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Adriano unhurt after multiple pile-up (Dec 31, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Adriano has escaped unscathed from a car accident in Rio de Janeiro, according to reports in South America.
Nigeria star robbed and kidnapped (Dec 31, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Nigeria and Nice defender Onyekachi Apam was abducted and robbed at gunpoint in the city of Enugu.
Chelsea chair blasts African Nations Cup (Dec 31, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Chelsea chairman Bruce Buck has called on FIFA to deal with the 'craziness' of the international calendar as the club prepare to lose four players to the African Nations Cup in January.
Flamengo reiterate desire to sign Ronaldo (Dec 31, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Brazilian giants Flamengo have confirmed that they will make an offer to sign Ronaldo in the next fortnight.
Essien targets Nations Cup glory (Dec 28, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Chelsea and Ghana's Michael Essien spoke to ESPNsoccernet ahead of the African Nations Cup.
Dasey: A-League's Christmas cracker (Dec 27, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Jason Dasey witnessed the 5-4 thriller that will go down as the young A-League's best game to date.
Boca Juniors name new low profile coach (Dec 27, 2007 08:00 GMT)
South American champions Boca Juniors named surprise choice Carlos Ischia as their new coach on Wednesday.
Iraq heroes into final of King's Cup (Dec 26, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Asian Cup holders Iraq cruised to a stylish 3-1 win over Uzbekistan on Wednesday to book their place in the final of the King's Cup in Bangkok.
Former Japan coach Osim on the mend (Dec 26, 2007 08:00 GMT)
apan's former national team coach Ivica Osim has left intensive care and started rehabilitation after suffering a serious stroke last month, local media reported.
Ronaldo to return to Brazil with Flamengo? (Dec 26, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Brazilian giants Flamengo claim they have started negotiations to sign AC Milan striker Ronaldo.
Spurs flop Santini linked with Iran vacancy (Dec 25, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Former Tottenham coach Jacques Santini has emerged as a potential contender to take charge of the Iran national team according to the the Iran Football Federation's transitory committee.
Striker Adriano mired in fresh controversy (Dec 24, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Brazilian striker Adriano, who last week promised to turn over a new leaf and get his career back on the rails, has landed in fresh controversy after being photographed at a pop concert holding a can
Thailand, Iraq set the pace at start of King's Cup (Dec 22, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Nataporn Phanrit found the net in the final minute of an entertaining match to give Thailand a 3-2 win over Uzbekistan, while Asian Cup holders Iraq sealed a 1-0 win over North Korea.
Iraqi team irritated by national anthem mix-up (Dec 22, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Asian Cup holders Iraq were confused and annoyed when they were made to listen to the wrong national anthem before their opening match of the King's Cup tournament in Thailand on Saturday.
Atletico Nacional win title to complete double (Dec 20, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Atletico Nacional completed a Colombian double after winning the championship with a 0-0 draw at home to modest La Equidad in the second leg of the final.
Kaba Diawara dropped from Guinea squad (Dec 20, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Former Arsenal and Olympique Marseille striker Kaba Diawarra is the surprise omission from a provisional list of players named by Guinea for the African Nations Cup in Ghana next month.
Gacanin takes on Kuwait coach role (Dec 20, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Radion Gacanin has agreed to coach the Kuwaiti national team in addition to his club side, Al Kuwait, according to the Asian Football Confederation.
Your questions answered (Dec 20, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Your views and questions answered by the experts.
Adriano to join Sao Paulo on loan from Inter (Dec 19, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Troubled Inter Milan striker Adriano is to join Sao Paulo on a six-month loan, the Brazilian champions said on Wednedsay.
Luxemburgo returns for fourth stint at Palmeiras (Dec 19, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Former Brazil and Real Madrid boss Vanderlei Luxemburgo was named as the new coach of Palmeiras on Tuesday, the fourth time he has taken charge at the Sao Paulo-based side.
Former Brazil striker Romario gets doping ban (Dec 19, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Romario has been banned for 120 days for a failed dope test which he blamed on a hair-loss treatment. The ex-Brazil striker is now player/coach of Brazilian side Vasco da Gama.
Zico angry with FIFA ruling on Club World Cup (Dec 18, 2007 23:07 GMT)
Former Brazil captain Zico reacted angrily on Tuesday after FIFA apparently declined to recognise the Flamengo side in which he played as world club champions in 1981.
Ghana name initial list of 40 players for ANC (Dec 18, 2007 18:56 GMT)
Former Dutch Under-20 international Quincy Owusu-Abeyie has been included in hosts Ghana's preliminary squad of 40 players for next month's African Nations Cup.
