So...... FIFA World Cup 2010. WOW! Already we're well into the tournament. I must say that I'm so pleased to see SA hosting so well. The stadiums look amazing and the infrastructure is incredible. SA really does shine in the context of Africa. Last year Aug when visiting SA we experienced a little of what it has cost the nation in terms of disruption to get this country to be ready for the World Cup. I hope it was worth it, many hours stuck in traffic during road construction does take its toll! So thank you SA for making this such a success!
As for the soccer, I must say I've only really enjoyed the opening match and the Germany vs Australia game. While it has been great to see all the national teams and the skill and individual flair, it feels like the teams were all tiptoeing around, very cautiously. Aside from the odd glimpse of wonderful "happy football" the games really have been very lacking in excitement. Some are blaming the new ball and some are blaming the vuvuzelas, both of which are relevant issues, but how is it possible then to have a team like Germany play such an amazing game of football. I was amazed at their composure, discipline and absolute conviction that they were in charge. It was beautiful to watch and Australia are lucky to get away with only 4 goals against. The Germans just wouldn't let them into the game, it must have been very frustrating to chase passes all night.
I just wish there was a way to watch the games in the daytime....so much wonderful football lies ahead.
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