The Predicto sports team took a trip to Puma City at South Street Seaport in NYC to ask soccer fans for their World Cup predictions. While Team USA only made it as far as the knockout round of this year’s tournament, plenty of big questions are still to be decided.

Who do you think is the best player in this year’s World Cup? Which team has the best chances of winning it all? What does the future hold in store for Team USA? Check out episode 76 and find out the latest predictions!

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With the global soccer tournament taking place in South Africa this year, local fans are proclaiming their passion and fandom with vuvuzelas, a noise-making horn. The Predicto Mobile community is expressing their interest in the game by voting on the Team USA’s chances in the prestigious tourney.

After two consecutive draws against England and Slovenia, the Red, White and Blue have a solid shot to move on to the next round. A whopping 84% of Predicto members are confident that USA will advance to the Round of 16, eager to see the team on the same level as powerhouse squads such as England and Brazil . One member commented, “If Americans played futbol like we do football and basketball, WE WOULD DOMINATE THE WORLD CUP!”

The U.S. might be late to the party in terms of enjoying the World Cup with the same rabid interest as the rest of the globe, but now that Americans are bona fide soccer fans, we want part of the action. The U.S. currently has a bid in place to host either the 2018 or 2022 tournament. 79% of the Predicto Mobile community foresee the Cup coming stateside, because as one commenter notes, “with the growing popularity of soccer in the US, they need to capitalize on the… growth and host the World Cup.”

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What does Detroit football royalty think about Prince’s soulful tribute to Minnesota? Hall of Fame running back Barry Sanders talks about the would-be Vikings anthem “Purple and Gold,” in part 2 of Predicto TV’s NFL Draft 2010 special. See what legendary quarterback Dan Marino had to say about incoming QBs Colt McCoy and Tim Tebow in this exclusive interview.

Plenty of off-field celebrities were also on hand to discuss the upcoming NFL season and more fun Predicto topics. R&B artist Melanie Fiona had some encouraging words for her pal Drake, while Fringe star Jasika Nicole tells us which fabulous TV show she’d enjoy watching on the big screen (hint: it’s NOT Sex and the City)!

Watch Episode 69 of Predicto TV now!

And why shouldn’t they? The Celtics, Magic, Suns and Lakers are the leaders of the league, but as we know, only one will take home the trophy and be this year’s world champion.

Before that can happen, kings must be crowned in the West and the East. The Boston Celtics took on the Orlando Magic on Sunday, with the Celts taking an early lead in the Eastern Conference Finals. We asked the Predicto Mobile community which beast from the East would represent the Right Coast against the Suns/Lakers winner. 62% are in favor of the Celtics!

“The Celtics destroyed the Cavaliers in almost every game. They should have no problem making it to the Finals,” says member “ahby4964.”

Member “sfhx7854” is more confident in Orlando, saying “Dwight Howard is the real deal and the Magic have been a lockdown defensive team throughout the first two rounds! They WILL win it all this year!”

“The Celtics suck, but I had to choose and if they can beat Cleveland, they can win it all,” says “xgrl3440.”

But remember, in order to win, whoever reigns the East must first conquer the West, and the Phoenix Suns and L.A. Lakers are two teams that refuse to go down easily. In fact, Phoenicians and Angelenos are in their own war as to which will proceed to the championship round. So far, 79% are convinced that Los Angeles will represent the West!

“I am a huge Lakers fan and I don’t think Phoenix is a deep enough team to beat the Lakers,” says “arik9664.”

“The Suns will win the Western Conference Finals and they will play against Orlando in the battle of the NBA Finals,” says a confident “ufbx1655.”

“[LA Lakers are] bigger, better, stronger and have more playoff experience,” says “foow2629.”

B-ball fans are eager to see who will face off in the Finals, so these series will be hot talk for days to come. Fortunately, Predicto is all about hot talk, so visit Predicto.com to register to play today. Not only can you vote on survey questions just like these, but you’ll also receive news updates when the events happen. Sign up today!

