In the USA and Australia, it’s called Soccer – however in most other parts of the world, especially Europe is referred to as Football.

Some suggest ‘The World Game’ as its called, is bigger than the Olympics with the World Cup 2010 having billions of viewers from every corner of the globe and in almost every country.

Run by FIFA, the World Cup consists of 32 teams that have qualified for the World Cup 2010 in South Africa and must complete a ‘Group Stage’ before progressing to the ‘Qualifiers’ which are virtually the semi finals of the World Cup.

Some of the greatest sporting moments from the World Cup have not only come from leading goalscorers or international superstars, but from penalty shootouts where each team and all the countries fans are desperately holding on to 5 kicks from their players to edge out the other team.

You can find out the full Soccer World Cup 2010 schedule and draw at the official Fifa World Cup site: ( Fifa.com/Worldcup )

It’s always a good idea to check for World Cup 2010 updates at the official fifa site. You’ll see worldcup game photos, live scores, news, tickets to worldcup games and hospitality information.

Some of the hot topics and news around the world cup relate to who can win the World Cup in 2010? Big name sides Italy always fare well, as do Argentina. Brazil and Spain.

But what about some good value, long shot picks?

England are always in the mix, and have been unlucky for many years. USA have been on the improve with soccer for many years and could be an outside chance for the World Cup in 2010.

Germany are ready to make a good charge at the World Cup this year according to insiders. And recent improvers Australia and New Zealand have proven hard opponents in recent years.

It all makes for exciting soccer and with the videos and updates coming from South Africa for this years World Cup it’s sure to be an amazing tournament!

World Cup 2010 is a post from: World Portal