World Cup Day 1

Told you I'd write a daily wrap-up of the World Cup, so here it is.

Opening Match: South Africa v Mexico

Mexico started strong the first half, but Khune's heroics between the pipes kept RSA in the game. Mexico had an almost-guaranteed lead towards the end of the half, but it was called back for a quite rare offsides call, with the goalie being the second-to-last opponent.

Second half, RSA came out with spirit. Tschabalala (I honestly enjoy saying his name) put Bufana Bufana up in the 56th minute on a gorgeous breakaway goal, finishing in the upper 90. Mexico would tie it back up a little while later off a short corner, crossed to Marquez. Mpene would have one last chance in the 90th minute to give RSA the full 3 points, but would be denied by the post.

Match 2: Uruguay v France

Uruguay controlled this game the whole time through their defense. There were no solid scoring chances until the 2nd half, when Theirry Henry subbed on for Nikolas Anelka. Uruguayan Nicolas Lodeiro debuted in the 63rd minute, but would see his debut only last for 16 minutes, before retiring to the locker room early. Uruguay still controlled their third of the pitch and kept Ribery, Henry and France's attack harmless.

I'll be back tomorrow with the recap of the day, and a special edition for USA v England.

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