Colo Colo awarded win after derby riot (Dec 18, 2007 17:32 GMT)
Colo Colo reached the Chilean championship final on Monday after the league ruled the result of their derby with Universidad de Chile would stand, despite the game being abandoned due to crowd violenc
Dasey: Agostino's A-League opportunity (Dec 18, 2007 08:00 GMT)
In-form Adelaide United striker Paul Agostino could be thrown an international lifeline, says Jason Dasey.
Leao returns for third stint as coach at Santos (Dec 18, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Former Brazil coach and goalkeeper Emerson Leao began his third stint as coach of Santos on Monday after being named as the replacement for Vanderlei Luxemburgo, who quit last week.
Kaka named FIFA World Player of the Year (Dec 17, 2007 08:00 GMT)
AC Milan's Brazilian playmaker Kaka added to his remarkable haul of trophies and titles on Monday when he was named FIFA World Player 2007.
Anichebe will have to wait for Nigeria chance (Dec 17, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Everton striker Victor Anichebe is set to be offered the chance to represent Nigeria's Under-23 side with the possibility of playing in the Olympics next year.
Argentina end year top of FIFA rankings (Dec 17, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Argentina will end 2007 as the world's best-ranked team, following the publication of the latest FIFA standings for December.
World title may not save Ancelotti's job (Dec 17, 2007 08:00 GMT)
AC Milan's successful quest to win the Club World Cup completed a remarkable catharsis for the Rossoneri after a rollercoaster 18 months.
Kaka expected to lift FIFA World Player gong (Dec 17, 2007 08:00 GMT)
AC Milan and Brazil playmaker Kaka is expected to add individual honours to his latest club achievement when he flies directly from the Club World Cup to FIFA's World Player of the Year gala.
Simeone appointed new River Plate coach (Dec 16, 2007 20:34 GMT)
Former Argentina midfielder Diego Simeone has signed a one-year contract to coach River Plate starting on Jan. 3, the club announced on Saturday.
Kaka favoured to win world player award (Dec 16, 2007 20:19 GMT)
AC Milan and Brazil playmaker Kaka is widely expected to add to his haul of trophies and titles this season when FIFA announce their World Player of the Year at Monday's annual gala in Zurich.
Confident Milan pledge to restore Europe's honour (Dec 15, 2007 21:01 GMT)
AC Milan coach Carlo Ancelotti promised to restore Europe's honour by beating Boca Juniors in Sunday's Club World Cup final.
FIFA reinstate altitude ban for internationals (Dec 15, 2007 20:59 GMT)
Sepp Blatter has confirmed that FIFA have approved a ban on international matches staged over 2,750 metres above sea level without acclimatisation at an executive committee meeting.
FIFA could tinker with Club World Cup format (Dec 14, 2007 08:00 GMT)
FIFA president Sepp Blatter has suggested the FIFA Club World Cup could revert to its original format as a result of AC Milan's showing at this year's competition.
Boca hatch plan to tame Kaka in Club final (Dec 14, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Boca Juniors have made it their priority to stop Brazilian dangerman Kaka when the Argentines face AC Milan in Sunday's Club World Cup final.
Dasey: Pim to be the toast of Australia? (Dec 13, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Pim Verbeek is the new man in charge of the Socceroos. Jason Dasey profiles their latest Dutch coach.
Kaka picks up prestigious World Soccer award (Dec 13, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Brazilian striker Kaka of AC Milan was named as World Player of the Year by the prestigious British magazine World Soccer on Thursday.
Bionic ball a big hit in Japan, say developers (Dec 13, 2007 08:00 GMT)
A new 'bionic ball' being tested at the Club World Cup in Japan could soon be a regular feature at FIFA tournaments, its developers said on Thursday.
Ex-Algeria boss Cavalli to coach in Casablanca (Dec 13, 2007 08:00 GMT)
French coach Jean-Michel Cavalli has signed a contract for the rest of the season with former African champions Wydad Casablanca of Morocco, the club announced.
Rieldl quits as Vietnam coach after SEA loss (Dec 13, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Vietnam's Austrian coach Alfred Riedl has quit his post after the under-23 side suffered a humiliating loss to minnows Myanmar at the Southeast Asian Games, Vietnam's soccer federation said on Thursda
Drogba on African player of the year shortlist (Dec 12, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Reigning African Footballer of the Year Didier Drogba was named on Wednesday on a shortlist of five finalists for the 2007 award, which will be handed out in February.
