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WSC 282

Editorial England’s vicious circle
News watch Why the tabloids had a subdued summer; plus friend or foe – how Italy sees Capello
Shot! From Argentine idols to Ghanian choirs, the wide variety of fans in South Africa
Group stage diary “A goal for all Africa.” “Our knowledge of these teams is limited.” “I didn’t fancy him, still don’t.” “Got to change it now, the Svenster.” “Ghana are as keen as a badger.”
National psychosis How the Premier League has failed to boost England; plus Mike Straight on why everything will be fine
Seeing South Africa A reporter’s impressions of the host nation outside the media bubble
Virtual reality The perils of trying to watch every game of the tournament on the internet
Just for laughs Banal World Cup TV – James Corden unavoidable
Crowd scenes Getting noticed on the big screen
Knockout stage diary “Weather you’d expect at Port Vale.” “Dancing to the African beat.” “Brazil score a British goal!” “A knee to the lower carriage.” “What’s Spanish for a Bafta – a Bafto?”
World Cup finalists Spain are short on goals but still worthy winners while Holland’s reputation is damaged in a fractious finale
France & Germany A government inquest begins into the French flop; huge crowds in Berlin salute the progress made by Joachim Löw’s team
South America Despair in Brazil as the Selecção slump to a surprise defeat. Meanwhile, Uruguay record their best performance in 40 years
USA Second-round elimination fails to convince Bob Bradley’s critics
WSC survey Have your say on the World Cup, football grounds and WSC
Blind faith Supporting England no matter what and even enjoying it
 
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