Viva la Furia Roja!

By Tim Leberecht - July 11, 2010

Viva la Furia Roja! Viva Espana! Congratulations on a well-deserved win. Your football was a one piece of beautiful design. 

But we also feel with our Dutch colleagues and friends. Thank you for a fantastic World Cup, and keep in mind:  "It's better to fail with your own vision rather than following another man's vision." Johan Cruyff.

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GER vs. ESP: Subtle Signs

By Tim Leberecht - July 6, 2010

After all the anticipation, controversy, and analysis, it all comes down to a simple formula: Germany versus Spain. Before the mouth-watering semi-final in Durban, the German media is having a blast. I guess it's one of the beauties of the World Cup that it can convert deeply rooted stereotypes into more subtle narratives...well, sort of. :)

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