Round one Wrap Up When the television ratings are finally calculated for the 2006 World Cup it is estimated that more than 30 billion people will have tuned in for the tournament. That number will make this the most successful sporting event in the history of the world.
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Now that cultural diversity can be witnessed in the comfort of your own home.
To help accommodate our Spanish viewers, OMNI.1 Television is offering select World Cup matches in Spanish, using a technology called Secondary Audio Programming
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OMNI TV SPECIAL – WORLD CUP ECONOMICS THE skills are breathtaking, the excitement intense: moments of individual genius flash against the background of expertly-drilled teamwork. For a whole month, from June 9th to July 9th, much of the human race will put aside the mundane distractions of politics, business and the daily struggle to earn a living. Instead, it will focus on “GERMANY 2006”. But Why?
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Ronaldinho Tops Money List The list of the World's most valuable players has been released and, according to Bloomberg News, Ronaldinho is topping the charts. Barcelona values the FIFA World Player of the Year at a whopping 57 million dollars U.S. The Brazilian's value has nearly doubled in the last the three years as Barcelona paid Paris Saint Germain 31 million dollars US for his services in 2003, a deal that looks more and more like a bargain in hindsight!
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The Best of the Best You’ve read the best of the rest, and now it’s time for the best of the best. A look at the top players in each position ahead of this summer’s FIFA World Cup. The list takes into account previous World Cup performances and how well they played in recent matches for their country, club form is secondary.
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The Best of the Rest While there will be plenty of pre-tournament hype regarding the players and teams that will be participating at the 2006 FIFA World Cup, there are a number of exceptional soccer stars who will not be taking part in this summer’s event. Here now is a look at the best of the rest.
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United States : An Upward Swing In recent years, the United States have solidified themselves as one of soccer’s international powerhouses. They are making their fifth straight appearance at the World Cup and are looking to build on their 2002 quarter-final finish.
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Ukraine : Powered by Shevy The Ukraine is about to participate in its first ever World Cup. But their supposed lack of international experience shouldn’t fool anyone because this country has been pouring out star players for years.
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Dado Prso: Short on Vowels, Big on Talent Miladin “Dado” Prso went from being a fringe player at various clubs in Croatia to the obscurity of the French lower divisions before rising to prominence with Ajaccio. In two seasons with the modest French club he netted 20 goals before firmly establishing his reputation at Monaco as one of Europe’s most capable strikers.
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WORLD CUP STADIUMS: Berlin - Olympiastadion
The Olympiastadion, which is Germany’s second largest arena, is based in Berlin has been specially reconstructed for the 2006 FIFA World Cup and will be the venue for six matches including the Final on July the 9th. Unlike some of the other World Cup venues in Germany, The Olympiastadion is steeped in history and tradition. The stadium was inaugurated in 1936, just in time for the Summer Olympics. The building survived World War two with little damage and at one point was used as the headquarters for the British military.
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FIFA announces all-stars
FIFA announced its All-World Cup team on Friday.
The Italians led the way with seven nominations while the France had four.
The winner of the prestigious Golden Ball which is awarded to the most valuable player will be announced on Monday morning.
Defenders: Roberto Ayala (Argentina), John Terry (England), Lilian Thuram (France), Philipp Lahm (Germany), Fabio Cannavaro (Italy), Gianluca Zambrotta (Italy), Ricardo Carvalho (Portugal).
Midfielders: Ze Roberto (Brazil), Patrick Vieira (France), Zinedine Zidane (France), Michael Ballack (Germany), Andrea Pirlo (Italy), Gennaro Gattuso (Italy), Luis Figo (Portugal), Maniche (Portugal).
Strikers: Hernan Crespo (Argentina), Thierry Henry (France), Miroslav Klose (Germany), Francesco Totti (Italy), Luca Toni (Italy).
Golden Ball nominees: Zinedine Zidane (France), Thierry Henry (France), Patrick Vieira (France), Fabio Cannavaro (Italy), Michael Ballack (Germany), Miroslav Klose (Germany), Maniche (Portugal)
By Gregor Chisholm, July 7th
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