http://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010Hello guys we gonna take you live to South Africa for the FIFA 2010 World Cup and we shall be bringing you live soccer commentary daily.enBlogTalkRadio.com. All Rights Reserved.Sat, 15 Jun 2019 05:00:00 GMTWed, 07 Jul 2010 18:30:00 GMTSportsBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/9139dc68-52b1-4855-9309-e6724bdb1bca_wc.jpghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010Hello guys we gonna take you live to South Africa for the FIFA 2010 World Cup and we shall be bringing you live soccer commentary daily.feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.comsports,calls,commentary,news,predictionsfifa cup2010noHello guys we gonna take you live to South Africa for the FIFA 2010 World Cup and we shall be bringing you live soccer commentary daily.episodichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/07/07/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandSportshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/07/07/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-england/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/07/07/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandWed, 07 Jul 2010 18:30:00 GMT2010 FIFA WORLD CUP SEMI FINALS GERMANY VS SPAIN LIVE COMMENTARYThere will be at least one European representative in the Final of the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa™, after Germany and Spain go head-to-head in the second semi-final on Wednesday evening. The match gives the Germans the opportunity to avenge their defeat to a Fernando Torres goal in the final of UEFA EURO 2008. No less than 19 survivors from that game – eight Germans and 11 Spaniards – will be on show in Durban, yet much has changed since that night in Vienna. La Roja have struggled at times to produce the same majestic football that swept them to the European title, while Joachim Low’s revamped unit are unquestionably the form side of the competition. Die Nationalmannschaft have been winning new fans with their adventurous approach and earning praise from even the most seasoned of observers, Franz Beckenbauer among them. “Germany have never played like this before,” said an admiring Kaiser after his compatriots had seen off Argentina in the last eight. While no side has scored more goals in the tournament than Germany’s 13, the statistics show that Spain have done more attacking than anyone. If those two pieces of information are anything to go by, this should be quite a match. The Germans have been nothing short of spectacular in South Africa. After putting four past Australia in the group phase, they clicked into top gear in the Round of 16, overwhelming England 4-1 with their rapid counter-attacking style and then put another four past Argentina in the quarters. Though Spain have reached a semi-final for the first time ever, they have been unable to match the exacting standards they have set for themselves in recent times, reproducing their eye-catching possession football only sporadically. Victors by a single goal in their last three games, the European champions can justifiably point to some massed defences as the reason for their reduced creativity, but there will be no excuses for a lack of spark come kick-off time on Wednesday.02:00:00fifa cup2010noSports,News,Commentary,Calls,PredictionsThere will be at least one European representative in the Final of the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa™, after Germany and Spain go head-to-head in the secondhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/07/06/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandSportshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/07/06/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-england/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/07/06/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandTue, 06 Jul 2010 18:30:00 GMT2010 FIFA WORLD CUP SEMI FINALS NETHERLANDS VS URUGUAY LIVE COMMENTARYThe prospect of a Uruguay versus Netherlands semi-final was scarcely mentioned in the long build-up to the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa™, yet these are the teams who meet in the last four on Tuesday evening in Cape Town. Both are there on merit too, as they have performed consistently well from the first day, defended resolutely, and taken their chances efficiently at the other end. The winners go forward to the Final, while the consolation prize for the losers is the third-place play-off. After the drama and tension of their penalty shoot-out victory over Ghana in the quarter-finals, Uruguay are in the last four at the FIFA World Cup for the first time in 40 years. La Celeste fell 3-1 to eventual winners Brazil at Mexico 1970, and went on to finish fourth. The Netherlands, who staged a remarkable second-half comeback to defeat five-time winners Brazil in the last eight, previously fought through to the semis in 1974, 1978 and 1998. The teams’ solitary previous meeting at the FIFA World Cup came in the 1974 tournament. Johnny Rep fired a brace as the celebrated Dutch ensemble spearheaded by the great Johan Cruyff won the group stage encounter 2-0. The Uruguay squad that day included defender Pablo Forlan, father of current La Celeste marksman Diego Forlan. 