Indonesian clubs barred from AFC Champs League (Dec 12, 2007 08:00 GMT)
The Asian Football Federation (AFC) will bar Indonesian clubs from competing in next year's AFC Champions League because the country's 2007 league and Cup competitions are not yet finished.
Mourinho talk spurs me on, says Milan's Ancelotti (Dec 12, 2007 08:00 GMT)
AC Milan manager Carlo Ancelotti admits speculation linking Jose Mourinho with the club has added spice to his job.
High altitude preparation for Cameroon in Kenya (Dec 12, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Cameroon are to prepare for the African Nations Cup finals with a high altitude training camp in Kenya, officials said on Wednesday.
Banned Singapore striker eyes Indonesian chance (Dec 12, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Singapore striker Noh Alam Shah, banned for a year for a frenzied on-pitch attack on an international team mate, could be handed an Indonesian lifeline.
Anichebe surprise omission from Nigeria squad (Dec 11, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Everton striker Victor Anichebe is a surprise omission from Nigeria's African Cup of Nations squad - a move which is likely to continue the debate over his international future.
Portsmouth's Traore left out of Mali's plans (Dec 11, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Portsmouth defender Djimi Traore has been left out of Mali's preliminary squad of 28 for next month's African Nations Cup finals in Ghana.
Two Chinese players injured in knife attack (Dec 11, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Chinese police have detained a taxi driver who attacked two young soccer players with a knife after they refused to clean up vomit in his cab after a night out, the Beijing News said on Tuesday
Milan's Ronaldo trains for first time in Japan (Dec 11, 2007 08:00 GMT)
AC Milan striker Ronaldo trained for the first time in Japan on Tuesday in his bid to be fit for the Club World Cup.
Cameroon try to lure Lauren out of retirement (Dec 11, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Cameroon coach Otto Pfister is to travel to Britain this week in an attempt to persuade Portsmouth defender Lauren to resume his international career with the country.
Drogba named in Ivorian Nations Cup squad (Dec 11, 2007 08:00 GMT)
The Ivory Coast named their injured captain Didier Drogba in a preliminary squad of 26 for next month's African Nations Cup. The Chelsea striker had knee surgery on Saturday.
Boca promise goal rush at Club World Cup (Dec 11, 2007 08:00 GMT)
South American champions Boca Juniors have promised to tear apart Tunisian side Etoile Sahel's defence in Wednesday's Club World Cup semi-final.
Tension building for AC Milan (Dec 11, 2007 08:00 GMT)
A sulking striker and a manager apparently facing the bullet hardly provide a solid base from which to launch an assault on the Club World Cup.
Brasilia governor attacks 'arrogant' Sao Paulo (Dec 10, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Brasilia governor Jose Roberto Arruda said on Monday he wanted the Brazilian capital to host the opening game at the 2014 World Cup and hit out at Sao Paulo, describing the financial centre as arrogan
Raging Ossie quits as coach of Huracan (Dec 10, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Former Argentina midfielder Osvaldo Ardiles has quit as coach of Argentine side Huracan after only 12 matches in charge.
Franchise club Atlante win Mexican title (Dec 10, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Atlante beat Pumas UNAM 2-1 to win the Mexican championship for the first time in 14 years and only six months after moving to the resort of Cancun.
Ronaldo woe as injury strikes in Tokyo (Dec 10, 2007 08:00 GMT)
AC Milan's players are trying to keep a smile on the face of Brazil striker Ronaldo as he battles to recover from his latest injury setback.
Boca look to Palermo to conquer the world (Dec 8, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Disallowed from fielding one prodigal son, Argentina's Boca Juniors are banking on captain Martin Palermo to lead them to Club World Cup glory in Japan.
Atlante hold Pumas in first leg of Mexican final (Dec 7, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Atlante held Pumas UNAM to a 0-0 draw away from home in the first leg of the Mexican championship final late on Thursday.
Milan legend Maldini denies retirement talk (Dec 7, 2007 08:00 GMT)
AC Milan club captain Paolo Maldini has quashed rumours of a shock retirement after the Club World Cup.
Stylish Milan jet into Japan for Club World Cup (Dec 6, 2007 22:51 GMT)
Dressed in swish club blazers, European champions AC Milan touched down in Japan for the Club World Cup tournament on Thursday.
Australia, Japan top seeds for Asian Cup draw (Dec 6, 2007 20:11 GMT)
Australia and Japan will be the top seeds in this month's draw for the 2011 Asian Cup qualifiers, the Asian Football Confederation said on Thursday.
