Monthly Archives: June 2010

Oracle octopus spot on with World Cup picks

Posted on June 30, 2010 by matt kinnear

A marvelous mollusk accurately predicted the outcome of all of Germany’s group play matches — including the country’s stunning loss to Serbia — by choosing between two mouthwatering mussels, one for Germany and one for its opponent. Last week, the … Continue reading →

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Tuesday’s World Cup roundup

Posted on June 29, 2010 by matt kinnear

AP Photo: Spain’s David Villa celebrates after scoring the opening goal during the World Cup round of 16 soccer match between Spain and Portugal at the Green Point stadium in Cape Town, South Africa Paraguay 0, Japan 0: Paraguay wins … Continue reading →

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What to watch Tuesday

Posted on June 28, 2010 by matt goul

(AP photo: Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo, left, leads his team into today’s match against favorite Spain.) PARAGUAY VS. JAPAN Where: Pretoria. Time: 10 a.m. TV: ESPN The buzz: Neither team has ever reached the quarterfinals, so one team will make history. … Continue reading →

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Monday’s roundup

Posted on June 28, 2010 by matt goul

(AP Photo above, Brazil’s Robinho, hidden, celebrates with teammates after scoring the third goal during the World Cup round of 16 soccer match against Chile.) Brazil 3, Chile 0 JOHANNESBURG (AP) — Five-time champion Brazil beat South American rival Chile … Continue reading →

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Are all soccer refs this bad?

Posted on June 27, 2010 by matt kinnear

Above: AP photo of England’s no-goal The human element is part of every sport. Sometimes a non-call on an offsides leaves someone in front of the net in the NHL. A major league ump cost the Tigers a game the … Continue reading →

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What to watch at the World Cup Monday

Posted on June 27, 2010 by matt kinnear

Netherlands vs. Slovakia, 10 a.m. (ESPN) The Dutch won all three games in Group E, but never looked spectacular. A healthy Arjen Robben might change that. Slovakia stunned Italy to sneak into second place in Group F. Netherlands: Robben joins … Continue reading →

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What to watch at the World Cup Sunday

Posted on June 27, 2010 by matt kinnear

Well, most people will be going into four-year hibernation for the World Cup. But in case you’re still interested, here’s what’s going on today. ROUND OF 16: ENGLAND VS. GERMANY Where: Free State Stadium, Bloemfontein. Time: 10 a.m. TV: ESPN, … Continue reading →

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World Cup live chat: United States vs Ghana

Posted on June 25, 2010 by matt kinnear

Join Jeff Frantz for another U.S. soccer chat at 2:30 p.m. Saturday during the match against Ghana. US vs. Ghana chat

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‘At Least We’re Not as Bad as France’

Posted on June 25, 2010 by Lyzz Jones

The BBC’s Dave Hensen has an uncanny ability to mix pop songs and the World Cup. On the heels of his “Vuvuzela” song to the tune of Rihanna’s “Umbrella,” here’s some Lady Gaga for you – “At Least We’re Not … Continue reading →

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What to watch at the World Cup Saturday

Posted on June 25, 2010 by matt kinnear

Today starts the round of 16 at the World Cup. Be sure to check out our live chat on the blog during the United States’ game, but here’s some details to get your started: URUGUAY VS. SOUTH KOREA Where: Port … Continue reading →

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