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Old 05-31-2010, 07:43 PM
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With Messi in full flow, Argentina is a pretty safe bet.



Well, WC 2010 is already abuzz with plenty of happenings right now.

Germany have lost as many as 5 players to injuries so far, including their captain and key player Michael Ballack.

Some pretty glaring omissions by Brazil for their final squad.

Plus, a new "perfectly round" tournament ball which is giving most of the goalkeepers and players plenty of sleepless nights.

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Meanwhile, goalkeepers in particular are getting more vociferous about the official ball to be used at the tournament.

Italy striker Giampaolo Pazzini felt it was a "disaster" for both goalkeepers and forwards because it is so light and moves around so much.

Spain keeper Iker Casillas has likened it to a beachball.

Italy counterpart Gianluigi Buffon described the ball as "absolutely inadequate", while Brazilian Julio Cesar has said it was like one purchased in a supermarket.
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