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Anger at Superclásico Australian contract backflip

Anger at Superclásico Australian contract backflip

The cancellation of a rescheduled World Cup qualifying match between Brazil and Argentina that was to be played in Melbourne raises questions about any legal remedy available for the back-flip. The decision, blamed on Argentina's football federation, also raises questions about why the match was committed to amidst hesitation from the Argentinian team to travel.

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