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Brazil 2014
Follow our count-down to the next World Cup which kicks off 13 June 2014 in Brazil. It will be the first time in 36 years that South America is hosting football's premier event.

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THE ALL-TIME WORLD CUP
Did you ever wonder if Paolo Maldini could withstand Garrincha? Could Batistuta have scored against Lev Yashin? Would Zidane and Platini have fitted into one team? Nobody will ever know since these were stars from different eras. But there is good news! Now Planet World Cup brings you The All Time World Cup.
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Ruud Doevendans:
Torn
(Jul 12) 2010
I feel torn. Only one day ago, Holland lost the World Cup final. It may as well, after just ten years, have been our Match of the Century. And I feel torn between the supporter in me and the trainer/analyst. Yesterday evening, moments after the match, the supporter won it. Definitely. Yes.... [Read more]

Pierre Boisrond:
World Cup Final preview: Holland vs Spain
(Jul 11) 2010
First, Let's Congratulate Germany in winning the 3rd place by beating Uruguay 3-2. Today the two best teams in the World Cup will face each other for the ultimate big prize. Both teams do have a similar game, but I think the teams that manage the midfield better will end up being.... [Read more]



- 16 January 2011 -


1986 - Quarterfinal - France vs Brazil 1-1 (4-3 a.p.): Voted the fourth best World Cup match of all time by Planet World Cup readers. Zico, Socrates, Careca, Platini, Giresse and Tigana. Enjoy!

Pierre Boisrond:
Spanish Armada conquered the Germans
(Jul 08) 2010
Spain has booked a trip to the 2010 World Cup Final after beating Germany 1-0. They will face the Netherlands. The Spaniards have completely shut down the German submarine and also schooled the Germans on football 101: how to maintain possession of the.... [Read more]

Ruud Doevendans:
Reaching the Final
(Jul 07) 2010
It is unbelievable. My grandfather, who loved football and lived from 1903 until 1973, never saw his country reach the World Cup final. I am 45 now. Next Sunday will be ‘my’ third World Cup final with Holland. That’s how it can go. I think I may say that I am not a nationalistic person. I will never.... [Read more]

Pierre Boisrond:
Holland in the World Cup final after 32 years
(Jul 07) 2010
After 32 years, Holland has earned a trip to the 2010 World Cup Final by beating Uruguay 3-2. Sneijder and Robben have shown up to send Uruguay to the 3rd place team. It was a great win for the Dutch. I may not remember 1974 since I was too young at the time. But I did remember.... [Read more]

Pierre Boisrond:
Preview of semifinals; URU v NED & GER v SPA
(Jul 06) 2010
The Netherlands are clearly the favorite to win this game. However the Uruguayans are not going to make it easy for them. The key of the game for Holland will remain on how Sneijder, Van Persie, and Robben can link upfront to pierce the Uruguayan defense. Holland eliminated.... [Read more]

Pierre Boisrond:
German submarine sank Argentina; Spain escaped Paraguay
(Jul 04) 2010
Germany today gave a lesson of football to Argentina at the Green Point Stadium in Cape Town, South Africa. The Internationals of Germany have totally humiliated the Argentines. The Germans have destroyed the pupils of Diego Armando Maradona. It was a magnificent.... [Read more]

Pierre Boisrond:
Disappointment in Brazil; Mourning in Africa
(Jul 03) 2010
Holland has always been an orange machine and they deserved to win this game because they wanted more than Brazil. Throughout the tournament, the Brazilians seemed to be a bit arrogant thinking that they could turn it on at anytime. However, we have seen today that they could.... [Read more]

Pierre Boisrond:
Quarterfinal previews
(Jul 02) 2010
The Brazilians are always sure of themselves that they can win any World Cup. And who can argue with them. I guess that the Holland Internationals would have something to say about that. Brazil is Brazil and they know how to win those types of games. One must also say, this is the toughest.... [Read more]

Pierre Boisrond:
Paraguay and Spain earned tickets to the quarterfinals
(Jun 30) 2010
The Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria, South Africa was the site for the second round game between Japan vs. Uruguay. It was a game where both teams were playing with lot of cautions. It was a very physical game and this might be one of the worst game in the World.... [Read more]

Pierre Boisrond:
Brazil and Holland march on to the quarterfinals
(Jun 29) 2010
The battle between Netherlands and Slovakia took place at the Durban Stadium in Durban, South Africa. It was a game that the Dutch did not have to play their majestic football to beat the Slovaks. The game ended 2-1 in favor of Holland. I believe most pundits would have given the Dutch.... [Read more]

Pierre Boisrond:
Germany and Argentina through after referee controversy
(Jun 28) 2010
The battle between the European Contenders, Germany and England took place at the Free State Stadium in Bloemfontein, South Africa. It was a game that the whole world was looking forward to. It was not a disappointed game but Germany had completely destroy England 4-1 with the.... [Read more]

Pierre Boisrond:
Uruguay through; Ghana ended US dream
(Jun 27) 2010
The rendez-vous on June 26th was at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium, Port Elizabeth, South Africa for the game between Uruguay vs. South Korea. The South Koreans did not come to speculate in this game. Their main objective was to win the game and earned a birth to the quarter.... [Read more]





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VOTING RESULTS: Top 100 World Cup Players - Due to the huge amount of votes, we actually managed to make a Top 100 list after all. Thanks everyone for your contributions.

WORLD CUP STATISTICS 1930-2010
Most, fewest, oldest, youngest, best, worst, firsts, lasts and streaks about anything.

Teams and results
Players
Penalty shoot-outs
Discipline
The Final
Continent vs continent
Miscellaneous

ALL WORLD CUPS 1930-2010

A detailed look at every tournament down the years.
 1930 Uruguay       1978 Argentina
 1934 Italy         1982 Spain
 1938 France        1986 Mexico
 1950 Brazil        1990 Italy
 1954 Switzerland   1994 United States
 1958 Sweden        1998 France
 1962 Chile         2002 Korea/Japan
 1966 England       2006 Germany
 1970 Mexico        2010 South Africa
 1974 West Germany  2014 Brazil

COLUMNS & ARTICLES

A number of enthusiasts and experts have written hundreds of World Cup related articles on voluntary basis for Planet World Cup through the years. From nerdy statistical stuff to emotional personal experiences as fans. We always look for new contributors. If you would like to write for this website, please mail me.

THE WORLD CUP ALL-TIME TABLE 1930-2010

Detailed information about countries who have participated in the World Cup.

WORLD CUP LEGENDS

Around 70 profiles of many of the most influential players who have shaped the history of the tournament.

WORLD CUP MASCOTS

Every mascot since it was introduced in 1966.

WORLD CUP QUIZ

Test your knowledge about the World Cup. No prizes to win, just for fun.

THE WORLD CUP FROM A TO Z

Short stories and trivia about the World Cup.

WORLD CUP ORIGINS

Some information about the early days and how the World Cup came of age.
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