Kiwis have Georgia on their minds in Japan (Dec 6, 2007 18:56 GMT)
New Zealand part-timers Waitakere United admit the Club World Cup could amount to an exercise in damage limitation for them.
Relegated Corinthians name Menezes as coach (Dec 6, 2007 16:36 GMT)
Brazilian outfit Corinthians, relegated to the second division on Sunday, have named Mano Menezes as the coach who will try to get them back to the top flight next year.
Argentina's Arsenal win first Sudamericana title (Dec 6, 2007 16:33 GMT)
Modest Argentine club Arsenal won the first title in their 50-year history on Wednesday when they scored a late goal to win the Copa Sudamericana final against Mexican club America.
McCarthy: No Korea move (Dec 5, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Wolves manager Mick McCarthy has ruled himself out of becoming the new coach of South Korea and has committed his future to the Championship club.
Osim asks about game after waking from coma (Dec 5, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Stroke-victim Ivica Osim's first words after waking from a coma were 'What happened in the game?' Japanese media reported on Wednesday.
Alam Shah hoping for mercy after Cup final attack (Dec 5, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Singapore striker Noh Alam Shah will throw himself on the mercy of a disciplinary panel on Monday when he faces misconduct charges after an attack on an international team mate during last month's Sin
Club World Cup: Milan bid to snap Europe's 'jinx' (Dec 5, 2007 08:00 GMT)
AC Milan have the weight of history against them as they bid to end an unhappy run for European teams at the Club World Cup.
Relegated Corinthians fire coach Nelsinho (Dec 5, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Corinthians, one of Brazil's most popular clubs, fired coach Nelsinho Baptista on Tuesday, two days after being relegated to the second division.
Houllier rules himself out of South Korea vacancy (Dec 5, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Gerard Houllier or Mick McCarthy will be the next coach of South Korea and an appointment will be made by the end of the week, the Korea Football Association (KFA) said on Wednesday.
Romario fails doping test, blames hair medicine (Dec 5, 2007 08:00 GMT)
A hair loss medicine was responsible for former Brazil striker Romario failing a doping test after a club match, the player said on Tuesday.
Brazilian talent is draining away - Luxemburgo (Dec 4, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Former Real Madrid and Brazil coach Vandelei Luxemburgo has called on the Brazilian government to take action to slow the exodus of young players to foreign clubs.
Schans is Namibia coach for Nations Cup (Dec 4, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Namibia named Dutchman Arie Schans as their new coach ahead of next month's African Nations Cup finals.
Carter: Lanús rise as Corinthians fall (Dec 4, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Jon Carter on Lanús' first Argentine title in their history and the relegation of debt-ridden Corinthians in Brazil.
Okada set for Japanese national team (Dec 4, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Takeshi Okada will be named Japanese national team coach after accepting an offer to return to the post, the Japan Football Association (JFA) said on Tuesday.
Pumas, Atlante reach Mexican final (Dec 3, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Pumas UNAM reached the final of the Mexican championship despite losing 4-2 to Santos Laguna in their semi-final second leg, where Daniel Ludena scored a hat-trick.
Lanus win Argentine championship for first time (Dec 3, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Modest Lanus won the Argentine championship for the first time in their 92-history on Sunday, wrapping up the title with a 1-1 draw at Boca Juniors.
Corinthians relegated in Brazil two years after title (Dec 3, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Corinthians, one of Brazil's most popular clubs and champions two years ago, were relegated after drawing 1-1 at Gremio in their final game on Sunday.
Reds flop lets Antlers snatch Japanese title (Dec 1, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Urawa Reds surrendered their Japanese title to Kashima Antlers after slumping to a 1-0 defeat at relegated Yokohama FC on Saturday.
Arsenal stun America in Sudamericana final (Dec 1, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Modest Argentine side Arsenal twice came from behind to beat America 3-2 away in the first leg of the Copa Sudamericana final on Friday.
Riquelme left over holiday row - Villarreal (Dec 1, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Argentine playmaker Juan Roman Riquelme had to leave Villarreal because he was not prepared to be treated the same way as the rest of his team mates, according to club president Fernando Roig.
Beckham's Galaxy goal delights NZ crowd (Dec 1, 2007 08:00 GMT)
It was not bent, it was dead straight, but a goal from the penalty spot by David Beckham sealed an emphatic 4-1 win for the LA Galaxy in a friendly with the Wellington Phoenix on Saturday.