02:00:00fifa cup2010noSports,News,Commentary,Calls,PredictionsThe prospect of a Uruguay versus Netherlands semi-final was scarcely mentioned in the long build-up to the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa™, yet these are thehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/07/03/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandSportshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/07/03/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-england/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/07/03/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandSat, 03 Jul 2010 14:00:00 GMT2010 FIFA WORLD CUP ARGENTINA VS GERMANY LIVE COMMENTARYQuarter-final opponents back in 2006, Argentina and Germany are ready to cross swords again in Cape Town on Saturday. Up for grabs is a place in the semi-finals of the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa™. With five world titles between them, La Albiceleste and Die Nationalmannschaft are two of the world’s most successful national outfits. Expectation is high ahead of their latest duel, especially with both sides in such vibrant form and memories of Germany's tense penalty shoot-out triumph four years ago still fresh. Argentina have been in flawless form to date, winning all three of their group games before disposing of Mexico in the Round of 16. Much-questioned before the tournament, coach Diego Maradona seems to have identified his best line-up, one that naturally includes Lionel Messi, a mere bit-part player at Germany 2006. The Argentinians can also take heart from their 1-0 defeat of the Germans in a March friendly in Munich, the only goal of the game coming from Gonzalo Higuain, who has been in scintillating form in South Africa. In the last eight for an amazing 15th time in a row, Germany won Group D despite a surprise reverse against Serbia. Impressive against both Australia and Ghana, Joachim Low’s side turned on the power against England in the last round, swamping them 4-1 in a superb display of attacking football. These two giants of the world game have met five times before in the competition’s history. The Germans hold sway with three victories to Argentina’s solitary win in the Mexico 1986 Final. The other game, a group match at England 1966, ended in a goalless draw. 02:00:00fifa cup2010noSports,News,Commentary,Calls,PredictionsQuarter-final opponents back in 2006, Argentina and Germany are ready to cross swords again in Cape Town on Saturday. Up for grabs is a place in the semi-finalshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/07/02/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandSportshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/07/02/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-england/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/07/02/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandFri, 02 Jul 2010 18:30:00 GMT2010 FIFA WORLD CUP GHANA VS URUGUAY LIVE COMMENTARYAlthough Uruguay have a rich FIFA World Cup™ history, they have not advanced as far as the quarter-finals since their run to the last four in 1970. Ghana, their opponents on Friday night, have never gone this far in the tournament before, having reached the second round four years ago on their FIFA World Cup debut. In both 2006 and in South Africa, the Black Stars were Africa's only representatives in the knock-out rounds, and they can also become the first ever side from the continent to advance to a semi-final with a win. Standing in the way of Africa's hopes is an in-form La Celeste led by one of the most dynamic front-lines at the tournament. For a team that struggled to qualify for the finals, Uruguay emerged as one of the dark horses of the opening stage after finishing top of Group A. After opening the event with a scoreless draw with France, they have secured three consecutive wins, largely thanks to the form of strikers Diego Forlan and Luis Suarez. Forlan scored a brace in the 3-0 dismantling of the hosts, while Suarez scored the trio of Uruguay's goals in the 1-0 win over Mexico and 2-1 victory over Korea Republic. Edinson Cavani is the most unheralded of the attacking triumvirate, but the Palermo forward can also be lethal if unchecked. However, Ghana coach Milovan Rajevac has earned a reputation for his tactical acumen, and the Serb has built one of Africa's finest defences.02:00:00fifa cup2010noSports,News,Commentary,Calls,PredictionsAlthough Uruguay have a rich FIFA World Cup™ history, they have not advanced as far as the quarter-finals since their run to the last four in 1970. Ghana, theirhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/29/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandSportshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/29/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-england/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/29/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandTue, 29 Jun 2010 18:30:00 GMT2010 FIFA WORLD CUP SPAIN VS PORTUGAL LIVE COMMENTARYSet to take centre stage in Cape Town on 29 June is a glittering Round of 16 clash between two neighbours and contenders for the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ crown: Spain and Portugal. Standing second and third respectively in the FIFA/Coca-Cola World Ranking, the eagerly anticipated encounter between the Iberian duo at the Green Point Stadium is the sides’ first meeting at world football’s top table. Expectations are extremely high ahead of the last-16 meeting between two teams considered among the pre-tournament contenders for the coveted Trophy. And with La Roja and A Selecção das Quinas both having had to come through a gruelling group phase, one of the fancied pair will be heading home much earlier than expected. European champions Spain arrived at South Africa 2010 as firm favourites for the world title along with Brazil, though Vicente del Bosque’s team were given a harsh wake-up call in an opening 1-0 defeat against Switzerland. Showing their mettle, La Selección gritted their teeth and won their next two Group H games against Honduras and Chile to qualify in top spot in their section and avoid a last-16 meeting with Dunga’s charges. Portugal, for their part, safely negotiated a fiercely competitive Group G also containing Côte d’Ivoire, Korea DPR and Brazil. Carlos Queiroz’s solid side played out a goalless opening draw with Didier