The year of the underdog?
Brazil are the favourites to win the 2018 World Cup in Russia, but after so many shock results could this be the year of the underdog? DEAN WORKMAN explores.
The gap is getting smaller
One thing that has become apparent in this World Cup is that no one is guaranteed a win. The gap between the best and the rest is closing, and any hint of complacency can cost you – just ask Germany. DEAN WORKMAN explores.
Back to the drawing board for Africa
Following a below-par performance in Russia, for the first time in 32 years, the World Cup last 16 will not feature an African team, writes MARSHALL GOUTS.
Where to now for Germany?
The curse of the defending champions has struck again as Germany have been sent packing from the World Cup, but where to now for Die Mannschaft? DEAN WORKMAN explores.
It’s the unpredictable nature of the World Cup that has me
Predicting a pair of winners has proven a costly exercise for WADE PRETORIUS so far at Russia 2018.
Messi and the complexity of his greatness
Argentina and Barcelona superstar Lionel Messi has been unfairly vindicated for his country’s poor showing at the 2018 World Cup, writes MARSHALL GOUTS.
Sampaoli has let Argentina down
Argentina are on the brink of World Cup elimination and there is only one man to blame, Jorge Sampaoli. DEAN WORKMAN explores.
How much longer can Khune save Chiefs?
As Itumeleng Khune reaches the age of 31, how much longer can the shot-stopper hold things together at Kaizer Chiefs? DEAN WORKMAN explores.
Senegal prove that self-belief is everything
Led by the youngest and only black coach at the tournament, Senegal became the first African nation to secure victory at the 2018 World Cup – a feat which should be celebrated, re-told and revered, writes MARSHALL GOUTS.
To beat the best, you have to be at your best
Missed goalscoring opportunities and a few perplexing decisions from some coaches have aided to Africa’s poor start to the 2018 World Cup, writes MARSHALL GOUTS.