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Adriano unhurt after multiple pile-up (Dec 31, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Adriano has escaped unscathed from a car accident in Rio de Janeiro, according to reports in South America.
Nigeria star robbed and kidnapped (Dec 31, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Nigeria and Nice defender Onyekachi Apam was abducted and robbed at gunpoint in the city of Enugu.
Chelsea chair blasts African Nations Cup (Dec 31, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Chelsea chairman Bruce Buck has called on FIFA to deal with the 'craziness' of the international calendar as the club prepare to lose four players to the African Nations Cup in January.
Flamengo reiterate desire to sign Ronaldo (Dec 31, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Brazilian giants Flamengo have confirmed that they will make an offer to sign Ronaldo in the next fortnight.
Essien targets Nations Cup glory (Dec 28, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Chelsea and Ghana's Michael Essien spoke to ESPNsoccernet ahead of the African Nations Cup.
Dasey: A-League's Christmas cracker (Dec 27, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Jason Dasey witnessed the 5-4 thriller that will go down as the young A-League's best game to date.
Boca Juniors name new low profile coach (Dec 27, 2007 08:00 GMT)
South American champions Boca Juniors named surprise choice Carlos Ischia as their new coach on Wednesday.
Iraq heroes into final of King's Cup (Dec 26, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Asian Cup holders Iraq cruised to a stylish 3-1 win over Uzbekistan on Wednesday to book their place in the final of the King's Cup in Bangkok.
Former Japan coach Osim on the mend (Dec 26, 2007 08:00 GMT)
apan's former national team coach Ivica Osim has left intensive care and started rehabilitation after suffering a serious stroke last month, local media reported.
Ronaldo to return to Brazil with Flamengo? (Dec 26, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Brazilian giants Flamengo claim they have started negotiations to sign AC Milan striker Ronaldo.
Spurs flop Santini linked with Iran vacancy (Dec 25, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Former Tottenham coach Jacques Santini has emerged as a potential contender to take charge of the Iran national team according to the the Iran Football Federation's transitory committee.
Striker Adriano mired in fresh controversy (Dec 24, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Brazilian striker Adriano, who last week promised to turn over a new leaf and get his career back on the rails, has landed in fresh controversy after being photographed at a pop concert holding a can
Thailand, Iraq set the pace at start of King's Cup (Dec 22, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Nataporn Phanrit found the net in the final minute of an entertaining match to give Thailand a 3-2 win over Uzbekistan, while Asian Cup holders Iraq sealed a 1-0 win over North Korea.
Iraqi team irritated by national anthem mix-up (Dec 22, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Asian Cup holders Iraq were confused and annoyed when they were made to listen to the wrong national anthem before their opening match of the King's Cup tournament in Thailand on Saturday.
Atletico Nacional win title to complete double (Dec 20, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Atletico Nacional completed a Colombian double after winning the championship with a 0-0 draw at home to modest La Equidad in the second leg of the final.
Kaba Diawara dropped from Guinea squad (Dec 20, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Former Arsenal and Olympique Marseille striker Kaba Diawarra is the surprise omission from a provisional list of players named by Guinea for the African Nations Cup in Ghana next month.
Gacanin takes on Kuwait coach role (Dec 20, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Radion Gacanin has agreed to coach the Kuwaiti national team in addition to his club side, Al Kuwait, according to the Asian Football Confederation.
Your questions answered (Dec 20, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Your views and questions answered by the experts.
Adriano to join Sao Paulo on loan from Inter (Dec 19, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Troubled Inter Milan striker Adriano is to join Sao Paulo on a six-month loan, the Brazilian champions said on Wednedsay.
Luxemburgo returns for fourth stint at Palmeiras (Dec 19, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Former Brazil and Real Madrid boss Vanderlei Luxemburgo was named as the new coach of Palmeiras on Tuesday, the fourth time he has taken charge at the Sao Paulo-based side.
Former Brazil striker Romario gets doping ban (Dec 19, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Romario has been banned for 120 days for a failed dope test which he blamed on a hair-loss treatment. The ex-Brazil striker is now player/coach of Brazilian side Vasco da Gama.
Zico angry with FIFA ruling on Club World Cup (Dec 18, 2007 23:07 GMT)
Former Brazil captain Zico reacted angrily on Tuesday after FIFA apparently declined to recognise the Flamengo side in which he played as world club champions in 1981.
Ghana name initial list of 40 players for ANC (Dec 18, 2007 18:56 GMT)
Former Dutch Under-20 international Quincy Owusu-Abeyie has been included in hosts Ghana's preliminary squad of 40 players for next month's African Nations Cup.
