It was a day that fans would never forget: Brazil vs. Netherlands. The match has been publicized no end and fans of these teams have been waiting for this titanic encounter to kick off. The Brazilians are revered for the passion they bring to the game. It didn’t take long for Brazil to knock one into the back of the net – a mere 10 minutes into the game courtesy of Robinho. The rest is football history. The 20h30 encounter between Uruguay and Ghana is a much anticipated affair too. Africa’s only representative in the FIFA 2010 tournament - and its best shot yet - will play before capacity crowds at Soccer City Stadium.

And we’re just getting started

The Argentineans have been fighting fit in the FIFA World Cup 2010. Their efforts have catapulted them into the quarter-finals and their performance so far has been sublime. That they have recorded comprehensive victories in all of their opening matches was not lost on millions of adoring fans the world over. Maradona’s hand-picked team are clear favourites in the contest. Germany too have looked the part coming into the tournament – but the Germans often excel in the earlier rounds of FIFA World Cup tournaments. Their 4 – 1 drilling of England is a testament of their superb football skills.

There’s a whole lot more to chomp on come July 3rd as Paraguay takes on Spain. Both teams will be working hard to shed any doubt their fans have of their performances. Spanish good form will be at the back of Paraguay’s mind come the 20h30 encounter at Ellis Park Stadium in Johannesburg. Referee Carlos Batres of Guatemala will be presiding. Paraguay has been less effective at scoring during their 90 minutes on the field but their penalty shootouts have been impressive (5-3 against Japan as a case in point).

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