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London Olympics 2012

Posted on July 28, 2012 by Noelia
27 Jul to 12 Aug 2012 - Olympics in London (United Kingdom)

‘Happy and glorious’: praise for the London 2012 Olympic Games Paralympic Games to follow 29 Aug – 9 Sept Paralympic Games Official website The President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), Jacques Rogge, declared the Games of the 30th Olympiad closed just before midnight: ‘We will never forget the smiles, the kindness and the support of the wonderful volunteers, the much-needed heroes of these Games. He also thanked the public for their enthusiastic support. ‘You, the spectators and the public, … Continue reading →

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London Olympics 27 July-12 August 2012 – GO

Posted on July 14, 2012 by Renee
Travel story

The London 2012 Summer  Olympic Games are open   The Olympic Cauldron is lit     Opening Ceremony – The Olympic Rings sparkle in formation above the Stadium The Olympic Rings take glowing form above the Stadium, freshly forged, to bring the Industrial Revolution scene to a close.         Only 1 hour to go! Welcome to the greatest show on Earth! Spectators take their seats in Olympic Stadium as excitement builds ahead of Opening Ceremony Excited Olympics … Continue reading →

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France 3 vs 2 Iceland – EURO 2012 Intl Friendly

Posted on May 28, 2012 by Mina
27 May 2012 - Football (soccer) in Valenciennes (France)

France came from behind to complete a 3-2 win over Iceland after a lively friendly encounter in Valenciennes. Laurent Blanc’s men trailed deep into the match, but the introduction of Olivier Giroud inspired his team to a win in their first warm-up game ahead of Euro 2012 With Germany losing 5-3 to Switzerland and Holland going down 2-1 to Bulgaria in other friendlies on Saturday, France looked likely to fall to another a shock loss when Iceland moved 2-0 ahead … Continue reading →

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Football lovers won’t miss the final tonight at Futball Arena München (Munich, Germany)

Posted on May 19, 2012 by Harper
Travel story

Chelsea wins over Bayern Munich (Chelsea win 4-3 on penalties) Didier Drogba scores the winning penalty!   Full time Bayern Munich 1-1 Chelsea Penalties? Effing hell. 2nd extended time  108′ Lahm (Bayern) has missed another outstanding opportunity. 1st extended time 93′ PENALTY to BAYERN! And it’s Drogba who has conceded it on Ribery 95′ CECH HAS SAVED IT!!!!!!! This defies belief. Robben smashed the penalty hard and low to the left of Cech, who got down and just keep the … Continue reading →

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