It says something about the longevity of this site that we are now into our second World Cup. (2002 tournament started around here.) As tradition demands, England’s first match has been greeted with disdain, despite the victory (1-0 v Paraguay). It happens every time. And why shouldn’t it? It’s a marathon remember? Start slowly. And we always do. In 2002, we drew with Sweden in our first game.… READ MORE.... …