Drogba and Co before cutting loose in a 7-0 success over the North Koreans. Following that goalfest, another scoreless draw in their final game against the five-time world champions was enough to secure second spot and a place in the knockout stages. Both coaches have near-to-full-strength squads from which to choose, though former Real Madrid boss Del Bosque will be without key midfielder Xabi Alonso and defender Raul Albiol. Opposite number Queiroz, who also once held the reins at Los Merengues, welcomes back midfield schemer Deco though cannot call upon the versatile Ruben Amorim.02:00:00fifa cup2010noSports,News,Commentary,Calls,PredictionsSet to take centre stage in Cape Town on 29 June is a glittering Round of 16 clash between two neighbours and contenders for the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ crown: Spahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/28/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandSportshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/28/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-england/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/28/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandMon, 28 Jun 2010 18:30:00 GMT2010 FIFA WORLD CUP BRAZIL VS CHILE LIVE COMMENTARYBrazil will be vying to beat Chile for the third time in three FIFA World Cup™ meetings, with the prize on offer a place in the quarter-finals. Whoever they are facing, the five-time champions come under pressure to win every match with unrivalled swagger. That is the price they pay for starting each tournament as favourites, the burden of their success down the years, yet they can expect stiff opposition from South American rivals who have been in fine form since Marcelo Bielsa took over at the helm. Add in the carrot of a coveted berth in the last eight and all the ingredients are present for an open yet fiery encounter, not least since Chile lost 4-2 and 3-0 to Dunga’s charges in qualifying and will be desperate to turn the tables. A Seleção found life difficult against group-stage opponents Korea DPR and Portugal, struggling to find a way through a sturdy defensive barrier on both occasions. Despite dominating possession, Brazil had trouble picking out their forwards in dangerous positions and endured plenty of frustration. That is not a problem they are likely to find repeated against Chile, however, as Bielsa’s flamboyant side are unlikely to settle for cautious counter-attacking football. 02:00:00fifa cup2010noSports,News,Commentary,Calls,PredictionsBrazil will be vying to beat Chile for the third time in three FIFA World Cup™ meetings, with the prize on offer a place in the quarter-finals. Whoever they arehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/27/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandSportshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/27/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-england/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/27/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandSun, 27 Jun 2010 14:00:00 GMT2010 FIFA WORLD CUP ENGLAND VS GERMANY LIVE COMMENTARYOf all the great FIFA World Cup™ fixtures, Germany v England is one of the games guaranteed to captivate the entire footballing world. Laden with a rich and tumultuous history, the match has featured some of the true legends of the game. Franz Beckenbauer and Bobby Moore were the towering personalities in England's sole FIFA World Cup™ triumph to date, at Wembley in the 1966 Final. Gerd Muller fired the extra-time winner when West Germany came back from 2-0 down to win 3-2 in the quarter-finals four years later in Mexico. The Germans prevailed on penalties in the Italy 1990 semi-finals, before going on to claim their third world crown. This time round, Free State Stadium in Bloemfontein provides the setting for the latest instalment in an enduring rivalry, which many on both sides would doubtless have preferred to see played later in the competition. Germany's young team won Group D after a rollercoaster ride through the section. The critics were purring after a scintillating 4-0 victory over Australia, but a 1-0 defeat by Serbia brought the team back to earth with a bump. As it turned out, a deserved 1-0 victory over Ghana ultimately saw Die Nationalmannschaft through. As for England, the squad arrived in South Africa bristling with stars at the zenith of their careers, all of them determined to make up for past disappointments on the international stage. However, seemingly cramped by the weight of expectation, Fabio Capello's men scrambled to second spot in Group C with a crucial 1-0 win against Slovenia in their final match, following a 1-1 draw with USA and a frustrating stalemate against Algeria. 02:00:00fifa cup2010noSports,News,Commentary,Calls,PredictionsOf all the great FIFA World Cup™ fixtures, Germany v England is one of the games guaranteed to captivate the entire footballing world. Laden with a rich andhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/26/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandSportshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/26/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-england/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/26/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandSat, 26 Jun 2010 18:30:00 GMT2010 FIFA WORLD CUP USA VS GHANA LIVE COMMENTARYThe Round of 16 meeting between USA and Ghana promises a feast of attacking football given both teams have looked stronger going forward than at the back. While USA teetered on the brink of elimination before scoring a stoppage-time winner in their final Group C game against Algeria, Ghana performed impressively in navigating their way through a tricky section where they faced Serbia, Australia and Germany. Though that may not necessarily