The Last FIFA World Cup Final - Paul vs. Mani

This is it, folks, the last FIFA World Cup final before the likely dissolution of the world into ether in 2012. Spain and Holland will meet today in their last chance ever to become world champions. But I'm sure the footballers are all aware of this and realize what's at stake here. No pressure, OK, guys?

In related news, the battle of animal psychics is on! Apparently, two of today's greatest oracles, Paul the octopus and Mani the parakeet have predicted an entirely different outcome of today's match. While Paul's money is on the European champion, Spain, Mani, a big fan of A Clockwork Orange, is expecting to see a clear win from the Netherlands.

Personally, I'll have to go with Mani with this one - the little guy has a more Mayan name than Paul. And when it comes to prophecies, that's pedigree. Moreover, according to his master, the bird has an almost spotless record of accuracy. Pretty kick-ass.

I don't even want to begin imagining the amount of work in Amsterdam's OD sections if they win tonight.