The Cup Runeth Over

The end of the group stage is upon us and already there are countries who are falling by the wayside. Last night Trinidad and Tobago, Paraguay, Poland and Costa Rrrrricaaaa spilled over the edge. Ivory Coast and Serbia & Montenegro play today but without a hope of moving through to the "Round of 16". Iran doesn't have a hope in hell, and it's no go Togo but most of the other teams still have a chance at taking out the cup that looks nothing like a cup.

For the lay of the land check out this BBC page that maps it all out in succinct English.

Australia is in a good position. We only need to draw against Croatia, who are ranked a good twenty points above us (but six lower than Japan). On our side, the Croatians play a more recognisable game than Japan and we should be able to take them.

I am positive complacency is not on the cards in the Australian camp. I don't think the Socceroos will ever, ever have to learn that lesson again.

And how cute is that photo of Kewell and Cahill. Thanks FIFA, you're the best!

Tags: World Cup, Australia, football