Just over half an hour to go for the opening ceremony of the World's largest sporting event to begin. It's one we've waited for, in fact dreamt about for years(4 years to be precise). And rewarded we will be, for Africa's finest hour, promises to be a cracker of a tournament. Africa has always been getting the raw end of most deals for some time now. Littered with racism, war and corruption, Africa's tale over the years has been one of misery and woe. But their passion for the beautiful game conquers all, brings them together as a whole continent. Although how hospitable South Africa actually will be remains to be seen, the air all around buzzes with excitement, a form of chaos even the
vuvuzelas can't imitate. Africa, with its 'Heart of Gold' is set to conquer millions of hearts the world over.
Spain this time are overwhelming favourites, but a possible second round/QF clash with perennial favorites Brazil has many people drooling already. Argentina, handed a weak group should do well too. The European quartet of the English, Dutch, the Azzurri and the fierce Germans are also tipped to do well. Keep an eye out for the African nations too, considering that World Cups have always been won by a team of the same continent as the host, with the exception of Brazil in 2002. As to what actually happens is something only time can predict.
Waka on Africa!
