Top blogs to follow the World Cup 2010

The World Cup is finally kicking off today and another good way to follow it is by participating online through blogs as they offer a chance to follow the games live, comment, interact with football players, participate in competitions and so much more.

Here is a list of good ones:

1. Caughtoffside.com
Caughtoffisde is one of the most popular football blogs on the net right now, and for good reason. With a dedicated World Cup liveblog page, which will update with every goal as well as opinion pieces that could leave you screaming at the screen, it's well worth a look.

2. Soccerlens.com
Soccerlens covers a lot of bases, from its blog though to a podcast series and a dedicated 'Babes' section to keep users interested at half time. They've even got their own kit testing section and are offering users the chance to blog for the World Cup, so if you fancy yourself as the next top blogger get on over there now.

3. Fantasyfootballscout.co.uk
Are you playing Metro's Free Fantasy Football World Cup game? If not, you should get yourself over there now and sign up for your chance to win a share of £30,000. But, before you make your final team selection you might want to check out Fantasy Football Scout, to make sure you aren't picking a crock at left back and your strikers are going to give you all the goals you need.

4. WorldCupBlog.org
With news, comment and questions galore the World Cup Blog is dedicated to asking the most important questions coming out of South Africa this summer. What's the best starting XI? Which injured star will you miss? Is gratuitous nudity necessary at a World Cup?

5. Whoateallthepies.tv
With key articles such as the 'Top 15 Showboaters ' and the 'Supermodel World Cup' Who Ate All The Pies brings you a quirky insight into the action in South Africa. Well worth a look, if only for ' Gratuitous Pictures Of Footballers Being Hit In The Face'

6. Footyfactor.com
With betting tips, historical pieces and detailed player analysis, Footy Factor is a great site for those wanting to learn a little more about what's happening at he 2010 World Cup.

7. thefootballramble.com
With frequent articles and World Cup preview pieces, The Football Ramble is a great place to catch an alternative round-up of World Cup goings-on. The Ramble Podcast is also well worth a mention and would be a great addition to your morning commute.

8. Backpagefootball.com
Back Page is one of the prettiest blogs we've come across, but it's also a great source for stories and opinion pieces.

9. Kwaitoball
TwoFootedTackle's World Cup blog brings all of their usual resources and flair to the events in South Africa. With a YouTube channel, Facebook fan page and iTunes podcast there's all sorts of ways to tune into their World Cup coverage.

10. World Cup Bafana Bafana 2010
It might not be the best-looking site around, but if you can get over the basic design you'll find some really interesting opinion and comment on this World Cup dedicated blog.

BONUS! - one for the ladies - Kickette.com
Kickette is formed of a 'crack team' of female journalists and fashionistas who promise never to bring you any real news on transfers, injury or match analysis. What they do provide is 'all things fun, fluffy and footie-related' from the 'fit of the week' to the 'Monday mmmm'. You can see where this is going.

Have I missed out on your favourite blog? Have you uncovered a hidden gem in the depths of the net? Let me know and add it to the list.