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World Cup 2010 Recap

The most popular sporting event in the world is nearing a close so I figured it was time to give it some time on the site. I am sure you have seen the recent World Cup craze taking over your office killing productivity from 9:30-11:30 and then again from 2:30-4:30. If you think that is bad it is nothing compared to Brazil whose country nearly shuts down during the World Cup causing the country to lose millions on game days.

South Africa the Host Nation

All the talk has been about Africa finally getting to host a world cup. After the stampede problem just before the beginning of the Cup things have gone off without many noticeable glitches. Unfortunately for the continent, however, only one team made it out of the group stage leaving a few of the countries most notable names (Drogba and Eto) on the sidelines. At the same time that makes Ghana's progress to the quarterfinals that much more impressive as their superstar Essien has been out since injuring himself during training for the Africa Cup of Nations.

Poor Referees

Another talking point during this Cup has been the quality of officiating. The first scandal dropped when the US' game winning goal was wiped away without any explanation from the ref. Soon after Kaka was thrown out of a game versus the Ivory Coast for a phantom foul call. Then in the knock out stage England lost a goal against Germany that completely changed the tide of the game. All of these calls should not be happening during the biggest sporting event in the world. Things have gotten so bad FIFA is now talking about installing instant replay.

Play on the Field

The United States was finally put out of their misery by Ghana after their tendency to start slow finally cost them a game. Some will question the coach's lineup decisions, but at this level if a person is on the team they should be able to step up to the occasion.

Across the board goals have been few and far between. Due to this the sport is unlikely to gain any sustainable momentum in the US. However, for the games excitement a lack of goals creates a tense environment where any goal can be the game winner.

As for the teams remaining it is much to be expected. Brazil has walked into the quarter finals toying with their competition. Spain outlasted Portugal in a blockbuster 2 vs 3 matchup. Overall the field has shaken out as expected with 5 of the remaining 8 teams being ranked in the top 10 of the world.

Final Prediction

Brazill vs. Argentina

Where In the World is ... Lebron James?

GOOD MORNING GOOD MORNING. Today is the day that people have been talking about for 2 years. It is July 1st 2010. The date hardly matters, but what can occur starting today does. Today is the first day of free agency or as it is called this year the first day of the Lebron sweepstakes. Over the next few weeks he will most likely be wined and dined by every NBA team that has any prayer of signing him. Not since MJ made his move to Washington have I heard such buzz about what one person can do for a city.

But where will Lebron end up? As I am moving to Chicago you can imagine my excitement when I found out that the Bulls were a front runner only to find out the next day that according to another source that Miami Heat were the new number 1. Then I wake up this morning and New York is leading the race because Lebron was seen checking out Bill Joel's old apartment. Who knows what tomorrow will show, possibly the New Jersey and Dallas billionaires will be battling it out to see who can spend the most money on impressing King James. And what if, I know it sounds crazy Lebron decides to stay in Cleveland, talk about the most anticlimactic ending ever.

Now I will throw in my 2 cents projection about where I believe Lebron will end up, but even as a betting man I wouldn't put any money on this. And if you were wondering how one could put money on this sweepstakes, the answer my friends, season tickets! Right now season tickets for all teams bidding for Lebron are at a reasonable price, BUT on the day of the signing or just before the signing the ticket prices will go through the roof and your resale of the tickets would provide a nice kickback.

Projection Percentages:

Chicago 35% New York 25% New Jersey 25% Cleveland 10% Miami 5%.