klinsmann, like many other coaches and players on the pitch, lives soccer. All the talk about how difficult the USMNT's group is this Cup -- the USA squad finds itself battling Germany among others for a round of 16 berth -- adds more tension to an already interesting storyline.
departing for Jacksonville, Florida today but thanking again our amazing fans at Red Bull Arena yesterday! pic.twitter.com/A92DKy04EJ— Jürgen Klinsmann (@J_Klinsmann) June 2, 2014
2. Socceroos
With a nickname like that, you can be sure that the Australian national squad's Twitter will be ripe for a good time throughout the Cup. In addition to following the team, following one of the Socceroos may be well worth your time: Ryan McGowan epitomizes the goofy, dedicated and spirited Australian squad.
Got the @Socceroos to Chile safe now for next flight to Brazil #GoSocceroos #Pilot pic.twitter.com/gDl7ZTEcjT— Ryan McGowan (@rmcgowan89) May 28, 2014
'We have a real family atmosphere, there are no individuals and that is what you need.' @Tim_Cahill #CHIAUS #GoSocceroos #WorldCup— #GoSocceroos (@Socceroos) June 11, 2014
The Australian national team is in group B, with Spain an in easy favorite to make it out. But a round of 16 berth will also be fiercely contested by the Netherlands and Chile. The Socceroos, unfortunately, landed in one of the toughest groups and are expected to face an early exit off the pitch, but you can still expect good things to come on Twitter.
Less threatening than it sounds, the American Outlaws are a community of die-hard USA and US Men's National Team (USMNT) fans with the ultimate goal of creating a unified, supportive front for the national squad.
The Outlaws -- which makes for a much better nickname for the USMNT than the current "Yanks" -- were founded in Lincoln, Nebraska, after a group of three friends started throwing local viewing parties.
Along with crazy-inspiring videos, the American Outlaws provide valuable insight about the USMNT and the fans back at home.
The boys have arrived in Brazil. It's getting real. #USMNT #WorldCup— The American Outlaws (@AmericanOutlaws) June 9, 2014
With Landon Donovan out of the picture, Dempsey takes the reins as one of the most venerated veteran players on the USA squad that will step out onto the pitch.
Ready to put on for the States again. http://t.co/0zBdL1QY87— Clint Dempsey (@clint_dempsey) April 1, 2014
The USMNT's has had a difficult road to the group stage, and Dempsey is the captain of a talented team trying to redeem itself. Not only does it have a tough opponent in Portugal, a personal battle against Germany, it also landed in the same group as Ghana -- the team that took the USMNT out of World Cup contention in 2010.
Just landed. Dope pic to remind us to see the world through the eyes of a kid. #liveyourdream http://t.co/jZLD1rmkWX— Clint Dempsey (@clint_dempsey) June 9, 2014
Whether or not the USMNT is able to pull it all off and defy the soccer gods, you'll be wanting to watch Dempsey's updates throughout the tournament.
Striker Mario Balotelli will undoubtedly be a huge contributor if Italy fulfills expectations and makes it out of Group B.
But there's more to being a god on the pitch and national hero; Balotelli's Twitter feed reminds us of two things that social media is good for: 1.) excessive emoji use and 2.) the way personal moments weave into the drama of the most celebrated tournament in the world.
She said yes.. The most important yes in my life. That was the place of my question! I Love you and… http://t.co/0GarxJm43y— Mario Balotelli (@FinallyMario) June 10, 2014
From "Super Mario," you can expect a more personal look at the actual people behind the hero's uniforms and boots.
6. Tim Howard
You have to give the goalies some love. With the likes of Spain's Iker Casillas, Tim Howard is regarded as one of the best goalies in the world.
It truly is the honor of a lifetime to represent my country. To be able to do it 100 times? It's a blessing. Thanks for the words of support— tim howard (@TimHowardGK) June 8, 2014
Howard has been a staple on the USMNT -- so much so that he earned his 100th cap, or 100th appearance in an international game for a national team, on June 7.
And judging from his Twitter, he's hungry for more, so expect only good things to come from this star on the USA squad.
6 days.....— tim howard (@TimHowardGK) June 11, 2014
7. Wayne Rooney
England is one of only eight country's to boast a World Cup title. Like years past, a lot of the team's success hinges on whether or not striker Wayne Rooney shows up. Rooney is just 12 goals away from becoming England's top scorer in international goals, but he has to actually making some -- which he did not do at all in the 2006 and 2010 World Cups.
Happy to play 65 minutes today and get on the score sheet. 1 step closer to Brazil. Exciting times— Wayne Rooney (@WayneRooney) June 4, 2014
You can be sure that if he does, not only will Twitter erupt with the many hashflags of English fans, but Rooney will celebrate with them. In a completely unrelated note, also expect the occasional television tweet, albeit a little late.
Loving house of cards— Wayne Rooney (@WayneRooney) June 10, 2014
Though American fans support their USA squad during the World Cup, there's no denying the sport is just not as big in the U.S. as it is around the globe. Though, with the return of huge names like Clint Dempsey to Major League Soccer from the English Premier League, soccer appears to be on the rise in the States.
It begins today: http://t.co/qnFan8BCEY pic.twitter.com/fW7Oz58bLK— Major League Soccer (@MLS) June 12, 2014
After the month-long Cup of the best soccer you'll ever see wraps up, you can expect withdrawals -- following the official Twitter of Major League Soccer will help.
9. Brazuca
How can you not follow the official ball of the 2014 World Cup? It even has a name. And it's funny. Case closed, people.
I’m @brazuca, match ball of the 2014 FIFA #WorldCup. Yes I’m a ball. Yes I’m tweeting. Join me on my journey! #ballin pic.twitter.com/KerKWgFdez— brazuca (@brazuca) December 3, 2013
Here it is talking to the American Outlaws too. The ball even has good taste in who to follow on Twitter.
@AmericanOutlaws The net is one of my favourite places to be. Bring it on.— brazuca (@brazuca) June 10, 2014
10. FIFA World Cup
Last but not least, you have to follow the official FIFA World Cup Twitter account, if only for some of the most beautifully dramatic photos to remind you of what everyone's truly fighting for -- the light at the end of the tunnel.
The #WorldCup Opening Match is tomorrow. Are you ready? http://t.co/MjmhKsKyTE pic.twitter.com/lFFrVZiypp— FIFAWorldCup (@FIFAWorldCup) June 11, 2014
BONUS: The Complete Guide To World Cup Team Nicknames
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