Today the World Cup 2010 kicked off. It began with 2 inspirational matches, which both ended in draws. Thrilling.
But we can expect to see some action and drama tomorrow as the USA and England compete in their first matches of the tourney. Vegas odds have England winning this one, a familiar occurrence in the lopsided rivalry. And even before this match has begun, the Brits already have the upper hand.
The injured David Beckham and the rest of the English team arrived in South Africa dressed to kill (their opponents), sporting some swanky, seamlessly tailored, three piece suits.
The short, old, bald dude in the back can't even suck in his throat fat enough to fasten the top button of his shirt. And he still looks better than the Americans.
Meanwhile, the American team stumbled off the plane in generic, unflattering track suits stylishly accented by the Nike logo, and creatively complemented with sneakers and baseball caps. And yes, they are in fact carrying their own luggage. At least they left the Crocs in the States. Or so we hope.
American fashionistas.
But that’s enough about clothes. Here’s Vegas’ guide to who will win the Cup…
Group A
South Africa 150/1 — Mexico 66/1 — Uruguay 50/1 — France 20/1
Group B
Argentina 6/1 — Nigeria 100/1 — South Korea 300/1 — Greece 150/1
Group C
England 8/1 — United States 50/1 — Algeria 500/1 — Slovenia 200/1
Group D
Germany 14/1 — Australia 150/1 — Serbia 66/1 — Ghana 66/1
Group E
Netherlands 9/1 — Denmark 150/1 — Japan 300/1 — Cameroon 100/1
Group F
Italy 14/1 — Paraguay 80/1 — New Zealand 1000/1 — Slovakia 250/1
Group G
Brazil 4/1 — North Korea 2000/1 — Ivory Coast 50/1 — Portugal 25/1
Group H
Spain 4/1 — Switzerland 200/1 — Honduras 1000/1 — Chile 40/1
And for your comedic enjoyment, the brilliant Stephen Colbert offered his insight into the World Cup (and Michael Jordan).
