In keeping with my effort to write more about soccer, I reviewed Joe Latakgomo’s amazing book about the history of South African soccer for ESPN Soccernet, the largest soccer publication in the world.
CHECK OUT THE REVIEW HERE.
–Deji Olukotun
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I am pleased to announce the coming release of my work Nigerians in Space.
The novel is set in Nigeria, South Africa, and the U.S. Selected chapters have been published but the work has not been found in one complete volume.
The website will blast off soon. Meanwhile, enjoy the cover.
–Deji Olukotun
Cover (c) 2010 Deji Olukotun
Filed under: Uncategorized on July 14th, 2010 | 1 Comment »
The Linesmen Shuffle
Graham Poll, erstwhile referee who handed out three yellow cards to the same player at the world cup – and who happens to be an astute writer – called the movement of a linesman an absurd shuffle. And it is very amusing. The linesman must track the last defender or the last striker [...]
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Have you ever wondered why little Argentina and Barcelona star Lionel Messi always seems to get calls his way? Sometimes it seems unfair when seemingly minor fouls result in free kicks – usually direct – or yellow cards.
Are the referees biased? Do they protect him because he’s small? Maybe. But a better reason may be [...]
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strong>Big game, Big decisions
The opening game of World Cup 2010 started with a bang. Some great goals, and, from a referee’s perspective, some tough decisions. (Which means great.)
The Offside decision against Carlos Vela
Mexico striker Carlos Vela put the ball in the back of the net after a mad charge by Khune, the South African goalkeeper, [...]
Filed under: Uncategorized on June 11th, 2010 | No Comments »
