Wrong Marcelo slammed, Oscar’s party

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IT was a case of mistaken identity all around this morning as far as Marcelo was concerned.

First the left back mistook which end of the field he was at when he struck the opening goal of the 2014 World Cup — into his own net.

Then angry fans vented their fury at the Real Madrid star on Twitter — only to find out that it was not the Marcelo they were looking for.

Yes, such charming tweets as "Nice own goal you **** ****" were directed at @Marcello — a London-based chap whose name carries an additional 'l' to his Brazilian 'namesake'.

Oops wrong goal ... Brazil's defender Marcelo puts the ball past his own goalkeeper, Julio Cesar. Source: AFP

After copping a torrent of abuse in the minutes following Marcelo's own goal, the poor bloke was moved to point out that he hadn't, in fact, gifted Croatia the lead in Sao Paulo.

"To all those hurling abuse at me for scoring an own goal, please re-direct your anger to @12MarceloV. Thank you," our man Marcello tweeted.

Marcello — not the Brazilian footballer — at least seemed to see the funny side, judging by his next few tweets.

Still, there's a limit to everyone's patience.

The Marcelo/Marcello slip-ups sparked memories of British cycling legend Sir Chris Hoy being bombarded by angry football fans … that were meant to be directed at English Premier League referee Chris Foy.

DICAPRIO TURNS UP FOR OSCAR'S NIGHT

It was Oscar's night in Sao Paulo — and Hollywood royalty in Brazil just proved it.

With movie megastar Leonardo DiCaprio freshly arrived in the country the hosts kicked off their quest for a seventh World Cup in winning fashion, thanks in no small part to midfield star Oscar who capped a superb game with the match-sealing third goal.

DiCaprio has reportedly hired billionaire Manchester City owner Sheikh Mansour's mega yacht so he and 21 mates can enjoy the World Cup in style.

The Wolf of Wall Street — or should that be Wolf of World Cup? — actor has famously never won an Oscar, so the puns were flying thick and fast on social media.

Then there were the wags who pointed out that while Oscar scored a goal, Brazil's striker Fred — for his dramatic dive that earned a penalty — should have won an Oscar.

Michael Clarke reckons the Socceroos can silence the critics. Source: Getty Images

AUSSIE CRICKET TEAM RALLIES BEHIND ROOS

If anyone knows how to lead an underdog Aussie team to the top, it's Darren Lehmann and Michael Clarke.

The coach-captain pair sparked an incredible Ashes turnaround last year to help Australia romp to a 5-0 series victory over England on home soil.

And they've given Ange Postecoglou, Mile Jedinak and co their backing ahead of the Socceroos' World Cup opener on Saturday morning, with Lehmann, Clarke and Steve Smith recording a video message on Twitter.

"I know there's been a little bit of criticism around your experience as a group but we're very confident you've got a lot of talent in that team. We're backing you all the way so best of luck," said Clarke, who also had a personal message for Australia's star striker Tim Cahill.

"Timmy, make sure you keep scoring goals buddy.''

The message clearly went down well in the Socceroos camp.

Brazilian fans certainly appeared up for the Cup as it all kicked off in Sao Paulo. Source: AFP

Brazilian fans sing their national anthem ahead of the World Cup opener against Croatia. Source: AFP

EVEN THE POPE IS UP FOR THE CUP

Football has long been described as a religion, and one of the World Cup's most infamous moments is Diego Maradona's "Hand of God" goal.

So it's probably no great surprise that Pope Francis — who hails from Argentina — has weighed in with a World Cup message.

"I wish everyone a wonderful World Cup, played in a spirit of true fraternity," the Pope tweeted.

PITCH FOR ENGLAND-ITALY MATCH COPS A SPRAY — LITERALLY

The venue for the much-anticipated clash between Italy and England has copped an almighty spray — on and off the pitch.

Arena Amazonia in Manaus has been labelled anything from "unsuitable" to in "bad shape" — the groundsman's own words — to "shocking". About the only thing it hasn't been called is good.

Ground staff are racing the clock to have it ready in time for the blockbuster Group D match on Sunday morning (AEST), and apparently they've been getting creative.

Workers spray the pitch at the Arena Amazonia. Source: Getty Images

Reports have emerged that the grass, which has appeared brown and patchy in photos taken this week, has been sprayed green to improve its look.

According to The Daily Mail, even the international players' union FIFPro has weighed in to condemn the state of the pitch.

"The players deserve a quality playing surface and conditions that reflect what is meant to be the world's premier football event. This is simply not the case in Manaus," a FIFPro statement read.

A view of the inside of the Arena Amazonia in Manaus, Brazil. Source: Getty Images

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