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Brazil's sports minister believes FIFA will be ''surprised with the preparations'' for the 2014 World Cup and says those criticizing them are ignoring ''the reality of the country.''
Orlando Silva conceded Wednesday there are no plans yet to build a stadium in Sao Paulo to stage the opening ceremony, but says he has been reassured by local officials that a proposal is due within days.
FIFA has previously criticized Brazil's readiness, saying the country is behind schedule in several areas, including stadium renovation and infrastructure.
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