Monday, June 21, 2010

World Cup 2010: Honduras Fans 'Pleased To Be Here'

Wilson Palacios of Honduras picks himself up during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Group H match between Honduras and Chile at the Mbombela Stadium on June 16, 2010 in Nelspruit, South Africa.

No matter what the outcome of tonight's match, the supporters from Honduras are simply pleased to be at a World Cup.

Tonight Spain face Honduras in a Group H World Cup clash, and the Honduran fans are looking forward to the encounter.

Juan, who lives in Mexico but is from Honduras is at Ellis Park Stadium to support his countrymen, and he told Goal.com, "We are so happy to be here to follow our national team. It is really amazing to be at this World Cup and I love it here (South Africa). It does not matter if we win, as long as we try because I think they (Spain) are the best in the World."

Silvia agreed, saying, "We are here to enjoy the atmosphere and these three group games, especially this one against Spain. After that, lets see. We have not made any further plans, but we will have to wait and see."

Pepe is also in South Africa to follow his team, and he revealed to Goal.com, "We want our side to do well, but we know they are doing their best. Switzerland beat Spain, so who knows, maybe we will be lucky too."

The Hondurans are outnumbered by their Spanish counterparts, but they are in good spirits and they are determined to enjoy the encounter.

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