Colo Colo awarded win after derby riot (Dec 18, 2007 17:32 GMT)
Colo Colo reached the Chilean championship final on Monday after the league ruled the result of their derby with Universidad de Chile would stand, despite the game being abandoned due to crowd violenc
Dasey: Agostino's A-League opportunity (Dec 18, 2007 08:00 GMT)
In-form Adelaide United striker Paul Agostino could be thrown an international lifeline, says Jason Dasey.
Leao returns for third stint as coach at Santos (Dec 18, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Former Brazil coach and goalkeeper Emerson Leao began his third stint as coach of Santos on Monday after being named as the replacement for Vanderlei Luxemburgo, who quit last week.
Kaka named FIFA World Player of the Year (Dec 17, 2007 08:00 GMT)
AC Milan's Brazilian playmaker Kaka added to his remarkable haul of trophies and titles on Monday when he was named FIFA World Player 2007.
Anichebe will have to wait for Nigeria chance (Dec 17, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Everton striker Victor Anichebe is set to be offered the chance to represent Nigeria's Under-23 side with the possibility of playing in the Olympics next year.
Argentina end year top of FIFA rankings (Dec 17, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Argentina will end 2007 as the world's best-ranked team, following the publication of the latest FIFA standings for December.
World title may not save Ancelotti's job (Dec 17, 2007 08:00 GMT)
AC Milan's successful quest to win the Club World Cup completed a remarkable catharsis for the Rossoneri after a rollercoaster 18 months.
Kaka expected to lift FIFA World Player gong (Dec 17, 2007 08:00 GMT)
AC Milan and Brazil playmaker Kaka is expected to add individual honours to his latest club achievement when he flies directly from the Club World Cup to FIFA's World Player of the Year gala.
Simeone appointed new River Plate coach (Dec 16, 2007 20:34 GMT)
Former Argentina midfielder Diego Simeone has signed a one-year contract to coach River Plate starting on Jan. 3, the club announced on Saturday.
Kaka favoured to win world player award (Dec 16, 2007 20:19 GMT)
AC Milan and Brazil playmaker Kaka is widely expected to add to his haul of trophies and titles this season when FIFA announce their World Player of the Year at Monday's annual gala in Zurich.
Confident Milan pledge to restore Europe's honour (Dec 15, 2007 21:01 GMT)
AC Milan coach Carlo Ancelotti promised to restore Europe's honour by beating Boca Juniors in Sunday's Club World Cup final.
FIFA reinstate altitude ban for internationals (Dec 15, 2007 20:59 GMT)
Sepp Blatter has confirmed that FIFA have approved a ban on international matches staged over 2,750 metres above sea level without acclimatisation at an executive committee meeting.
FIFA could tinker with Club World Cup format (Dec 14, 2007 08:00 GMT)
FIFA president Sepp Blatter has suggested the FIFA Club World Cup could revert to its original format as a result of AC Milan's showing at this year's competition.
Boca hatch plan to tame Kaka in Club final (Dec 14, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Boca Juniors have made it their priority to stop Brazilian dangerman Kaka when the Argentines face AC Milan in Sunday's Club World Cup final.
Dasey: Pim to be the toast of Australia? (Dec 13, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Pim Verbeek is the new man in charge of the Socceroos. Jason Dasey profiles their latest Dutch coach.
Kaka picks up prestigious World Soccer award (Dec 13, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Brazilian striker Kaka of AC Milan was named as World Player of the Year by the prestigious British magazine World Soccer on Thursday.
Bionic ball a big hit in Japan, say developers (Dec 13, 2007 08:00 GMT)
A new 'bionic ball' being tested at the Club World Cup in Japan could soon be a regular feature at FIFA tournaments, its developers said on Thursday.
Ex-Algeria boss Cavalli to coach in Casablanca (Dec 13, 2007 08:00 GMT)
French coach Jean-Michel Cavalli has signed a contract for the rest of the season with former African champions Wydad Casablanca of Morocco, the club announced.
Rieldl quits as Vietnam coach after SEA loss (Dec 13, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Vietnam's Austrian coach Alfred Riedl has quit his post after the under-23 side suffered a humiliating loss to minnows Myanmar at the Southeast Asian Games, Vietnam's soccer federation said on Thursda
Drogba on African player of the year shortlist (Dec 12, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Reigning African Footballer of the Year Didier Drogba was named on Wednesday on a shortlist of five finalists for the 2007 award, which will be handed out in February.
