The Maradona Cup
The 1986 FIFA World Cup was one for the history books, as Diego Maradona single-handedly won the cup for Argentina. His performance at the tournament is regarded as the best individual performance in World Cup history. Throughout the tournament Maradona was doing it all, he was captain; and led the team with five goals…
An Ode to the Fallen Icon
The soccer world has lost a legend, Diego Armando Maradona, one of the game’s best and arguably the greatest player of all time has passed away at the age of 60. Maradona is considered the best player of his generation, because how simple he made the game, and his impact he had on the…
The Memo Wall
Francisco Guillermo “Memo” Ochoa, one of Mexico’s greatest goalkeepers, had the game of his life against Brazil at the 2014 FIFA World Cup. It was the second group stage match for both teams, and there was plenty of suspenseful moments, but Ochoa was the man of the hour, recording remarkable saves that secured a huge…
The Controversial Ball
The 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa was nearly a perfect tournament, except for one thing, the ball. The “Jabulani” was the official match ball of the 2010 World Cup, and experts believe it’s one of the worst match balls in World Cup history. For those who don’t know, the word Jabulani means,…
The Messiah of the Cup
The FIFA World Cup has witnessed some of the greatest players to have ever played this wonderful game, from the likes of Johan Cruyff, Diego Maradona, and Zinedine Zidane. But there is only one who is truly known as the greatest ever. Edson Arantes do Nascimento, better known as Pele, is the greatest player in…
Singing the National Anthem
The national anthems for both countries are played, creating special a moment for players and fans coming together before the start of every World Cup match. Letting their opponent know they are ready to win the game. This side of soccer may not be for everyone, but witnessing raw emotion from everyone singing along gives…
The Day Robben crushed Mexico’s heart
On June 29, 2014, a robbery was committed in Fortaleza, Brazil by a man named Arjen Robben. It was the 92nd minute of the round of 16 matchup between Mexico and Netherlands during the 2014 FIFA World Cup. Robben won a controversial game-winning penalty by flopping inside the penalty area. This ended Mexico’s tournament with…
Waka Waka is the Best World Cup Anthem
The 2010 FIFA World Cup had its best song come to fruition. On May 7, 2010, “Waka Waka (Esto es Africa)”, by global superstar Shakira featuring South African group Freshlyground was released. The message of the song encourages people to continue battling towards their goals, no matter how many times they fall. For soccer fans…
The FIFA World Cup, just how special is it?
Once every four years, the world gathers together to watch what is arguably the biggest sports event in the world, the prestigious FIFA World Cup. Thirty-two of the world’s best countries send their best players to fight for the biggest trophy any soccer player can dream of winning. The World Cup provides us with jaw…
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