not so beautiful game

first of all, I'm a big fan of football (that's 'soccer' for us north americans). I played the game for many years and I still like to watch it. however, watching the world cup games, I am disgusted that there hasn't been more a clamp down on the pathetic acting and whinging that goes on.

why is it that these athletes have absolutely no tolerance for contact? rugby players seem to be able to play their game without rolling around on the turf every time someone looks at them the wrong way.

fortunately, it seems that a lot of people are fed-up. I found this blogger talking about the phenomenon.

give it up boys, how about you start acting like men.