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No Palmeiras move for Egypt goalkeeper El Hadary (Feb 28, 2010 12:43 GMT)
Egypt goalkeeper Essam El Hadary will not be joining Brazilian giants Palmeiras after he reported on his website that the protracted transfer has broken down. And confusion remains about the authenticity of the offers as the stopper's current club Is
Ecuador champs Deportivo Quito see ban lifted (Feb 28, 2010 12:11 GMT)
Ecuador's champions Deportivo Quito paid their debts and had a suspension lifted on Friday in time to play their first division match against Manta, the Ecuadorean Football Federation (FEF) said.
Hangzhou and Chongqing back in top flight (Feb 27, 2010 11:37 GMT)
Hangzhou and Chongqing have regained their place in the Chinese Super League (CSL) to replace the two clubs relegated earlier this week for match-fixing.
South Korea: Jeonbuk Motors get into gear (Feb 27, 2010 11:29 GMT)
South Korea champions Jeonbuk Motors completed an excellent week by coming from behind to defeat Suwon Bluewings 3-1 on the opening day of the K-League season.
Copa Libertadores: Once Caldas shock Sao Paolo (Feb 26, 2010 09:32 GMT)
Colombian club Once Caldas claimed a memorable come-from-behind 2-1 victory against Brazilian giants Sao Paulo in their Group Two clash in the Copa Libertadores.
The week that was: Feb 26 (Feb 26, 2010 09:23 GMT)
Dominic Raynor on a week of hugely differing fortunes for 'fat' Ronaldo and 'waxed' Ronaldo.
Injured Togo keeper Obilale makes emotional plea (Feb 25, 2010 10:36 GMT)
Togo goalkeeper Kodjovi Obilale has issued an emotional appeal for help returning home, after revealing that Angola are unwilling to pay for his repatriation costs.
Copa Libertadores: Brazilian clubs all victorious (Feb 25, 2010 08:42 GMT)
Brazil striker Adriano was on target as Flamengo beat Chilean outfit Universidad Catolica 2-0 in a stormy Group Eight encounter, while their were also wins for fellow Brazilian sides Corinthians and Cruzeiro.
AFC Champions League: Adelaide shock Pohang (Feb 24, 2010 15:52 GMT)
Adelaide United made an impressive start to the 2010 Asian Champions League with teenage striker Matthew Leckie scoring the winner in a shock 1-0 victory over defending champions Pohang Steelers.
Copa Libertadores: In-form Velez win again (Feb 24, 2010 11:57 GMT)
Velez Sarsfield continued their good form by beating Venezuela's Deportivo Italia away from home to take the lead in Group Seven of the Copa Libertadores. Elsewhere, Internacional beat Emele and Uruguayan giants Nacional drew with Morelia in Mexico.
Chengdu Blades relegated for match-fixing scandal (Feb 23, 2010 11:25 GMT)
The Sheffield United-owned Chengdu Blades have been relegated from China's top flight along with one other club in a match-fixing scandal, the Chinese Football Association (CFA) confirmed on Tuesday.
Top scorer Palermo salvages Boca Juniors draw (Feb 22, 2010 23:55 GMT)
Martin Palermo was Argentina's saviour in a World Cup qualifier against Peru last October and he repeated the role for his club side Boca Juniors when he salvaged a point for the Buenos Aires giants against Godoy Cruz.
Brazilian striker Ronaldo sets retirement date (Feb 22, 2010 16:34 GMT)
Former Real Madrid, Barcelona and Inter Milan striker Ronaldo has announced he will retire from football at the end of next year.
Victory to go on attack against Beijing Guoan (Feb 22, 2010 12:32 GMT)
Melbourne Victory will retain a positive approach in the opening Asian Champions League match against Beijing Guoan on Tuesday.
Argentine player attacked with broken jug in Peru (Feb 21, 2010 09:28 GMT)
Argentine soccer player Neston Gaitan was taken to hospital in the Amazonian city of Iquitos after his neck was cut with a broken jug in an attack at a restaurant, