It doesn’t matter whether you think football is nothing more than a silly game, you see, there is something larger here that should anger each and every South African.
Another letter has emerged in the exchange leading up to the payment of the $10 million, this time sent by Danny Jordaan and calling officials out by name.
Those who involved themselves in the illicit dealings that led to us being awarded the 2010 must be really feeling the heat. Here come the Hawks.
As FIFA executives fall like dominoes and begin to blabber Jack Warner has joined the chorus – although he still maintains his innocence in the face of overwhelming evidence.
Whilst all football lovers around the world are less than delighted with FIFA’s conduct, David Beckham has his own reasons for being disgusted at the corruption scandal.
This afternoon’s press conference saw Minister of Sport and Recreation Fikile Mbalula stick to his guns and condemn the allegations of corruption during the 2010 World Cup bid.
I adore Gareth Cliff and his strong opinions. They’re usually the truth and are well backed up with facts. Much like this one, which has started a little Twitter war.
The man who sits front and centre in the accusations against South Africa’s 2010 World Cup bid is in a world of trouble. There’s now more forces hot on his heels.
As Sepp flees for safety let’s take a stroll down memory lane and relive some of his finer and more poignant moments. What’s that you say about women’s football Sepp?
Football fans around the world breathed a collective sigh of relief yesterday as Sepp Blatter abandoned ship and resigned as president of FIFA. You’re not getting away that easily.
There is nothing more adrenaline pumping than when a cyclist almost kills you as you innocently attempt a pedestrian crossing. But does it need this result?
Yes, this is pretty much the proof we’ve all been waiting for – the explosive piece of evidence that lays bare our corrupt 2010 World Cup bid.
As South African officials clamour to deny any wrongdoing during the 2010 World Cup bid it seems cracks are beginning to appear. First to break ranks was Danny Jordaan.
With America practically attacking poor Sepp Blatter (god, what a name, I love saying it) he is almost surely looking around for a few people to take his side…
Whilst the indictment served by the US is yet to name exactly which South African officials were dishing out bribes, we may be closer to the truth.
As scrutiny around the conduct of FIFA and its corrupt officials rages on today’s congress in Zurich saw violent threats made against the organisation. People are angry.
Having grown up in and around Buckingham Palace you would expect Prince William to have picked a London-based team to support. Alas he chose Villa and is paying the price.
It’s almost possible, whilst flicking through channels, to come across ‘Cool Runnings’ and not be tempted to watch Sanka in action. Of course Jamaica has many more strings to its bow.
Of all the countries in the world why is it that the US is coming at FIFA the hardest? There couldn’t be some kind of ulterior motive could there?
He has a reputation for being somewhat outspoken, and Fikile Mbalula did not disappoint during his stone-cold denial of the allegations against South Africa’s 2010 World Cup bid.
It’s embarrassing enough being caught in the midst of a massive corruption scandal, but it’s even worse when you need help to pay your own bribes.
Piers had the knives well and truly sharpened yesterday when he unleashed an insult-laden attack on FIFA’s top dog. Tell us what you really think Piers.
In what should come as a shock to absolutely nobody who follows football, corrupt Fifa officials are finally feeling the long arm of the law. Next stop, Sepp Blatter.
It really is the end of celeb spotting season – Cannes is over, Monaco is over, we’ve had the Met Gala. All that’s left is to follow Kendall Jenner and her daily routine.
No, early 1990’s stoners, Bodhi hasn’t risen from the ashes and returned to the beach to catch more big waves. This remake, however, does has a few plot twists that look pretty epic.
You would expect most professional sportsmen are well-versed in the high fives department. That still can’t prevent the odd shocker, like this gem from the weekend.
Whilst Lewis Hamilton was vying for first place at the Monaco Grand Prix this weekend, the usual gaggle of celebs was in full swing, taking selfies and swarming all over the cars.
Looks like security needs to be upped a dash or we’re going to have Roger crying like Andy, and goodness knows we do not need another sobbing, snotty, whining tennis player.
Cycling the streets of Cape Town is perilous business, and judging by this video it pays to obey the rules of the road in the UK as well. That light is red for a reason.
Lewis Hamilton and his Mercedes team made a monumental error yesterday at the Monaco Grand Prix, a track where it is notoriously difficult to overtake. Lewis wasn’t happy.