Do You think Asia and africa team will talk much in germany 2006?
401248
Every World Cup there seems to be a surprise.  This time it will be no different.  I remember when Cameroon upset Argentina in Italia 90.  Then Nigeria had a good run in USA 94.  In France 98, Senegal started off the festivities by defeating host France by the minimal difference 1-0.  I believe the African team with the best chances of being successful in Germany 06 is Ivory Coast.  Even though they are located in the "Group of Death" alongside Argentina, Holland and Serbia, players like Didier Drogba have the talent and skill to provide some wonderful moments.  The action is right around the corner.  I can't wait any longer.
277035
i think germany is going to go far this world cup\ni don't like kuranyi that much \ni prefer ballack (of course), kahn, or the young forwards\nof course, kahn is getting old and ballack is probably moving to chelsea (DAMN!)
323157
This is actually a very easy question to answer.  If you look at Africa in 2006 and Africa in the early 90's or before they have consistently gotten better and have developed their game.  The people of Africa should be happy with the strides they have made.  There are like 3 teams that will represent the country.  These three teams are not top tier team but will compete they are strong, fast and conditioned.  They lack the quality coaching, experience and the overall (vision/skills) ie:Dutch,Brazil.  \nOverall Africa is a poor country they are a country of turmoil.  AIDS is a huge epidemic there, Human rights are a concern, they don't have the government that has ever put the millions of dollars to train and keep there athletes in shape year in and year out.  There are only a few Africans that play In Europe and gain the valuable experience that they can pass to the rest of there teams.  Africa will get the next World Cup in 4 years, they will spend more money than they ever have in the past.  They will become a country of Champions in every ones lifetime.  I can see Africa representing very well this year, they are no longer a Africa of "wide eyed" happy to be playing teams/players...they go to win!
440636
So many possibilities. The ones that are likely to win are Brazil, France, Germany or Italy. Other surprises could be England, Netherlands and Argentina. But if South Korea repeat history like the last one then... they could be the first Asian nation to bring the world Cup to Asia.
1073905
2014 be almost definitely be held in Brazil. As for South Africa, I was a little surprised. Do they even have a team that competes in the WC. Not being asked sarcastically, I truly don't know if they do. There are so many political decisions made. Who knows if Sth Africa will even grant entry into their country for spectators of other African nations. I will reserve judgement on the decision to hold it there. As for who will win, Brazil and the other South American countries will have an outstanding amount of support and will be hard to beat. In 2010, it's wide open I think.
329722
World Cup 2006 starts June, 9th 2006 @ 6:00 p.m. local time in Munich ... can't wait! The opening match will feature hosts Germany v. Costa Rica. \n\nThere will be 32 teams for the 2006 World Cup.  There will be a total of 64 matches, with the champion being crowned at the conclusion of the final that takes place on July 9th @ 8:00 p.m. local time in Berlin.\n\nThere are 5 African nations in the 2006 World Cup.  They are:\nIvory Coast (Cote D'Ivore)\nGhana\nTunisia\nAngola\nTogo\n\nThere are 14 European nations in the 2006 World Cup.  They are:\nGermany (hosts)\nPoland\nEngland\nSweden\nSerbia & Montenegro\nNetherlands\nPortugal\nItaly\nCzech Republic\nCroatia\nFrance\nSwitzerland\nSpain\nUkraine
621931
It will be in between Brazil & Germany
353227
This year is full of surprises. I wish to play well and prove that they deserve to be there.\n  Now i think that many European countries could do better (Russia,Turkey,Romania,Belgium).
1074766
Maybe.. These two are amazing teams. It's going to be an interesting game. I think I have to go with... Germany. Idk. Its going to be close.
25375
The best one ;)\n\nNo, really... I think we are in for a surprise this year. If you watch how the sport has been going the past few years - the traditional big teams are all looking shaky - Italy, France, England, Germany... OK, maybe Brasil isn't. But if you look at who's working really hard, and whose heart is really in it - my money is on Switzerland. But don't forget that Germany wants / needs a win badly, the team is young, and they have home team advantage - which will all be worth a lot. At the end of the day, I think it's down to emotion and heart and guts - the best "technical" team in the world may not win it all.
1079988
it will be a good one, although the issue of racism is very bad coz most of these black players normally put up very tremendous performance in the game, some of tem are called far away from africa to play for european clubs. I think they diserve alotof respect since they help the european and other foreign clubs they play in to make alot of money.
383361
Even though they are hosting it, I don't think they have a good chance of winning.  The German team is in a rebuilding peoriod, they have no identity yet.
541721
Africa will very unlikely win the World Cup, yet they may go to the quaterfinals. They have very good players. In fact some of them are already playing in European teams by now.
1046785
Hey there Clive,\n\nI agree with you. The Australian side has gone through many years of flatness but has also undergone a period of growth and development which now seens to be coming together. Their attitude of it's not over till it's over saw an incredible rise in determination in their game against Japan. They continued to play and perform as a team. Add to those you mentioned Brett Emerton and John Aloisi and there is definite potential there to put up an acceptable challenge to Brazil and Croatia, who are both great sides. A win against Brazil would be fantastic but if they can contain them from not scoring goals well that is positive also. I think the key will be for Guus to play them in positions they excel in. Changes or corrections can't be made against Brazil as late in the game as they were V's Japan. When players were played back in their accepted positions the team performed far better. They are no walk overs anymore. They have talent and loads of untapped potential.\n\nCan I just add losing to Brazil, if that is the outcome, is nothing to be ashamed of and I will be proud of them no matter what happens. They could just provide a couple of the biggest upsets of the tournament. Let's hope so anyway.
1020437
Errm, before we talk about the AIDS situation or even crime situation in South Africa, we have to put things in perspective.\n\n1. The award wasn't given this year, but 7 years before the event, in 2003.\n2. South Africa were supposed to win in 1999, but I believe a NZ delegate abstained at the last and Germany won. \n3. Sepp Blatter then announced the Cup would be hosted by each different Confederation on rotation, and after Europe in 2006, Africa would get the nod.\n\nSo, South Africa had a lot of emotional pull to get this Cup, in 1999, when they felt they should get it, I believe they were eliminated in the penultimate stage and promised by alot of delegates that they would have support in the next vote.\n\nSo AIDS and crimes, were never going to sway the voting crowd when the vote came up in 2003, it was always going to be South Africa from Africa, as the richest nation with only Egypt or maybe Morocco having a chance.\n\nAnd that's why South Africa got it, but sticking to your theory, I think the World Cup is going to be a boost rather than a bane for Africa. \n\nThe sheer magnitude of the tournament will make highlight the problems of AIDS, crime and others in South Africa. The government will act and FIFA will play it's part in helping this out, in the media relations side.
645766
no i think this time the team from europe esp. italy or france may take it or may be for the first time a team from africa e.g ivory coast may take it, who knows? but definately brazil will play a good game. tchao
1130678
I think they might...as they've got a good chance vs. croatia and japan. they've got a good squad of players and they work hard throughout the game. I hope they do.