Donovan leads America to the promised landon
It was do or die today for USA and Algeria. When do you ever get to put “USA,” “Algeria,” and “do or die” in the same sentence? That's what we love about the World Cup. After the draw that was ripped from the jaws of victory by the evil Cou...
Community Blog: Closing in on the counterfeits
Police and customs officials confiscated counterfeit soccer merchanidise sold by traders in Grahamstown, Eastern Cape on Tuesday. Counterfeit Manchester United scarfs, beanies and England soccer team jerseys, among other gear, were confiscated.
Community Blog: Defining passion
“Saving up that much money was not easy, but we were not going to miss this World Cup. It is a first in Africa and a good reason to travel South Africa,” said Juan Manuel. They have not been in the country for long, but already they say they are re...
Community Blog: Tourists, where art thou?
I work in an arts and crafts shop, and I can tell first hand that the tourists are either hiding because of the weather in Cape Town or we're too expensive for them. Either way, they are not showing their faces.
Keeping out the pigeons
Feral pigeons, stray crows and roaming rodents have been trying to make a home for themselves at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium. But they have been kept at bay…by trained falcons.
Mexicans wave into Polokwane
The cultural experience was more fascinating to her as she was the only one called up by one of the Tswana traditional dancers to dance to one of their specials songs at Polokwane Meropa Casino and Entertainment Centre.
Kindness worth more than gold
The debate of inflated prices during the Soccer World Cup is an unending one. And in the end, what is on the price tag is entirely up to the service provider.
A rare bright moment for North Koreans
North Korea begin their World Cup matches on Tuesday against global superpower Brazil. They will probably be thrashed by the Samba Kings but they will also likely put on a hard-charging display that is low on theatrics and high on heart – as is their...
‘You call this noise? What is a million vuvuzelas?’
Nigerian fans found reasons to be cheerful despite defeat by Argentina in their first match at this World Cup.
Whatever the cost
Shrugging his shoulders and throwing his hands to the side he gave off a mouthful of moving revelation about his being there.
The new Landon Donovans
On Saturday afternoon, a great drama will unfold in Rustenberg, South Africa, one that no matter what happens will be talked about for years to come.