ensure the west Africans the psychological upper hand in the face of single-minded opponents, several players who will be involved on Saturday have first-hand memories of the sides' meeting at the group stage in Germany four years ago - when Ghana's 2-1 victory sent the Americans home. This time USA coach Bob Bradley will be relying on Landon Donovan, the gifted LA Galaxy forward whose two goals so far in South Africa included the decisive late winner against Algeria. Bradley's opposite number Milovan Rajevac, meanwhile, can call on Rennes front man Asamoah Gyan, who has scored six of Ghana's nine goals so far in 2010. To keep Gyan and Co at bay, the United States will need to tighten up a defence that at times has been found wanting, particularly in the first half of their 2-2 draw with Slovenia. As team-mates at Fulham in the English Premiership since 2008, there can be little that these two do not know about each other. So, when Dempsey makes his characteristic runs from deep positions, he is sure to encounter the immovable force of Pantsil in the Ghana defence. And while the American perhaps has something to prove after missing a hatful of chances against Algeria, he will not expect any favours from an opponent who shrugged off a nasty clash of heads during the 1-1 draw with Australia to take his place against Germany four days later. 02:00:00fifa cup2010noSports,News,Commentary,Calls,PredictionsThe Round of 16 meeting between USA and Ghana promises a feast of attacking football given both teams have looked stronger going forward than at the back. Whilehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/25/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandSportshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/25/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-england/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/25/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandFri, 25 Jun 2010 14:00:00 GMT2010 FIFA WORLD CUP KOREA DRP VS IVORY COAST LIVE COMMENTARYKorea DPR and Côte d'Ivoire will bring their Group G campaigns to an end hoping for vastly different rewards, with the former aiming to bid the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ farewell with a pride-inducing win and the latter eyeing a miracle qualification for the knockout stage. Mbombela Stadium in Nelspruit will be the venue as the Elephants attempt to record the thumping victory they require to have any chance of reaching the last 16, with Sven Goran Eriksson’s men also needing already-qualified Brazil to defeat Portugal elsewhere in the section. Their exit assured, meanwhile, the challenge for Korea DPR will be to salvage their honour and bow out of their first FIFA World Cup finals since 1966 on a positive note. Côte d’Ivoire fans were plunged into despair when star striker Drogba fractured his arm a few days before the action got started, but the legend in his homeland defied injury to take part in the festivities. His contributions have been noteworthy so far and it was he who reduced the deficit against Brazil with his team’s only goal in two games. The Chelsea predator also found the net for the Elephants at the 2006 FIFA World Cup, making him the player an entire country will be looking to in the hunt for goals. As for Korea DPR, it was their ironclad defence that guided them to South Africa and they kept a string of clean sheets until the final round of qualifiers. Boasting an excellent ability to read the game and organise his partners, Ji has emerged as a leader at the heart of that rearguard and will thus shoulder the lion’s share of the responsibility for keeping Drogba quiet.02:00:00fifa cup2010noSports,News,Commentary,Calls,PredictionsKorea DPR and Côte d'Ivoire will bring their Group G campaigns to an end hoping for vastly different rewards, with the former aiming to bid the 2010 FIFA Worldhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/23/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandSportshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/23/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-england/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/23/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandWed, 23 Jun 2010 18:30:00 GMT2010 FIFA WORLD CUP GHANA VS GERMANY LIVE COMMENTARYThree-time world champions Germany had hoped for a rather different scenario ahead of their maiden appearance at Soccer City in Johannesburg. After beating Australia 4-0 but then losing 1-0 to Serbia in their Group D fixtures to date, however, Joachim Low's team are under severe pressure against the Black Stars, who beat the Serbs 1-0 and drew 1-1 with the Socceroos. The young German side enter the contest knowing they must win in order to be absolutely sure of a last-16 berth, whereas Ghana require only a draw to guarantee progress. In a section with everything still to play for, the parallel fixture pits Australia against Serbia. Ghana and Germany have crossed swords just once in the past, Germany cruising to a 6-1 victory in Bochum back in 1993 – a match that the Africans actually led at the break. An intriguing subplot is the potential meeting of the Boateng brothers. While the Palacios brothers have lined up alongside each other for Honduras, Jerome Boateng of Germany and Ghana's Kevin-Prince may line up against one another in Soccer City. "Obviously, the Germany game is a special one for me. But I can promise the Ghana fans this – I play to win, even against my brother, or my father or mother for that matter," Kevin-Prince recently told FIFA.com. However, on current form, the pair are unlikely to go head-to-head on the field itself. Kevin-Prince has played all but a few minutes of his country's games so far, but Jerome has yet to taste any action. 