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End of Mexican sojourn at World Cup
June 28, 2010, 10:07 PM IST
The Mexican sojourn at this World Cup had been a long one, having begun from Day One itelf.
June 28, 2010, 10:07 PM IST
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No dog to fetch England the World Cup this time!
June 28, 2010, 7:01 PM IST
England fans should face it. The team has won the Fifa World Cup once in 1966 and that too as a host nation in a tournament which was boycotted by African nations.
June 28, 2010, 7:01 PM IST
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Technology will help, not hinder football’s growth
June 28, 2010, 5:20 PM IST
This post, therefore, is strictly about the absence of technology to help decision-making in football and this too has been forced on me by my 12-year-old son.
June 28, 2010, 5:20 PM IST
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Frankly, did Germany win or England lose?
June 28, 2010, 12:51 AM IST
Like to say that the match was the best entertainer of this World Cup would be an understatement. It was indeed the best (so far). Like those who supported Germany today were largely England-haters and…
June 28, 2010, 12:51 AM IST
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Germany magic, England tragic
June 27, 2010, 10:08 PM IST
Every World Cup needs a game that becomes a forever photograph in the mind’s eye. On Sunday evening, the world got that game. But for all the fabulous goals scored in the frenetic pre-quarters encounter,…
June 27, 2010, 10:08 PM IST
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At World Cup, Satyam scores a goal for India
June 27, 2010, 8:53 PM IST
When Dilbagh Gill heard about Ramalinga Raju’s confession on the morning of January 7, 2009, he did two things. The Boston resident called up his real estate agent to call off a deal to purchase…
June 27, 2010, 8:53 PM IST
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Wowed by vuvuzela
June 27, 2010, 12:57 PM IST
I was almost certain that I would hate the sound of the vuvuzela when I hear it live. But when I did hear it, something else happened; I became a fan of this cacophonous mass-produced,…
June 27, 2010, 12:57 PM IST
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Durban: The absolute melting pot
June 26, 2010, 8:13 PM IST
Of the 10 host cities at the World Cup here, Durban has been projected as the warmest place to be.
June 26, 2010, 8:13 PM IST
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Sunderam a model for life after cricket
June 26, 2010, 4:54 PM IST
Father’s day dawned cruelly for the children of a Test cricketer of the past. On that day sons Sushil, Sandeep, Pradeep and daughter Sujata had to bid farewell to GR Sunderam, fast bowler of the 1950s who passed away in the wee hours.
June 26, 2010, 4:54 PM IST
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England: Italy in different jerseys
June 26, 2010, 11:02 AM IST
On the morning of the second round of action, a few views and some moves. Like it’s difficult to say what was sadder: Defending champions Italy losing to Slovakia and making a first round exit or…
June 26, 2010, 11:02 AM IST
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Why the vuvuzela is such a rage
June 25, 2010, 8:02 PM IST
Though many commentators and players are vociferously complaining about the incessant droning noise made by the vuvuzela, which disrupts their concentration on the field, it is not the football grounds alone where the so-called stadium horn can be heard.
June 25, 2010, 8:02 PM IST
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Mauro Silva: The mop-up man
June 25, 2010, 6:45 PM IST
Mauro Silva, who had a distinguished decade-long career with the Brazilian National team, did not have a playmaker whom he had to provide the ball to as well as shield. The man he was doing it was for Dunga.
June 25, 2010, 6:45 PM IST
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‘Zulu’ed in Durban
June 24, 2010, 5:53 PM IST
“So, are you saved?” The big volunteer on the bus on way to Durban’s stunning Moses Mabhida Stadium enquired, taking unique pleasure in rolling one’s second name over her tongue. At first, all of it…
June 24, 2010, 5:53 PM IST
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The new ‘S’ girl
June 23, 2010, 7:52 PM IST
On Sunday, the low-key Saina Nehwal blazed higher into history by winning the Super Singapore Series just a week after her triumph at the Indian Open, a Grand Prix Gold event.
June 23, 2010, 7:52 PM IST
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Getting conned in Johannesburg
June 22, 2010, 9:13 PM IST
This must rank as among the funniest muggings in history. How would you feel when, at the end of it the guy even makes you do the Black Power salute with him.
June 22, 2010, 9:13 PM IST
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Rule that fails to douse rigging flame
June 22, 2010, 2:23 PM IST
Fifa’s anti-virus to check corruption (read match-rigging) is likely to need upgrading when Uruguay play Mexico in Rustenberg on June 22. The sides need just a draw to qualify from Group A, and in all…
June 22, 2010, 2:23 PM IST
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More pleasant surprises and shocking heartbreaks
June 22, 2010, 1:49 PM IST
On the morning of the last round of matches, a few views and some moves Like considering all considerations, it’d be better if France do not qualify from Group A. Also, the possibilities that Uruguay…
June 22, 2010, 1:49 PM IST
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Dunga’s Brazil looks both strong and sublime
June 21, 2010, 7:02 PM IST
When Luiz Felipe Scolari took over as coach of a flailing Brazil side for the 2002 World Cup, he brought in a bunch of unpleasant ideas. He wanted the team to commit fouls and play…
June 21, 2010, 7:02 PM IST
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Big brands: Wimbledon vs. IPL
June 21, 2010, 2:08 PM IST
Herewith comparing two sports events which in the eyes of many should not be compared. So unfair, so bad. As Wimbledon tennis championships will be the flair of the next fortnight, it’s time to dwell…
June 21, 2010, 2:08 PM IST
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Sampling Jo’burg on a day of detours
June 21, 2010, 7:31 AM IST
Sunday was detour day. Banished for the afternoon was the M1 freeway, and the beeline to the main media centre at Soccer City. With the late cracker between Brazil and Ivory Coast (Cote d’Ivorie sounds…
June 21, 2010, 7:31 AM IST
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