World Cup blog
McDonald’s and Budweiser: FIFA leaves a rotten legacy
Now that the World Cup 2010 circus has well and truly left South Africa, what financial effect did the tournament have on the host nation?
South Africa 2010: the winners and losers
From the vuvuzela to the Jabulani, the World Cup has absorbed the planet for the last month. But who are the winners and losers?
Plucky Spain have the world at their feet
Spain and the Netherlands will battle for the biggest prize in football. Bradley King previews the match and predicts a winner.
FA should look to German and Dutch success
This World Cup has seen teams trade their traditional play in exchange for success. Could England learn from such sacrifices?
Who is to blame for England’s exit?
England’s embarassing defeat to Germany in the World Cup left fans wanting someone to blame. We look at what can be improved upon in the future.
‘Ferdinand: Lampard goal was turning point’
Injured defender Ferdinand believes Lampard’s disallowed goal in England’s 4-1 defeat to Germany changed the game’s course.
‘Psychic octopus predicts Germany victory over England’
A so-called ‘psychic’ octopus called Paul has predicted that Germany will beat England in the World Cup on the match on Sunday.
Attention to detail: why David James can beat the Germans
David James values the importance of preparation in sport. Could this be key if England are left to face a penalty shootout against Germany?
England and Germany: the next chapter of the rivalry
When England and Germany meet on the pitch sparks always fly. Tom Farmery discovers where the rivalry began and asks will it end at Bloemfontein?
Kahn: ‘penalties are psychological battle’
Legendary German keeper Oliver Kahn has issued spot-kick saving advice to England and Germany goalkeepers in the event of Sunday’s match going to a penalty shoot-out.
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