02:00:00fifa cup2010noSports,News,Commentary,Calls,PredictionsThree-time world champions Germany had hoped for a rather different scenario ahead of their maiden appearance at Soccer City in Johannesburg. After beating Austhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/22/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandSportshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/22/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-england/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/22/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandTue, 22 Jun 2010 14:00:00 GMT2010 FIFA WORLD CUP SOUTH AFRICA VS FRANCE LIVE COMMENTARYWith just a single point each after their opening two games, France and South Africa meet on Tuesday 22 June in the FIFA World Cup™ equivalent of a last throw of the dice. Although their respective hopes of qualifying for the Round of 16 appear slim, the fact remains that a victory for either Uruguay or Mexico in the other match in Group A would significantly boost the duo's prospects of progressing. First and foremost, however, there is a question of pride. As tournament hosts, the South African players would love nothing more than to provide their adoring fans with a home victory, while the French are desperate for three points to avoid making a bad situation even worse than it already is. After witnessing their goalless draw with Uruguay and 2-0 loss to Mexico, many observers felt that France looked like a side bereft of ideas. Be it in warm-up matches or in competitive encounters on South African soil, Raymond Domenech has continued to make all manner of tactical changes, all to no avail. In what could be his curtain call as national coach, he may well favour simply revitalising the team rather than making further adjustment’s to Les Bleus’ formation. It would be no surprise then to see certain players more accustomed to sitting on the bench up to this juncture lining up to sing La Marseillaise in Bloemfontein.02:00:00fifa cup2010noSports,News,Commentary,Calls,PredictionsWith just a single point each after their opening two games, France and South Africa meet on Tuesday 22 June in the FIFA World Cup™ equivalent of a last throw ohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/20/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandSportshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/20/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-england/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/20/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandSun, 20 Jun 2010 18:30:00 GMT2010 FIFA WORLD CUP BRAZIL VS IVORY COAST LIVE COMMENTARYThroughout their glittering FIFA World Cup™ history, Brazil have never lost to a team from outside South America or Europe, a record they will put to the test against Côte d'Ivoire in Johannesburg on Sunday evening. Victory for Dunga's side will secure them a place in the next round, but with Didier Drogba having recovered from his elbow injury, achieving that will be easier said than done. After drawing 0-0 with Portugal in their Group G opener, the Elephants can ill afford to lose, Lucio v Didier Drogba The Elephants' centre-forward had an excellent season with club side Chelsea, playing a leading role in their English Premier League and FA Cup double success by hitting a total of 44 goals in 52 games. The only blemish on the Blues' season came when they were eliminated by Inter Milan in the last 16 of the UEFA Champions League. That tie featured a fascinating duel between the inspirational Drogba and Inter bulwark Lucio, one that was edged by the Brazilian and that will be renewed on Sunday night. Inter's 3-1 aggregate win was one of the high points of their run to the continental club title but. having enjoyed a late run-out against the Portuguese, Drogba will be relishing the chance to exact revenge. 02:00:00fifa cup2010noSports,News,Commentary,Calls,PredictionsThroughout their glittering FIFA World Cup™ history, Brazil have never lost to a team from outside South America or Europe, a record they will put to the test ahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/19/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandSportshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/19/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-england/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/19/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandSat, 19 Jun 2010 14:00:00 GMT2010 FIFA WORLD CUP GHANA VS AUSTRALIA E.A RADIO USA LIVE COMMENTARYSaturday brings a pivotal Group D clash between two teams enduring vastly different fortunes as Ghana face Australia in Rustenburg. Following an impressive 1-0 win against Serbia, the Black Stars are aiming to become just the second African nation after Nigeria to qualify for the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup™ a second time. Australia conversely need to recover physically and mentally after the well-documented masterclass they received in a 4-0 defeat at the hands of Germany in their group opener. The match will be a test of youth against experience with the youngest squad at South Africa 2010, Ghana, facing the second-oldest in the Socceroos. The two sides have met on six previous occasions with Australia winning four and Ghana one. The two most recent meetings were tight affairs with Australia prevailing 1-0 at home two years ago, following a 1-1 draw in London in 2006. Despite Australia's porous defence against Germany, another tight contest can be expected with Pim Verbeek's side renowned for their frugality, having conceded just one goal in their final eight qualifying matches. Similarly Ghana have generally been defensively solid in 2010, notably maintaining a good record during their impressive run to the CAF Africa Cup of Nations final in January, when they kept three clean sheets in five. Enigmatic striker Asamoah Gyan will be looking to