Speaking entirely objectively, with NO consideration of my own heritage, and no bias whatsoever as I am above such suspicion and need not justify, it is my pompous statement of fact that Italy will be crowned 2006 world champion of soccer, and will be as deserving of the title as any team who has ever earned the honor.
/cbs journalism 101
Two words: Who cares?
I just don't get the whole fascination with soccer. I find it incredibly boring and a waste of time. Let them use their hands already. Soccer was always for the kids who had no hand/eye coordination but hey, they can run after a ball! To me it just reeks of multi-culturalism. Shorten the field and have a narrower goal, than it might be interesting but until then....BORING!
Bill