Overspending, human rights violations, lack of transparency, corruption. Criticism abounds when it comes to Brazil's handling of the 2014 FIFA World Cup. Much of it comes from locals.

In Rio de Janeiro, more than a few have experienced the problems personally, whether in the form of tear gas, pepper spray or evictions. And if they've lost their ability to support the mega-event as a result - or even their own Brazilian football team - they'll never stop being a football country.

The 'Copa Popular,' an alternative to the World Cup, is their protest, played out in the shadows of the main event.