Courtside Post

By Raphael Perahia

In his second-to-last installment, Raphael Perahia breaks down the surprise thriller that was the 3rd place contest, discusses the game’s stars including El Pulpo Paul, as well as the benefits of Brazilian bars.

By Raphael Perahia

Following hot on the heels of the cruelest losses that I have seen in any football tournament, I was hopeful that Saturday would be better. Ghana’s heartache reminded me of my last blog post and how cruel football can be. Unlike most American sports, the better team does not always win. Like life, football can be “the best of times and the worst of times”. Bet you never thought I’d hit you with a Dickens quote. Booyah.

Raphael Perahia explains how the World Cup can be a cruel mistress and why England diehards, despite years of heartbreak, keep coming back for more.