Posts Tagged ‘football’

England’s Early Exit Could Hit Economy

29, Jun 2010

Just when you’re starting to get over the disappointment of England failing to deliver yet again, you realise it’s going to cost you. And we’re not just talking about the thousands of people who’ve spent thousands of pounds on flights and accommodation in South Africa. A number of news sources are reporting that England’s capitulation [...]

YouTube Add “Fun” New Feature

24, Jun 2010

If you’re casually browsing YouTube today, and see a small football shaped button, don’t press it. For reasons known only to themselves, YouTube have added a “Vuvuzela Button” to a seemingly random selection of videos. And should you push that button, you’ll be treated to a cacophony of vuvuzela noise. You’ll get the full South [...]

World Cup Crunch Day – Millions Given Early Finish

23, Jun 2010

As England prepare to face Slovenia in their biggest match of the World Cup so far, businesses across the country are having to work out what to do with a workforce that maybe, just maybe, would rather be watching the match. Many schools and businesses (including FirstFound) will be finishing early to allow people to [...]

What the World Cup can Teach you About Online Marketing

18, Jun 2010

The World Cup is trying to teach you something. You might not be able to hear it yet, over the drone of the Vuvuzelas and the muttering of Mick McCarthy, but it’s speaking to you. Despite the sponsors, it’s not telling you to drink more cola, move your money to a particular bank or wear [...]

Yahoo Sign Beckham for the World Cup

14, Jun 2010

After a career at illustrious clubs such as Manchester United, Real Madrid, LA Galaxy and two stints at AC Milan, David Beckham has signed a lucrative contract with another giant – Yahoo! This move is the latest in Yahoo’s $100m brand marketing campaign, and will see the England player with most advert appearances notch up [...]


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