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WORLD Cup fever is sweeping the planet.
The World Cup, regarded as one of the biggest and most famous sporting events, will bring 32 of the best soccer nations together in Brazil to battle for a place in the prestigious final on July 13.
A select group of Bendigo Advertiser readers will have extra incentive to cheer on a team when pool matches start on Thursday Australian time.
Our 2014 World Cup sweep will see 32 lucky readers allocated a nation.
The reader aligned to the team that secures World Cup glory at the end of the tournament will win five nights at the Grande Florida beachside resort for two adults and $200 spending money to go towards airfares.
So, how do you enter? The draw is now closed. Did you get a team? Click here to find out
We will conduct the World Cup draw on our website at 1pm on Wednesday, revealing the lucky 32 readers who draw a team to support.
No doubt the big world soccer nations of Brazil, Spain, Netherlands, Argentina, Germany and Italy will be eagerly sought after by readers.
The Grande Florida beachside resort boasts four-star apartments featuring an ensuite bathroom, laundry and fully-equipped kitchen.
Many of the apartments have a view to the lush tropical gardens which then look through to one of two lagoon pools.
The resort is only a short stroll from the famous Gold Coast beach.
The family-orientated resort offers the opportunity for children to accompany the two adults at $40 each per night.
So, what are you waiting for. Register your details by clicking here. Don't forget to see if you are one of the 32 lucky readers to get a team from 1pm on Wednesday at www.bendigoadvertiser.com.au
World Cup guide
The Bendigo Advertiser will publish a four-page guide to the World Cup of soccer in Wednesday's printed edition. The guide will feature previews, a look at Australia and a World Cup draw so you can follow the progress of your favourite teams.