Where are Brazil's indigenous? - they're not in the stands

Matis children. Photo: Urban Times

The plight of Brazil's indigenous peoples are among the concerns of those protesting against the abuses brought on by the World Cup being held in Brazil.

During the ceremonies at the opening game, a young indigenous Guarani boy unfurled a banner reading 'Demarcação' ('Demarcation Now!') -  used by Indigenous groups attempting to retain their land.

Read this Urban Times profile on six tribes struggling for survival in Brazil. Among them are the Matis, half of whom died from newly introduced diseases following their first contact with outside peoples; and the sole survivor of one tribe, whose companions were wiped out by invaders and cattle ranchers.