maintain his impressive FIFA World Cup scoring form after grabbing the winner against Serbia, four years after he etched his name into the history books as scorer of the nation's first goal at Germany 2006. The Rennes man will come up against Australia skipper Lucas Neill who has marshalled a miserly defence over the last few years, only to see all that good work undone against Germany.02:00:00fifa cup2010noSports,News,Commentary,Calls,PredictionsSaturday brings a pivotal Group D clash between two teams enduring vastly different fortunes as Ghana face Australia in Rustenburg. Following an impressive 1-0http://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/18/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandSportshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/18/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-england/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/18/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandFri, 18 Jun 2010 18:30:00 GMT2010 FIFA WORLD CUP ENGLAND VS ALGERIA-DENZEL'S LIVE COMMENTARYHeld to an unsatisfactory 1-1 by USA in their first game, England need three points against Algeria to restore their flagging confidence and get their Group C bid back on course. With the wily Rabah Saadane at the helm, the Desert Foxes will be out to stymie the English. Failure to do so could result in a shock elimination. No side has been more impressive at South Africa 2010 than Germany, who overwhelmed Australia in their tournament bow and are now seeking to impose their compelling brand of football on a Serbia side still smarting from their 1-0 defeat to Ghana. The conquerors of Russia in the play-offs, unfancied Slovenia go into their game against USA full of confidence. Having kicked off with a win, the well-drilled Dragons will likely be planning to keep things tight at the back and hit the Americans on the counter. The matches Germany-Serbia, Group D, Nelson Mandela Bay/Port Elizabeth, 13.30 Slovenia-USA, Group C, Johannesburg (Ellis Park), 16.00 England-Algeria, Group C, Cape Town, 20.30 The big game England-Algeria Fabio Capello could barely conceal his delight at the news that Gareth Barry would be available for the meeting with Algeria. Following a stop-start domestic season and a frustrating six-week injury layoff, the left-sided Manchester City midfielder is set to reclaim his place in the side. As well as offering England a measure of defensive stability, Barry’s return will also allow skipper Steven Gerrard to switch back to his preferred position on the left. In this the first ever meeting between the sides, the Algerians will be hoping to draw on the Premier League experience of Portsmouth duo Nadir Belhadj and Hassan Yebda, who know all about the strengths and weaknesses of the English. On the downside, Les Fennecs will be deprived of the services of one of their prized assets, striker Abdelkader Ghezzal, who was sent off against Slovenia.02:00:00fifa cup2010noSports,News,Commentary,Calls,PredictionsHeld to an unsatisfactory 1-1 by USA in their first game, England need three points against Algeria to restore their flagging confidence and get their Group C bhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/17/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandSportshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/17/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-england/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/17/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandThu, 17 Jun 2010 14:00:00 GMT2010 FIFA WORLD CUP GREECE VS NIGERIA LIVE COMMENTARYSuperman: Born in Tashkent to a Nigerian father and Russian mother, 28-year-old Super Eagles striker Peter Osaze Odemwingie first learnt the ropes at CSKA Moscow and is back playing club football in the Russian capital with Lokomotiv Moscow after two seasons with Belgian side La Louviere, and three years in France with Lille. To wish him good luck as Lokomotiv’s only representative in South Africa, the club magazine recently featured him on their cover dressed as Superman and labelled ‘Odem-Wingman’. Bad omens? Beaten 2-0 by Korea Republic in their first outing, Greece must now bounce back against two teams they also tackled at the 1994 FIFA World Cup. Their upcoming opponents Nigeria saw them off 2-0 in the USA and the European side only fared worse against Argentina, succumbing 4-0. French conundrum: France possess a wealth of attacking talents, but since lifting the Trophy in 1998 only three of their nine goals at FIFA World Cup final tournaments have come from strikers. Or, more precisely, from one striker – Thierry Henry. A genuine mystery. 02:00:00fifa cup2010noSports,News,Commentary,Calls,PredictionsSuperman: Born in Tashkent to a Nigerian father and Russian mother, 28-year-old Super Eagles striker Peter Osaze Odemwingie first learnt the ropes at CSKA Moscohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/16/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandSportshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/16/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-england/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/16/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandWed, 16 Jun 2010 18:30:00 GMT2010 FIFA WORLD CUP SOUTH AFRICA VS URUGUAY LIVE COMMENTARYThe final encounter of the day sees host nation South Africa take on Uruguay in what promises to be an incredible atmosphere at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Tshwane/Pretoria. With all four teams in Group A deadlocked on a single point, the match is crucial for both sides. Fervently backed by an expectant nation, Bafana Bafana will need to keep their heads and concentrate on the task before them, in a game where the slightest error could prove crucial. The key to the potentially decisive match between South Africa