Ever dreamt of the world's largest coin?

And that too in gold, weighing approximately 100kg? Such was the scene when the World's largest gold coin went on sale for $4m at an auction in London. It is one of only five Canadian Maple Leaf coins that carry a face value of almost $1m, which bears the image of Queen Elizabeth II.

Worth the bargain?

So what happens to the 2006 World Champs?

This must be the question in many minds. I came across an interesting read, describing the flogging handed to the teams after their respective dismal showings:

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/world/europe/10402967.stm

The Reality amidst the fanfare at the 2010 FIFA World Cup

So is the FIFA WC '10 to benefit Africa in general or even the hosts for that matter?

I came across this piece in The Independent newspaper, where radical Sowetan columnist Andile Mngxitama said all Fifa is giving Africa is a month-long feel-good episode which will do little, long-term, to change perceptions or economic realities.

Makes for an interesting reflection into the rich governing body that boasts of "giving back to the game".

http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/news-and-comment/the-ugly-truth-about-the-beautiful-game-1989953.htm