Wright Thompson in South America

 So ESPN has this reporter named Wright Thompson.  He is fairly literate and very literary, and writes about a very wide range of topics that aren't the usual.  ESPN sent him to South America.  To cover the World Cup, as he is one of the best soccer writers around.  And to cover the continent.  He has been all over the place, examining the intersection of the Beautiful Game and the nations that might love it most.  And also occasionally looking at things beyond the pitch.

I recommend visiting his World Cup blog.  Even if you don't like soccer, you might find some of the best sportswriting around these days.