One controversy, regardless of who gets bragging rights, is if the Cavs fail to make it to the Eastern Conference Finals of the ongoing NBA Playoffs, will James exit his hometown for the Big Apple?

While the appeal of New York’s big city and bright lights is simply alluring to your average baller, James has a more complicated choice. He could be giving up a strong partner in Shaquille O’Neal, his god-like status in the Midwestern city and a stronger chance at a championship for a role in a troubled franchise with a potentially retiring star.

For New Yorkers, though, the conundrum isn’t so difficult, as a red carpet has practically been extended for the All-Star. Local strip club Scores is even getting in on the welcoming party by offering The Chosen One the ultimate enticement: free lap dances for life if he joins the Knicks!

Enticing indeed, but will LeBron leave the team he’s played on his entire career? In a close vote, 51% of members expect James to remain loyal to the Cavaliers!

“I think it will take more than free lap dances from a strip club to get him to sign with the Knicks,” says member “lkrm2855.”

“I think he will, but I don’t know if that’s why. I’m sure they are offering a phat contract,” says “jenbrowne65.”

“LeBron is not going to sign a long-term deal with a losing team like the Knicks!” says “crhs2780.”

Though lap dances might be encouraging to the average player, LeBron has proven time and again that he’s far from ordinary on the court. Will he be enticed by this opportunity to build a stronger team? Or will he stick with what’s familiar? Visit Predicto.com today to register to play the text message-based game that keeps everyone guessing. Along with voting on questions just like this, you’ll receive updates when the news breaks. Sign up today!

Now, for those of you who know nothing about baseball beyond base hits and errors, a forty-forty is an accomplishment a player earns upon hitting 40 homeruns and stealing 40 bases in a season. The name seems appropriate given Big Papi’s profession, right?

However, Jigga feels differently. See, Mr. Beyoncé Knowles owns a club called 40/40 in New York and Atlantic cities (and formerly Las Vegas). He filed a $5 million lawsuit against the Major Leaguer claiming trademark infringement and such. Guess his flow on “Money Ain’t a Thing” was a lie?

Anyway, Ortiz’s camp has yet to respond to the lawsuit. When he does, will the battle go to court or will Big Papi cave in to Jay-Z’s demands? Can two 40/40’s (Forty-Fortys?) co-exist?

The Predicto Mobile community weighed in on the battle between these two heavy hitters. When asked if Jay-Z’s suit would get Ortiz to change the name of his club, 52% voted yes!

“Oh hell yeah he is trying to make money off Jay’s name. Get your own ideas!” says member “vhku8024.”

“Jay-Z has more money,” says “qpwi9208, while “wdtb5163” agreed, saying “Jay-Z has a lot of influence.”

“No way you’re going to get a ball player to change his mind,” says “hjqw4796.”

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Yesterday, Woods announced that he would return to the sport that made him a star. He’ll play the Masters, which start on April 8.

Given his history with the tournament — he’s won four titles — this looks to be a ratings juggernaut!

Want more proof? Back when Woods was a rookie on the professional circuit in 1997, his winning stroke struck gold with 43 million viewers.

Nearly half as many watched his awkward apology to his family and friends last month. Those are still serious numbers for golf, whose figureheads claim that Tiger’s months-long absence from the links resulted in lost ratings and decreased public awareness.

With the Masters airing on CBS, execs at the network expect American Idol-style ratings for Woods’ road to redemption. This time, though, gawkers won’t be tuning in just to see how well Tiger has maintained his swing, they’ll want a glimpse of the guy who’s managed to stay so private during such a public scandal.

As Woods obliges fans and foes alike, Predicto asked its players if they thought this would be the all-time, most-watched extravaganza in all of golf’s history. 83% say yes!

Is it any surprise that the American public is curious about Tiger’s performance — on the greens, that is? Will he win the coveted green jacket and the much more attractive trophy? Stay on the pulse of this and other hot topics by registering to play Predicto! Not only can you vote on surveys just like this, but you’ll also receive texts when the answers are revealed. You also have a chance to win great prizes. Want more? Then log on to Predicto today!

