The beginning

The World Cup is about to get a boost. Three of us are descending on Southern Africa to experience everything related to the World Cup by way of a road trip while the 2010 World Cup is going on.

Our road trip begins when we land in Malawi at noon on June 11th. First stop, a crowded bar in Lilongwe (capital city) to watch the opening game. From there we plan to drive through Malawi, Mozambique and Zimbabwe--stopping for the France vs Mexico match in Polokwane on June 17th—continuing to Johannesburg and on to Swaziland.

We will watch every game on TV, wherever we are, taking in the World Cup experience with whoever we find at the moment of the game. The World Cup is hosted by South Africa, but our view is that it is happening all over the continent and it affects all of Africa. For all intents and purposes, this is Africa's World Cup!

We live and work in the Bay Area and have extensive life experience in Africa (born, raised and/or worked), but most importantly—we love football (soccer)!! Our perspective is one where we feel at ease with both the international football community and amongst everyday Africans. We know international football: names, teams, history and lore, country playing styles, etc. We aren’t shy: we will find where the people are and talk to them about life and football. We can communicate in seven languages, we'll get pictures with fans, events... and we'll show the world how Africa parties, hehehe!!

So, the countdown is on. 5 days to go. Come back and follow these 90 exciting minutes from the most exciting event in the world.