Fifa president Sepp Blatter believes the governing body's reputation has been enhanced by the Confederations Cup, despite the demonstrations that have swept across Brazil. Speaking for the first time since the protests began, Blatter said he had sympathy with people who took to the streets in 100 cities across Brazil. A further protest is expected before Sunday's final between Brazil and Spain at the Maracana in Rio, while there are doubts about whether President Dilma Rousseff will attend the match. Analysis Gary Duffy BBC Brasil, Sao Paulo The objectives of this diverse protest movement are very broad, such as demanding better education...
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