For the first time this world cup we were treated to a couple of elimination games even before the group stage was completed. If you had told any serious fan that Spain would be the first team eliminated in 2014, they surely would have replied with “no es posible” or …
Read More »Diego Costa Q&A – Why Did He Choose Spain Over Brazil?
Playing for your country at a World Cup held in your home nation is not a decision many players get to make, it is has to be one of the most difficult there is. Diego Costa is one such player, as he leads the line for his adopted Spain during …
Read More »World Cup Boot Recap Day 6 – The Keeper Who Stole The Show
It’s almost hard to believe we’re at Day 6 of the World Cup. We’ve been treated to some outstanding performances (US readers know what I’m talking about, hopefully you all woke up safely this morning after your party last night) and some incredible goals thus far. If you were lucky …
Read More »What Does the Nike Magista Opus Have On Offer?
If you’ve been tracking World Cup action in Brazil, you might have spotted the large number of players wearing the Nike Magista Opus. There are actually a lot more players wearing the Opus compared to the highly advanced Magista Obra! To some, that might seem a little surprising but the …
Read More »World Cup Boot Recap Day 5 – Fiesta in Group G
Group G is the main headliner today, and also a showing of the underdogs of the top heavy Group F. While the only group F match resulted in no goals, the other two games tallied at 7. Both matches proved to be very entertaining as there was no shortage of …
Read More »World Cup Boot Recap Day 4 – What Did We Do Before Goal Line Technology?
Can you believe we are already through 4 game days of World Cup action already? It is officially going too fast, probably because of the goal fest we have been treated to. Already there have been a whopping 37 goals scored in 11 games, for an average of 3.3 per game. …
Read More »Under Armour ClutchFit Force Gets the USMNT Treatment
Last week, we took an intro look at the all new Under Armour ClutchFit Force release and what the new control boot had to offer, well now UA has unleashed a very flavorful version that offers a statement (unofficial) USMNT look. Coming in a very patriotic USA Red/White/Blue, this is a …
Read More »Umbro UX-1 Review
Just over a month ago, the folks at the Double Diamond dropped some subtle hints that they had a new boot on the horizon, ready for release before the World Cup. Upon release, the Umbro UX-1 drew some gasps and set a new tone for the brand as they step …
Read More »World Cup Boot Recap Day 3 – Costa Rica Superflies to Upset
Here we are, three days complete, and only three heart attacks for those trying to correctly predict every scoreline. The main storyline of the day saw the under appreciated Costa Rican “los ticos” take out a Suarez-less Uruguayan squad. The Lotto sponsored squad pulled off what is surely the shock …
Read More »World Cup Boot Recap Day 2 – Smaller Brands Take The Stage
Wow, what a day! We have officially concluded Day 2 of the biggest tournament in the World, and boy has it been a good one so far. Three games were played on what seemed to be a rainy day in Brazil, and many boots were on show. In fact, it …
Read More »World Cup Boot Recap Day 1 – Hypervenom Steals the Show
Good evening (unless you’re reading this Monday morning, in which case, Good Morning put the kettle on would ya) and welcome to the first edition of the World Cup Boot Recap. Your one stop shop for the skinny on what boot is making a splash at in the humid climes …
Read More »The Linesmen – World Cup Lead Up
So Yesterday was the first day of the World Cup and the Croatia Brazil match up was quite a good way to kick it off. There were lots of twists and turns to the match, but here we will be looking at the twists and turns that took place leading …
Read More »Everything You Need to Know About the Adidas Battle Pack
Finally, it has arrived – the 2014 World Cup in Brazil has officially kicked-off and not a minute too soon. Other than the fact we get to see the best players in the world in action, competing at the highest level, we also get to do plenty of high profile …
Read More »Team SC101 Handicaps the World Cup: Favourites, Surprises, and Flops
Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the last, oh, let’s conservatively say 7 years, you’d know that the 2014 World Cup in upon us. If you have been living under a rock please get to me in the comments and let me know what it’s like, I’ve often …
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