Boss wasn't happy, but I have layed England to lose against USA on Betfair. It's only a fiver but it's the gesture that counts.

France is playing tonight and the player attracting most attention is ... Domenech. He admittedly is an odd character. He proposed to his girlfriend on national TV on a post match interview. The one after France's exit from a massive game. he also picks is team based on astrological signs. I have nothing against stars, but I fear they couldn't care less about how France does at the world cup.

I am wearing a blue homemade t-shirt. That is the least I could do really. I'll be home tonight and watch the game on my own. I will then call my dad to hear: "it was close".

The colleagues were talking about the opening ceremony being great. I'll have to catch-up on whatever channel it was.