Indonesian clubs barred from AFC Champs League (Dec 12, 2007 08:00 GMT)
The Asian Football Federation (AFC) will bar Indonesian clubs from competing in next year's AFC Champions League because the country's 2007 league and Cup competitions are not yet finished.
Mourinho talk spurs me on, says Milan's Ancelotti (Dec 12, 2007 08:00 GMT)
AC Milan manager Carlo Ancelotti admits speculation linking Jose Mourinho with the club has added spice to his job.
High altitude preparation for Cameroon in Kenya (Dec 12, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Cameroon are to prepare for the African Nations Cup finals with a high altitude training camp in Kenya, officials said on Wednesday.
Banned Singapore striker eyes Indonesian chance (Dec 12, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Singapore striker Noh Alam Shah, banned for a year for a frenzied on-pitch attack on an international team mate, could be handed an Indonesian lifeline.
Anichebe surprise omission from Nigeria squad (Dec 11, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Everton striker Victor Anichebe is a surprise omission from Nigeria's African Cup of Nations squad - a move which is likely to continue the debate over his international future.
Portsmouth's Traore left out of Mali's plans (Dec 11, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Portsmouth defender Djimi Traore has been left out of Mali's preliminary squad of 28 for next month's African Nations Cup finals in Ghana.
Two Chinese players injured in knife attack (Dec 11, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Chinese police have detained a taxi driver who attacked two young soccer players with a knife after they refused to clean up vomit in his cab after a night out, the Beijing News said on Tuesday
Milan's Ronaldo trains for first time in Japan (Dec 11, 2007 08:00 GMT)
AC Milan striker Ronaldo trained for the first time in Japan on Tuesday in his bid to be fit for the Club World Cup.
Cameroon try to lure Lauren out of retirement (Dec 11, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Cameroon coach Otto Pfister is to travel to Britain this week in an attempt to persuade Portsmouth defender Lauren to resume his international career with the country.
Drogba named in Ivorian Nations Cup squad (Dec 11, 2007 08:00 GMT)
The Ivory Coast named their injured captain Didier Drogba in a preliminary squad of 26 for next month's African Nations Cup. The Chelsea striker had knee surgery on Saturday.
Boca promise goal rush at Club World Cup (Dec 11, 2007 08:00 GMT)
South American champions Boca Juniors have promised to tear apart Tunisian side Etoile Sahel's defence in Wednesday's Club World Cup semi-final.
Tension building for AC Milan (Dec 11, 2007 08:00 GMT)
A sulking striker and a manager apparently facing the bullet hardly provide a solid base from which to launch an assault on the Club World Cup.
Brasilia governor attacks 'arrogant' Sao Paulo (Dec 10, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Brasilia governor Jose Roberto Arruda said on Monday he wanted the Brazilian capital to host the opening game at the 2014 World Cup and hit out at Sao Paulo, describing the financial centre as arrogan
Raging Ossie quits as coach of Huracan (Dec 10, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Former Argentina midfielder Osvaldo Ardiles has quit as coach of Argentine side Huracan after only 12 matches in charge.
Franchise club Atlante win Mexican title (Dec 10, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Atlante beat Pumas UNAM 2-1 to win the Mexican championship for the first time in 14 years and only six months after moving to the resort of Cancun.
Ronaldo woe as injury strikes in Tokyo (Dec 10, 2007 08:00 GMT)
AC Milan's players are trying to keep a smile on the face of Brazil striker Ronaldo as he battles to recover from his latest injury setback.
Boca look to Palermo to conquer the world (Dec 8, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Disallowed from fielding one prodigal son, Argentina's Boca Juniors are banking on captain Martin Palermo to lead them to Club World Cup glory in Japan.
Atlante hold Pumas in first leg of Mexican final (Dec 7, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Atlante held Pumas UNAM to a 0-0 draw away from home in the first leg of the Mexican championship final late on Thursday.
Milan legend Maldini denies retirement talk (Dec 7, 2007 08:00 GMT)
AC Milan club captain Paolo Maldini has quashed rumours of a shock retirement after the Club World Cup.
Stylish Milan jet into Japan for Club World Cup (Dec 6, 2007 22:51 GMT)
Dressed in swish club blazers, European champions AC Milan touched down in Japan for the Club World Cup tournament on Thursday.
Australia, Japan top seeds for Asian Cup draw (Dec 6, 2007 20:11 GMT)
Australia and Japan will be the top seeds in this month's draw for the 2011 Asian Cup qualifiers, the Asian Football Confederation said on Thursday.
