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Top 10: Reason to get excited for the World Cup

Rugby World Cup

There's a real 'buzz' building globally for the World Cup now! The kits have been revealed, the teams are being announced, the fans are preparing, the songs have started - the list goes on.

1. 8 games in the Millennium Stadium

The Rugby World Cup also brings 8 games to the land of the dragon, 8 games split between 6 pool matches and 2 knockout finals. Cardiff gets to show its true colours - a huge occasion for the capital. 2 of the games include Wales, the first against Uruguay and the second against Fiji. We're sure that the Welsh fans won't let the boys down.

2. The Haka

The All Blacks, who will also descend on Cardiff through the course of the World Cup, will be blessing our eyes and ears with the sound and sight of the almighty Haka. A spine tingling tradition, which rugby fans from all over the world love. Wembley, The Olympic Stadium, Millennium Stadium, St James' Park and without a shadow of a doubt, Twickenham in the knockouts, will have the privilege of welcoming the Haka.

3. The ‘Pool of Death’

Yes, it is as scary as it sounds. Welcome back to the World Cup Uruguay…Australia, the hosts England, Wales, Fiji and Uruguay will battle it out in pool A to really test each country's full ability. Pundits across the globe predict that at least 1 team from this incredibly difficult pool, will be in the final… Who is your money on?

4. Rugby Almost EVERY DAY!!!

It's a rugby fan's dream! 22/43 days between the 18th of September and the 31st of October will include nothing other than rugby. Ranging from the North East to the South West and the North West to the South East. Rugby will be on our screens and in our stadiums. What a treat.

5. The Trophy

Isn't the Webb Ellis trophy one of the most eye-catching pieces of silverware in the world? The design is second to none and it makes its 8th appearance on the big stage. It's been lifted twice by New Zealand, South Africa and Australia, once by England. Will someone lift it for a 3rd time? A second time? Could we have someone winning it for the first time? Not long before we can answer that question...

6. Fun-Loving Fans

No rugby fan can say that they haven't been very excited and possibly over-excited at a rugby match. If one of your players was charging towards the try line you would be on your feet, screaming, waving your arms… some people might be dressed as something… we have seen some very… interesting…celebrations in the past.

7. Nigel Owens

The Welsh love him, the French love him, the Kiwi's love him… everyone loves him! If you can find anyone who doesn't love Nige, then I'll be very surprised. With his many quotes, excellent empathy, unique style of refereeing, we can safely say that Tonga v Georgia, South Africa v Scotland and France v Ireland (as well as the knock-out stages) will be excellent games of rugby.

8. All Black Dominance

The All Blacks, undoubtedly the best team ever. Owning the number 1 spot in the world rankings, Argentina, Tonga, Georgia and Namibia have a very tough world cup ahead. The unbelievable skill, understanding and quality of the players is outstanding. Are there any teams who can put the All Blacks to bed in this world cup?

9. Sweepstakes

Someone could be winning a lot of cash in the next few months… companies, families and schools globally have created a sweepstake in the hope that their team comes through. I'm sure whoever pulled the likes of New Zealand, South Africa, Australia ( and Wales of course) out of the box, will have been chuffed

10. IT'S THE WORLD CUP!!!

Who wouldn't be excited about the World Cup? Everyone is! It's a huge occasion. It's the world united. The whole of England and Wales will see a massive boost in tourism, and the atmosphere is set to be superb!

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