From the terraces

The Black Stars are shining all the way. Ghana has made the whole of Africa proud. Keep shining. Sean, Johannesburg.

Even if Ghana does not make it to the final, they have already proved a force to reckon with in Africa and beyond. This is a World Cup in Africa for Africa. Joseph Pazvakarehwa, Durban.

Spain is not performing to their standard; they have so much talent in the field to their bench. Their performance did not deserve to see them past the first round. They should have joined Italy on their way home. Freddy Huni, Bulawayo.

South Africa bowled out in style. We can never ask for more from them, humiliating France was something I loved with a passion. France cheated Ireland when Thierry Henry scored by hand and going home early is what they deserved. Raymond Manyengavana, Mutare.

I wouldnt mind watching Argentina and Germany in the final. Maradona is a coach in a class of his own and winning all his group matches proved his worth. Though seemingly a bit overzealous on the touchline, his character on the bench is bringing color to the competition. Its his time to shine as a coach. Lloyd Mupfumi, Johannesburg.

England is not performing well. With that kind of display they paraded in the first round they can even to lose to Manchester United. Rooney plays better at club level, he hasnt shown anything at this competition. Peter Chigovere, Pretoria.