//World Cup//









Some people may say, what's so interesting about 11 people chasing over a ball?
Obviously, these people do not know much about soccer.
Firstly, as the players are divided into different positions on the field (for example, defenders, midfielders and strikers) chances are, you will not see so many people fighting for the ball at one time.
Furthermore, most of the running are done by players on the field.
The game itself, to put it simply, is about controlling the ball and getting it into the net.
Thus, strictly speaking, only the goalkeeper needs to chase after the ball.

Undoubtedly, for the past few weeks, the world has been thrown into a frenzy due to diehard fans and hardcore gamblers. Yes, even in Singapore, where it is an almost impossible task for the national team to qualify for the World Cup. Who cares about S-league when the World Cup is ongoing? The publicity and media glitz given to the World Cup is comparable to our very own polling day. Owing to our exposure to the English Premier League, it is no surprise that many locals are supporters of the England team.

Quotable quotes:

"Many England players are mature club players, but immature international players."
"I am going to get you sent off."
"I can never play with him again."
"I feel the time is right to pass on the armband."

Puzzling news headlines:

"Brazil seek ref's aid"
"Netherlands coach upset by team-bus slogan"
"Shocked Brazil fans cry an Amazon river of tears"