Thursday evening marked the kick off of soccer’s World Cup and South Africa is booming with excitement, celebrating their first time hosting the largest sporting event in the world. The opening ceremony last night featured performances from Shakira, John Legend, Alicia Keys, and Hugh Masakela who all played a variety of African to enthusiastic throngs. The first match between South Africa and Mexico began early this morning. What matches are you most excited to see? Which team will be the final victor? And the perennial Southern California question—will Mexico do better than the U.S.?

Guest:

Steve Cohen, host of World Football Daily.com, a daily podcast devoted to the world of soccer