And begin they did, with the first goal of the 2014 World Cup being an own goal by Brazil's Marcelo, giving Croatia a 1-0 lead in the 11th minute. It was the first time in Cup history that Brazil had put the ball in its own net.
Not to worry. Neymar equalized just seven minutes later and Brazil took the lead for good with a PK in the 71st minute, called for what Sam Borden of the New York Times called "very light - very, very light contact" between Fred and a Croatia defender in the box. Oscar added insurance in stoppage time and the home side saved face.
FIFA's match report is here. Borden's report here.
Up tomorrow: Mexico faces Cameroon in Group A while all of Group B plays with Spain and the Netherlands going at it at 3:00 p.m. (EDT) followed by Chile and Australia at 6 p.m.
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