South Africa World Cup Prediction of Games – Saturday 26 June Afternoon Game – France V Nigeria
Two weeks in to the world cup we get to the first knock out games of the tournament. This is where tournament football is at its best. Extra time and penalties come into play if the teams are drawing and the excitement cannot be contained as both teams go for it from the start. No more bore draws. No more parking the bus in front of the goal.
Old Trafford – The Magnificent Home Of Manchester UnitedOld Trafford, The Theatre of Dreams, and the home of the most popular and successful football teams in the world – Manchester United. The Red Devils, managed by Sir Alex Ferguson have lived at Old Trafford since it was built in 1910, with the exception of an eight-year absence from 1941 to 1949, following the bombing of the stadium in the Second World War.
World Cup Golden Boot BettingA preview for Golden Boot betting at the 2010 World Cup. With so many great players participating, how do you choose who the World Cup top goalscorer will be?
The Structure of Welsh FootballThe nations most successful clubs play in the English professional and semi professional leagues, In the professional football league Cardiff city and Swansea City can be found in the Championship which is only one league below the English Premier League, both of these teams are in strong positions to challenge for promotion. Traditionally Wrexham from the North of Wales were also a league team but have fallen on hard times in recent years and are now plying their trade in the Blue Square Premier (BSP) League which is comprised by a mix of professional and semi-professional teams.
City Failed to Reach the 4thManchester City failed to rise to number four while the Premier League standings, on Sunday (25 / 4). The Citizens only played a goalless draw against a strong team, Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium. Seizing the fourth English Premier League this season is no less exciting with the seizure of the first position.
The North Korea National Soccer Team and the World CupNorth Korea, who is officially recognized by FIFA as Korea DPR, has made only 1 appearance in the FIFA World Cup so far in their history. In that appearance, in the 1966 tournament held in England, they surprised many people by beating Italy to gain a spot in the quarter finals. In fact, so extraordinary was that debut appearance that it seems hard to understand why the Korea DPR side has ever failed to qualify again until the 2010 World Cup (although they did officially qualify in 1976 but the team was withdrawn for political reasons).
South Africa World Cup Preview of Games – Friday 25 JuneTwo weeks in to the world cup sees the last set of final games being placed in Group G and H. Unfortunately once again there will be no midday kick off to watch at lunchtime.
South Africa World Cup Preview of Games – Thursday 24 JuneThursday sees the third set of final games being placed in Group E and F. There will be no midday kick off to watch at lunchtime.
John Terry Fact FileIf you’re a fan of Chelsea football club then you’ll know that John Terry is one of their key players. Read this article to find out interesting facts about the English footballer.
Chelsea Football Club FactsChelsea football club is an English football club that was formed in 1905. They currently play in the top division of English football being the premier league. They play all their home games at the magnificent Stamford bridge stadium which was officially opened in 1877 but wasn’t used for football until 1904.
Rio Ferdinand Fact FileRio Gavin Ferdinand was born 7 November 1978 and is an English footballer. He plays at centre back defense for Manchester United in the Premier League and in his international team England. He has achieved 70 caps for the English national team.
Drills For Soccer – Uncover the SecretsI don’t know a thing about you but I’ll bet that you are in the same boat as I when it comes to drills for soccer. As coaches, we often find ourselves in tight spots when it comes to designing and discovering soccer drills.