Hermela Brook | June 11th, 2010 at 10:33 pm |. The month-long World Cup 2010 tournament, which kicks off Friday in Johannesburg, is expected to be the most-watched television event in history. Each match is projected to average up to 125 … ESPN partners include AT&T, Cisco, EA Sports , and Microsoft. The remaining FIFA World Cup Sponsors (who are not sponsoring ESPN’s coverage in the US) include the lubricant manufacturer Castrol, Emirates Airlines, Continental Tires, …
Egypt 2 0 Algeria World Cup 2010 Qualifying Highlights In tense game, Egypt beat Algeria forcing playoff Source: In tense game, Egypt beat Algeria forcing playoff Cairo, Nov 15 (DPA) Egypt defeated Algeria 2-0 at their football World Cup qualifier match, setting up a playoff later this month between the two teams, who have seen tensions between them escalate in recent days. The win sent jubilant Egyptians to the streets, with throngs of people celebrating into the night in various parts of the country Saturday. In Cairo, main routes were blocked as fans on foot and in vehicles took over the roads. Many had their face painted red, black and white the national colours and were waving Egyptian flags, banging on drums and honking their car horns. Crowds of youngsters gathered at street corners across the city and sang out slogans and chants to booming music. Others danced as aerosol cans were lit up into bright flames. Some 74000 people were estimated to be in attendance for the game at the citys main stadium, with some 2000 seats reserved for Algerian supporters. Just two minutes into the game Egypt scored, sparking early hopes for the fans. However, tension reigned for most of the contest, as the next goal in the physical match-up would only come over 90 minutes of play later. Egypt had to win by at least three goals to qualify for next years World Cup finals but with the result was still able to force a playoff. In what appeared to be preparatory moves requested by FIFA …
The All Whites booked their place in next year’s football World Cup finals – and New Zealand sporting history – with a dramatic 1-0 win over Bahrain in Wellington last night. A passionate, sellout 35500 crowd at the Cake Tin saw Rory Fallon’s header and Mark Paston’s penalty save give Ricki Herbert’s team a spot at the world’s biggest sporting event for only the second time – and the first since 1982. The final whistle sparked scenes of incredible celebration as the capital got ready to party. Police and stewards had to hold back jubilant fans as the All Whites embarked on a lap of honour. Herbert, who played in the 1982 team, said his team had “given it everything, four years of total commitment”. “We did a little bit of homework and really pulled it out of the top drawer,” he said. ‘ “We thought we’d go through without conceding a goal, we thought one would do it. It’s just so emotional.” Fallon, whose father Kevin was an assistant coach during the 1982 campaign, gave a succinct summary of his all-important goal: “Them ones I don’t miss.” Paston said facing the penalty that would have ended All White hopes was “a bit surreal”. “I basically guessed which way and it ended up in my hands – it was great.” Team captain Ryan Nelsen, who plays for Blackburn Rovers in the English Premier League, paid tribute to the Wellington supporters. “I’ve played in some incredible atmospheres in my time but this is right up there. It’s been brilliant.” Prime Minister John Key was quick to …
Nelson Mandela would have loved it. The joy, the pulsating music and dazzling colors, the big party to celebrate the world’s embrace of South Africa _ even the scrappy 1-1 draw. Dashing the hopes of many, the anti-apartheid hero and former president couldn’t… Nelson Mandela – South Africa – FIFA World Cup – South Africa under apartheid – World Cup
The World Cup soccer tournament began Friday in South Africa. For fans in 32 countries, it’s more than a sports event. It’s the biggest recurring celebration of national pride.
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