and Uruguay could lie in the duel between the Bafana Bafana defender and La Celeste’s star striker. The youngest international in his country’s history, Mokoena is also its most-capped, having donned the yellow jersey on 102 occasions. Dealing with the enormous pressures that come with captaining the host nation is something that ‘Mbazo’ accomplishes with an air of great calmness. In the opposing camp, Forlan has constituted Uruguay’s greatest attacking threat for several years now. With 24 goals in 63 international appearances, his skills are as sharp as they ever were, as evidenced by his Budweiser Man of the Match award against France. What they said “Our main attribute, and it’s verging on a genetic thing, is our speed. Whereas Honduras are a very compact team it’s tricky to get in behind them, especially on the edge of their box. I can’t reveal anything specific, but we’ve been working with our coach on a way to find a way through the defensive barricade that they tend to put up,” Humberto Suazo, Chile forward.02:00:00fifa cup2010noSports,News,Commentary,Calls,PredictionsThe final encounter of the day sees host nation South Africa take on Uruguay in what promises to be an incredible atmosphere at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Tshwahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/15/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandSportshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/15/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-england/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/15/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandTue, 15 Jun 2010 14:00:00 GMT2010 FIFA WORLD CUP IVORY COAST VS PORTUGAL LIVE COMMENTARYThe only country to have won the FIFA World Cup™ outside their own continent, five-time champions Brazil take their opening bow at South Africa 2010 against Group G outsiders Korea DPR. Following their untimely quarter-final exit at Germany 2006, A Seleção Pentacampeã have their minds firmly fixed on adding another world title to their already impressive collection. The other game in the section, between Portugal and Côte d’Ivoire, has a cup-tie feel about it. Les Eléphants are still waiting on Didier Drogba, who had an operation on his injured elbow nine days ago and remains doubtful for a match that will be crucial to the final outcome in the section. Largely unimpressive in qualifying, A Selecção das Quinas enjoyed a promising build-up to the finals, winning two and drawing one of their warm-up games. And with a proven matchwinner in Cristiano Ronaldo in their ranks, the Portuguese are sure to pose a potent threat up front. Slovakia are warm favourites going into their game with New Zealand, who are back on the big stage for the first time in 28 years and only the second time in their history. Vladimir Weiss’s side has a solid look about it, with Liverpool central defender Martin Skrtel, Napoli playmaker Marek Hamsik and Stanislav Sestak, their top scorer in the qualifiers, making up a formidable spine. The match between Côte d’Ivoire and Portugal could feature no fewer than five Chelsea players. Blues defenders Ricardo Carvalho and Paulo Ferreira seem certain to line up in the Portuguese defence against club colleague Salomon Kalou, with Ivorian talisman Didier Drogba a potential absentee. The fifth and final member of the Chelsea contingent is impish midfielder Deco, who could tilt the match in Portugal’s favour.02:00:00fifa cup2010noSports,News,Commentary,Calls,PredictionsThe only country to have won the FIFA World Cup™ outside their own continent, five-time champions Brazil take their opening bow at South Africa 2010 against Grohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/14/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandSportshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/14/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-england/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/14/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandMon, 14 Jun 2010 14:00:00 GMT2010 FIFA WORLD CUP CAMEROON VS JAPAN LIVE ON EAST AFRICA RADIO USAA cosmopolitan cast is preparing to light up the fourth matchday at the 2010 World Cup South Africa™. Following an all-European affair between the Netherlands and Denmark, Italy take on Paraguay in a Europe-South American showdown before Asian hopefuls Japan meet four-time African champions Cameroon. The holders face a litmus test of their title credentials against a Guaraníes outfit who enter the tournament on the back of their best ever preliminary campaign, having racked up ten victories on the road to South Africa. Another European contender hoping to keep up the momentum is the Netherlands. Unbeaten on the qualification trail, the Elftal have hit top gear since Bert van Marwijk replaced Marco van Basten in the driving seat. The former Feyenoord coach has injected a greater dose of pragmatism into the squad, helping them turn performances into points. "It’s also important to learn to win without playing well," says Oranje centre-back Andre Ooijer. Meanwhile Denmark, the surprise winners of their qualifying group, seem to have taken a step back in their build-up matches, with the probable absence of Nicklas Bendtner is unlikely to help the Danish Dynamite make an explosive start. In the second Group E skirmish Cameroon will attempt to notch their first ever victory over a Japan side which has defeated them twice, including once in the FIFA Confederations Cup. Both of these nations have struggled to hit their stride in warm-up games against fellow FIFA World Cup qualifiers. While Japan came away empty handed against Korea Republic, England and Côte d'Ivoire, the Indomitable Lions were held to a draw by Slovakia before shipping three goals in successive games against Portugal and Serbia. 