No, Patrick is more than just a pretty face gracing magazine covers (though she does that, too). The 27-year-old has been a newsmaker for nearly five years, breaking barriers as a driver for the IndyCar Racing Series, and often ranking high at flag finishes and in fan-favorite polls.

Last weekend, Danica participated in her first stockcar race at the Automobile Racing Club of America (ARCA) race in Daytona Beach, Fla. She placed sixth in her initial go round in this particular type of car. That made today’s announcement even more exciting: Danica will fasten her seatbelt for another stockcar race in Daytona, specifically the National Series on Saturday!

This will mark Patrick’s first race in a NASCAR event. Given her strong place at the ARCA race, will she be able to score a big racing win at the National Series? Predicto Mobile players and NASCAR aficionados have had their say and 61% have voted with a resounding no!

See their reasons why by clicking here!

Danica is no stranger to proving her critics wrong. Will she do just that to the Predicto Mobile community by winning the National Series race on Saturday? Visit Predicto.com and register for the text message-based mobile game that has everyone predicting the outcome of sports, pop culture, news and entertainment events. Along with being able to vote on surveys — including this one — you’ll get updates when the answers are revealed.

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The Minneapolis native has been soaring up the charts since the 1970s with such recognizable hits as “1999,” “Little Red Corvette” and “When Doves Cry.” As a talented musician, he’s inspired a generation of artists with his sometimes raunchy but always funky melodies.

Will lightning strike now that it’s 2010? His Purpleness recently recorded a song called “Purple and Gold,” an unofficial fight song for his hometown Minnesota Vikings. The football team is set to take on the New Orleans Saints on Sunday for the title of NFC Champion. Whoever wins this matchup goes on to the Super Bowl.

The song — which sounds a little more like a prep school fight song than one made for gridiron gladiators — has been making the rounds on the Internet. His Majesty was also seen at last week’s game, where the Vikings knocked the Cowboys out of contention.

The coincidence between Prince’s color of choice and that of the Vikings is uncanny, but will his choice of lyrics rally the Vikings to adopt his composition as the team’s official fight song? 59% of voting Predicto Mobile members say yes!

See what voters have to say about the Vikings’ unlikely fan by clicking here!

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In the lead up to the Super Bowl, both the AFC and NFC divisions will select their champion through playoff games. While the former will feature a matchup between Peyton Manning’s Indianapolis Colts and Mark Sanchez’s New York Jets, the latter will be a showdown at the Superdome between the Minnesota Vikings and New Orleans Saints. Analyzing both teams, NFL.com shows the Saints with a stronger offense, defense, record and win percentage, but all eyes have been on the Minnesota Vikings’ superstar, Brett Favre.

Favre, who retired last year but made the decision to come out for another season, has lead the team to an impressive record. His performance has challenged the notion of how old is too old to play football as he’s schooled rookies and veterans alike in his quest for another Super Bowl ring.

Will Favre succeed or will the Saints, who statistically should be the champions, come out on top? According to 52% of voting members of the Predicto Mobile community, the Vikings will win their game on Sunday!

“I want Favre to win another Super Bowl. He should have been MVP again this year, not Manning. Favre played so much better than anyone else all year by far,” says member “nfdn4251,” who voted for the Vikings.

“It’s finally the Saints year to go to the Super Bowl. Saints fans have been loyal and patient awaiting this stunning season,” says “azfy1346.”

“I think the Saints are better than the Vikings. They have won more games and they have better players,” says “higu0504.”

“I hope the Vikings go to the Super Bowl. Brett Favre has taken a lot of punishment and he deserves to be in the game,” says “qoqm3533.”

What do you think will happen at the big game? Visit Predicto.com to register for the text message-based mobile game that has everyone predicting the outcome of sports, pop culture, news and entertainment events. Along with being able to vote on surveys — including this one — you’ll get updates when the answers are revealed.

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