World Cup 2010 - The Grand Finale
By the time I complete writing, our good friend Paul the octopus would have become seafood - sashimi or otherwise unless political asylum is granted . That is why we are all only as good as our last deal whether it's your business or working for others. One moment you are a shining star, the next moment when mighty Germany crashed out, you may end up as seafood on the table. I am somewhat disappointed by the quality of this World Cup. France imploded, Italy faded, England fulfilled their destiny, Mexico and Argentina thrilled but faltered. Asia, Korea and Japan plus small teams like New Zealand, Slovenia and especially Uruguay shone like a beacon. Germany are tournament machines, Holland remained undefeated while Spain who truly showed what they are capable of in beating the German started with a loss. When you talk about the semi-finals, you have to give it to unfancied Uruguay. Before the World Cup nobody would have given them a chance. Small population but giant efforts...