02:00:00fifa cup2010noSports,News,Commentary,Calls,PredictionsA cosmopolitan cast is preparing to light up the fourth matchday at the 2010 World Cup South Africa™. Following an all-European affair between the Netherlands ahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/13/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandSportshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/13/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-england/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/13/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandSun, 13 Jun 2010 14:00:00 GMT2010 FIFA WORLD CUP SERBIA VS GHANADejan Stankovic (SRB) v Sulley Muntari (GHA) Just weeks after helping Inter Milan claim the UEFA Champions League crown, Stankovic and Muntari will act out what promises to be an intriguing sub-plot in Tshwane/Pretoria. Operating down the same side of the pitch, the Nerrazzurri team-mates will be keeping a very close eye on each other, with the muscular Muntari hoping to snuff out the threat posed by the accomplished Stankovic. Should he find time to get forward, the Ghana midfielder will be hoping to reprise the spectacular goals he struck against Czech Republic at Germany 2006 and Guinea at the CAF African Cup of Nations Ghana 2008. What they said “This is far and away our most important match and it will set the tone for the first phase. A win will give us confidence, but a defeat will put us under a lot of pressure. It goes without saying that this is 'the' game for us,” Karim Matmour, Algeria midfielder.02:00:00fifa cup2010noSports,News,Commentary,Calls,PredictionsDejan Stankovic (SRB) v Sulley Muntari (GHA) Just weeks after helping Inter Milan claim the UEFA Champions League crown, Stankovic and Muntari will act out whttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/12/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandSportshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/12/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-england/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/12/fifa-world-cup-usa-vs-englandSat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 GMT2010 FIFA WORLD CUP USA VS ENGLAND LIVE FROM 1.30PM ETPredict and WIN EAST AFRICA RADIO USA Tshirt...remember to post your scores before start of the match.. USA's athletic goalkeeper Tim Howard may start the match with a psychological advantage over England's strike force, as none of Wayne Rooney, Emile Heskey and Peter Crouch managed to get the better of the Everton custodian in the Premier League last season. Jermain Defoe stands alone in having beaten Howard, netting against him for Tottenham Hotspur in a 2-2 draw, but the American had the last laugh that day, saving the striker's potentially match-winning penalty in injury time. What they said "Our squad is made up of experienced players who are used to winning. That’s often crucial in this tournament. You first need to know what it feels like to win before you aim even higher," Joe Cole, England midfielder 02:00:00fifa cup2010noSports,News,Commentary,Calls,PredictionsPredict and WIN EAST AFRICA RADIO USA Tshirt...remember to post your scores before start of the match.. USA's athletic goalkeeper Tim Howard may start the mahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/11/south-africa-bafana-bafana-vs-mexico-liveSportshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/11/south-africa-bafana-bafana-vs-mexico-live/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/fifa-cup2010/2010/06/11/south-africa-bafana-bafana-vs-mexico-liveFri, 11 Jun 2010 13:30:00 GMTSOUTH AFRICA BAFANA BAFANA VS MEXICO LIVEThe waiting is almost over. The 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa™ begins on Friday when the tournament hosts take on Group A rivals Mexico in the magnificent surroundings of Soccer City in Johannesburg, the first match to be staged at this impressive arena. No host nation has ever lost their opening game in the world finals. Though this is new territory for the South Africans, the Mexicans have had the honour of opening up the competition on four previous occasions (1930, 1950, 1958 and 1970), although they failed to win any of those games. The Bafana Bafana have never won a FIFA World Cup finals match and go into the game with the weight of a nation’s expectations on their shoulders. Hopes have been buoyed by an unbeaten run of 13 games under Carlos Parreira, including notable wins over Colombia and Denmark. Led by the in-form duo of Steven Pienaar and Katlego Mphela, the hosts have not looked stronger in recent years. If their impressive 2-1 warm-up defeat of world champions Italy is anything to go by, the dynamic Mexicans are sure to provide the home favourites with a stern test. El Tricolor offer up a compelling blend of youth and experience, with the likes of Giovani dos Santos and Carlos Vela dovetailing to perfection with old hands such as Gerardo Torrado, Cuauhtemoc Blanco and Rafael Marquez. On this form, they might just break their Opening Match hoodoo. Key duel Steven Pienaar vs Rafael Marquez Much of the Bafana Bafana’s creativity originates from the classy Everton midfielder. His confidence high after an exceptional season in the English Premier League, Pienaar can be expected to shine in front of his home fans. One of the men out to stop him will be Mexico skipper Marquez, who has been employed in a holding midfield role by coach Javier Aguirre. Should the Barcelona stopper fulfil his mission of snuffing out the threat posed by Pienaar, he will have gone a long way to helping his side prevail in this opening skirmish.02:00:00fifa cup2010noSports,News,Calls,Predictions,CommentaryThe waiting is almost over. The 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa™ begins on Friday when the tournament hosts take on Group A rivals Mexico in the magnificent su