Kiwis have Georgia on their minds in Japan (Dec 6, 2007 18:56 GMT)
New Zealand part-timers Waitakere United admit the Club World Cup could amount to an exercise in damage limitation for them.
Relegated Corinthians name Menezes as coach (Dec 6, 2007 16:36 GMT)
Brazilian outfit Corinthians, relegated to the second division on Sunday, have named Mano Menezes as the coach who will try to get them back to the top flight next year.
Argentina's Arsenal win first Sudamericana title (Dec 6, 2007 16:33 GMT)
Modest Argentine club Arsenal won the first title in their 50-year history on Wednesday when they scored a late goal to win the Copa Sudamericana final against Mexican club America.
McCarthy: No Korea move (Dec 5, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Wolves manager Mick McCarthy has ruled himself out of becoming the new coach of South Korea and has committed his future to the Championship club.
Osim asks about game after waking from coma (Dec 5, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Stroke-victim Ivica Osim's first words after waking from a coma were 'What happened in the game?' Japanese media reported on Wednesday.
Alam Shah hoping for mercy after Cup final attack (Dec 5, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Singapore striker Noh Alam Shah will throw himself on the mercy of a disciplinary panel on Monday when he faces misconduct charges after an attack on an international team mate during last month's Sin
Club World Cup: Milan bid to snap Europe's 'jinx' (Dec 5, 2007 08:00 GMT)
AC Milan have the weight of history against them as they bid to end an unhappy run for European teams at the Club World Cup.
Relegated Corinthians fire coach Nelsinho (Dec 5, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Corinthians, one of Brazil's most popular clubs, fired coach Nelsinho Baptista on Tuesday, two days after being relegated to the second division.
Houllier rules himself out of South Korea vacancy (Dec 5, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Gerard Houllier or Mick McCarthy will be the next coach of South Korea and an appointment will be made by the end of the week, the Korea Football Association (KFA) said on Wednesday.
Romario fails doping test, blames hair medicine (Dec 5, 2007 08:00 GMT)
A hair loss medicine was responsible for former Brazil striker Romario failing a doping test after a club match, the player said on Tuesday.
Brazilian talent is draining away - Luxemburgo (Dec 4, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Former Real Madrid and Brazil coach Vandelei Luxemburgo has called on the Brazilian government to take action to slow the exodus of young players to foreign clubs.
Schans is Namibia coach for Nations Cup (Dec 4, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Namibia named Dutchman Arie Schans as their new coach ahead of next month's African Nations Cup finals.
Carter: Lanús rise as Corinthians fall (Dec 4, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Jon Carter on Lanús' first Argentine title in their history and the relegation of debt-ridden Corinthians in Brazil.
Okada set for Japanese national team (Dec 4, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Takeshi Okada will be named Japanese national team coach after accepting an offer to return to the post, the Japan Football Association (JFA) said on Tuesday.
Pumas, Atlante reach Mexican final (Dec 3, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Pumas UNAM reached the final of the Mexican championship despite losing 4-2 to Santos Laguna in their semi-final second leg, where Daniel Ludena scored a hat-trick.
Lanus win Argentine championship for first time (Dec 3, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Modest Lanus won the Argentine championship for the first time in their 92-history on Sunday, wrapping up the title with a 1-1 draw at Boca Juniors.
Corinthians relegated in Brazil two years after title (Dec 3, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Corinthians, one of Brazil's most popular clubs and champions two years ago, were relegated after drawing 1-1 at Gremio in their final game on Sunday.
Reds flop lets Antlers snatch Japanese title (Dec 1, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Urawa Reds surrendered their Japanese title to Kashima Antlers after slumping to a 1-0 defeat at relegated Yokohama FC on Saturday.
Arsenal stun America in Sudamericana final (Dec 1, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Modest Argentine side Arsenal twice came from behind to beat America 3-2 away in the first leg of the Copa Sudamericana final on Friday.
Riquelme left over holiday row - Villarreal (Dec 1, 2007 08:00 GMT)
Argentine playmaker Juan Roman Riquelme had to leave Villarreal because he was not prepared to be treated the same way as the rest of his team mates, according to club president Fernando Roig.
Beckham's Galaxy goal delights NZ crowd (Dec 1, 2007 08:00 GMT)
It was not bent, it was dead straight, but a goal from the penalty spot by David Beckham sealed an emphatic 4-1 win for the LA Galaxy in a friendly with the Wellington Phoenix on Saturday.
