WordPress plugin designed by Ian Haycox to collect users predictions for each of the matches in the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa.
Users predict the score for each match in the group and knockout stages and are awarded points based on the accuracy of their prediction.
Match results may also be displayed using this plugin.
Features
easy adding of matches, venues, results
entry form for users to make predictions on each World Cup games
sidebar widget to display prediction standings
sidebar widget to display currently logged in users’ predictions
countdown timer to next prediction deadline
display of match results and group tables
configurable scoring system to award points to users’ predictions
Plugin homepage: http://ianhaycox.com/worldcuppredictor/
Download and config info at: http://wordpress.org/extend/plugins/world-cup-predictor/other_notes/
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V1.1 of the World Cup Predictor plugin for WordPress has been released.
New Features
Points for predicting a draw in the knockout stage are now awarded based on goals scored
Using the highlight attribute in a shortcode, or via Widget configuration, a CSS style can be applied to the currently logged-in users’ score or ranking.
Added option to display a users total score in the table footer
Matches can now be ordered by kickoff time or by group
Scored matches are indicated with a green tick
Bug Fixes
Prevent user entry of Penalty Shootout unless the prediction is a Draw
Fixed kickoff time for Serbia-Ghana (Match 8, Group D)
Prevent administrators from entering duplicate predictions
Show correct avatars for each user
Download at: http://wordpress.org/extend/plugins/world-cup-predictor/