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Worm Cup summary
This Worm Cup was full of the expected, and the unexpected. The atmosphere has been great. There were many suprises, Oriental Squad and Name failed to top their groups, which were won by Medieval Warriors and Super Horace Team respectively. The Tymes shocked Other Villains in a Play-Off, and reached the Third Round, beating seeded Spongebob Team in the Second Round, before losing to Super Joel Team. Holders Cyborgs were eliminated in the Third Round by Clean Queen Team, who experienced a brilliant return to form. There were epic matches in each round, the best of them being Nature Strike v Utensils in the Third Round. Masters reached the Quarter-Finals for the first time since 1999. The final was a great showpiece of supsense and attacking play. This Worm Cup has been an epic one.
Verdict: 8/10
Villains Win Worm Cup Again
Highly fancied The Villains No.1 have won the Worm Cup for the fifth time, and the first on home soil. The final was played in Berlin, against old rivals Sonic Team. When interviewed by a reporter, Vice-Captain Drachior had this to say:
"What a night! We have done it again! I have heard so many times about how we are under par, but now we win again, so I hope that is now forgotten".
The Villains' winger Zombie, who didn't play in any previous Worm Cup wins for the Villains, said this:
"I cannot believe the atmosphere! I have heard som many tales from my team-mates about winning this trophy. Now I will have my own tale to tell! Full credit to the guys, they have been great!"
Shadow Announces Retirement Date
Sonic Team veteran Shadow has recently announced when he will retire from International Worms. He issued this statement to the public:
"I've finally decided to just get on with Sonic Team and finish my Brazilian career. I can't travel as much as I used to and my retirement from Worms may come soon after. For now, I will just play for Sonic Team and finish my career after a while. I will retire from International Worming when Sonic Team do very well. I wish to leave on a high."
It is expected that he will remain in worming for a few more years and then retire. He has also mentioned working as a Manager in the future. If he becomes a Manager, his team will know that they have a brilliant player on their side.
