Adobe Flash Player Required.
Download the latest version here.

David Basheer

Who is Nathan Tinkler?

23 September 2010

Nathan Tinkler is a paradox: a big man with big achievements in a short period of time, but a man who shuns publicity, preferring to act rather than speak.

Continue Reading "Who is Nathan Tinkler?"

 

Do they see what we see?

3 September 2010

Just how the FFA MRP came to its decision that Patricio Perez and Michael Baird took dives has consumed Australian football this week.

Continue Reading "Do they see what we see?"

 

Football’s true gentleman

6 July 2010

In Cape Town, I heard the news of Allan Crisp’s passing, he was a dedicated football writer, a man of great integrity and humility who radiated warmth and a whimsical personality.

Continue Reading "Football’s true gentleman"

 

World Cup lights up

3 July 2010

Yellow and oranje clashed spectacularly as Samba flair collided with total football in a World Cup treat.

Continue Reading "World Cup lights up"

 

FIFA, it's time to act

29 June 2010

The time has come for the rules concerning video technology, opponents and fans to be respected and common sense to prevail.

Continue Reading "FIFA, it's time to act"

 

About this blog

DAVID
BASHEER

David Basheer

World Cups and Champions League football are just par for the course for SBS's No1. commentator, who also hosts The World Game program.
Read More.

ADVERTISEMENT

Meet Our Bloggers

Les Murray

Fondly known as 'Mr Football', Les has been directly involved in all the major events covered by SBS Sport, including five World Cup football tournaments. Follow @lesmurraysbs on Twitter.

Craig Foster

As SBS’s chief football analyst, Craig provides expert opinion and unrivalled insight. He has also represented the Socceroos and played abroad. Follow @Craig_Foster on Twitter.

Ned Zelic

Considered one of Australia's most gifted players, Ned Zelic represented the Socceroos 34 times over a decorated career that spanned Europe, Asia and the United Kingdom. Follow @NedZelic on Twitter.

David Zdrilic

After years playing abroad and a 20-goal career for the Socceroos, David turned his hand to football punditry and is a beach football fanatic. Follow @zdrila on Twitter.

Scott McIntyre

Scott’s passion and knowledge of Asian football has consolidated his reputation as Australia’s foremost Asian football expert.

Vitor Sobral

Vitor commentates for SBS and works as a presenter for The World Game. His passion for European football resonates through his blogs. Follow @Vitor_TWG on Twitter.

Philip Micallef

Philip Micallef is a football writer with almost 40 years of experience. He has worked for News Limited and now SBS. He is a long-time follower of AC Milan.

The Circus

The Circus is The World Game's regular look at the beautiful game from left field. So join us every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday for something a little more light-hearted than the norm.

Tim Vickery

British-born Tim works as a journalist and has lived in Brazil since 1994 and provides unrivalled knowledge of South American football.

Cornell Heyden

Hailing from Amsterdam, Ajax tragic Cornell vander Heyden has over 12 years of journalism experience and cites covering the 2006 World Cup among his career highlights. Follow @dvanda101 on Twitter.

UEFA Champions League final

UEFA Champions League final

German bundesliga rival rivals Bayern Munich and Borussia dortmund faced off in the final of the 2012-2013 UEFA Champions League final.

0 Comments

The Da Vinci Cup (DVD)

The Da Vinci Cup (DVD)

Join Pauly Falzoni of Fat Pizza fame as he takes us behind the secret conspiracy of the world’s biggest sport.

The Fabric of the Cosmos (DVD)

The Fabric of the Cosmos (DVD)

A mind-blowing new exploration of space, time, and the very nature of reality.

  • '09 #1 Sports Soccer Website, Hitwise
  • '09 #1 Television Program, Hitwise
  • '08 #1 Sports Soccer Website, Hitwise