Jun
29

Blatter, FIFA To Consider Replays


In a way I see this as just a gesture from FIFA boss Sepp Blatter to make folks happier but in the other way I have a feeling nothing will actually come of it. Either way you spin it Blatter said today he would be open to considering replays for calls on the field. Blatter…[continue reading]

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Jun
14

Average Joes Tuning In


Every four years we expect a bump in random folks watching our lovely game. Each World Cup comes with more hype and excitement and as the tournament goes on some average sports fans tune in to see what all the fuss is about. But something was a little different this time around. The buzz of…[continue reading]

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Jun
10

2010 World Cup Preview: Group C


It comes down to one final group to preview. Of course I had to do the US’s group last, I couldn’t find it in myself to preview it right away when we started this last week anyways. This preview will be slightly different as I asked WVH writer Geoff Reid to pipe in his thoughts…[continue reading]

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May
11

England Names 30-Man Roster


Let’s get to know our June 12th opponent, England. England manager Fabio Capello on Tuesday named the following 30-man provisional World Cup squad. It will be reduced to 23 by June 1. What do you think about this roster? Goalkeepers: David James (Portsmouth), Robert Green (West Ham United), Joe Hart (Manchester City). Defenders: Ashley Cole…[continue reading]

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Dec
14

More Thoughts On World Cup Draw


As the dust has started to settle the last two weeks, the build up will get ever more intense between now and June when the world’s biggest sporting event kicks off in Soccer City, Johannesburg. While much analyzing of all the groups and match-ups will take place to the point where it may drive all…[continue reading]

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Dec
04

World Cup Draw Thoughts


The draw is over and now the time has begun for the endless talk and analysis of each group for the next six months. Yes the World Cup is miles away from today’s draw but we know now a lot of what could go on next summer in South Africa. Some groups are down right…[continue reading]

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