'Psychic' octopus predicts victory for Spain

[depakid]

A "psychic" octopus in Germany, which appears to have correctly predicted every World Cup game involving the national team so far, has picked Spain over Germany in the semi-final.

Paul, from the Sea Life Aquarium in the western city of Oberhausen, chose a mussel from a jar with the Spanish flag instead of one with a German flag.

The two-year-old cephalopod has become a national celebrity.

According to his owners, he has a record of predicting German results.

They say Paul chose the winner in nearly 70% of Germany's games during the 2008 European Championship.

He correctly predicted all five of the team's previous World Cup games - including a shock defeat by Serbia in the group stages.

His prognosis ahead of Wednesday's World Cup semi-final was broadcast live on German TV.

More: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/world/europe/10521867.stm

[HuckleB]

1. Now I won't feel bad that I can't watch the game tomorrow.

[depakid]

2. 'Octopus oracle' keeps perfect record as Germans demand he's turned into paella

:rofl:

http://www.smh.com.au/world-cup-2010/world-cup-news/octopus-oracle-keeps-perfect-record-as-germans-demand-hes-turned-into-paella-20100708-1012k.html

[Yavin4]

3. I Think That It's Obvious That This Octopus Is Fixing These Games

I heard that he was involved in organized crime -- loan sharking, gambling, prostitution. Yeah, he has his tentacles in everything.