Trying to guess what country is going to win the world cup in South Africa is a hard bet. Football journalists, veteran football players and the like, all agree that luck will be one of the decisive factors, not just skill and fitness. It’s not uncommon that superpowers have experienced early exits or even outsiders progressing more than anyone could ever imagine.
Turkey managed to reach the semi-finals and finish 3d in the 2002 World Cup, which was something that not many people would expect. Or, speaking about Italy, how many people did really expect them to win the 2006 cup? Of course there are some undisputed favourites as this is always the case but not seeing them winning the trophy should not be a big surprise. Historically, Brazil are the biggest favourites just because they have participated in all competitions and have won the trophy more times (5) that any other team. Italy – as the current trophy holders and Germany follow, because of the amount of times they have managed to reach the final. The Germans have been very consistent as they have reached the final several times in the last 15 years whereas Italy won the last competition.
Given that weather experts are talking about one of the warmest summers ever that sounds like it’s going to be a summer to remember. Once again, friends and families will get together, preferably outdoors, to enjoy that great summer social event that takes place once every four years. So, all you need is a garden, someone to look after the bbq, a big TV screen, a pair of wireless speakers and some good company. It will be fun also for the kids as they can run outdoors, play with their rc helicopter or just watch the game.
It has been such a long anticipation since the previous world cup that it’s very understandable why so many millions of people are looking forward to the 2010 games. So let’s get ready then!
