C’mon let’s face it, win or lose Hope Solo was going to be the cover of this weeks SI. Even in a loss it’s a win, win! Am I right? Anyway, Time Inc. Sports Group editor Terry McDonell explains the cover of this weeks Sports Illustrated featuring Hope Solo.
“The U.S. had just lost one of the greatest games ever played, and the emotions of that are complicated. And it’s reflected in the cover shot of Hope Solo, a nuanced mix of sadness and courage. She is looking back, thinking what might have been, but she is also looking to the future.”
19th July 2011
Notes: 10
You gotta hand it to Nike and the U.S. Women, even in defeat they still know how to seize their opportunity.
Was HOPE-ing for another Brandi Chastain sports bra moment for The United States today…NOPE. Congrats to Japan.
Amy Jo Martin Tweets:
“The USA @NikeWomen jerseys are each made out of about 8 recycled water bottles.”
What about the shorts and the socks?!
Overcome with emotion, Spanish captain kisses reporter (and girlfriend) on live TV after winning World Cup.
What a great, real moment. via soupsoup
Wonder how this interview would have went if Spain lost.
Reblogged From soupsoup
The real winner of the 2010 FIFA World Cup — Mandela’s hat.
Spain, the 2010 World Cup Champions. Let the celebration begin!
Glad the match didn’t go to penalty kicks. Congrats to Spain!
We tried to find a picture of Spain hoisting the World Cup but this was all we could find.
Who wants it more? via @diarioelheraldo
DENNIS BERGKAMP!!!!!!!! of the Netherlands quarter final goal at the 1998 World Cup against Argentina. Dutch commentary by Jack van Gelder.
We’re hoping for this kind of excitement on Sunday!
Who do you have in the World Cup final? Netherlands or Spain?
As some of you Tickr fans may know, our team is based in Toronto — one of the world’s most diverse cities. With almost 50% of the population born outside of Canada, after the host city, it may be the best place to experience World Cup fever.
That is of course, if you don’t mind seeing a ridiculous amount of lame car flags every where you turn.
Please note the cars that have two or even three flags displayed. Those are our favourite.
THE ONE Landon Donovan and teammates celebrate his go-ahead goal in the 92nd minute of stoppage time as the U.S. defeats Algeria, 1-0. They now await their next opponent from Group D in the knockout round beginning Saturday. (Photo: AP via Sports Illustrated)
Don’t be mad. You scored the winning goal.
Photo: Simon Bruty/SI
Is it possible Elton John had something to do with Referee Koman Coulibaly blowing that call against the United States? Anything is possible, we guess?
