Football Medic Saves the Day

The humble medic is often a forgotten cast member in the theatre of sport. Sometimes, however, the medic’s presence is invaluable. Here is but one example.

Toxoplasmosis and World Cup Glory

Toxoplasmosis rears its ugly head again. Could it really determine who wins the World Cup?

New Zealand All Whites: World’s No.1 soccer team

All Whites undefeated in World Cup Finals since 1982

All Whites: undefeated in the World Cup since 1982.

Retrieval 101

A footballer has sustained an injury. The game can’t restart until the injured player has left the pitch. There is a perfectly good stretcher and two fit and healthy stretcher-bearers. The injured man is only two meters from the sideline.

What could go wrong?