South Africa vs France

Each Country’s style of football tends to play into stereotype about its country Italian football Stylish and defensive German Football Efficient effective Brazil football fun and samba Spanish easy on the eye French football is identified in an artistic streak, always prized the  unpredictable artist and that shows in PLatini,juis Fontaine in the 1950s and 60s and enter the artist of all artists who was the ultimate exponent of that.He had a film following his every movement in a random game against Vilareal in the Spanish Liga and it portrays simplicity in perfection,following his graceful touch and skill.Zinedine Zidane who since retiring,France have failed to win in 6 competitive matches was really missed tonight and would of been extremely sad and ashamed of what has gone on.How can you stereotype a nation in this tournament that has no freedom to express  or paint their destiny.A ridicule in french history is what will be remembered in South Africa 2010 with Dominque being responsible for this shame.Sure the players will be held responsible,the coaching staff who almost got physical with their own Captain Patrice Evra forcing them to withdraw themselves from training.Petulance and an audacity by Dominique and his staff to hold their head up high and their hands clean when it is everything but.Why did the French FA announce his departure before the World Cup and the replacement Laurent Blanc waiting in the wings? The Nicolas Anelka situation following his bust up with the Manager was sent home for failing to apologise after falling out in the Dressing room and one of the squad players leaking to the press the situation.Alot happens in  a changing room but what happens in the changing room stays in there and a lid should be kept on that,not condoning the reported language used by Anelka.7 players were dropped for today’s game against South Africa with their captain Evra and most experienced player Thierry Henry sitting on the bench.South Africa ended their Group A campaign on a high note with a battling win over France, but the hosts were still eliminated from the World Cup on goal difference.

Carlos Alberto Parreira’s side become the first host nation to fail to reach the second round of the tournament but they can hold their heads high after a performance full of spirit and endeavour.Bongani Khumalo gave Bafana Bafana the lead against the run of play, and when Yoann Gourcuff was harshly dismissed midway through the first period the hosts smelled history. The impressive Katlego Mphela struck before the break, but chances were missed and when Florent Malouda pulled a goal back for their guests, the Rainbow Nation’s dream was effectively ended.Their elimination will bring disappointment to their fanatical supporters but at least they have had moments to savour in the tournament, unlike France, who depart after a hugely disappointing showing on and off the pitch. South Africa 2 France 1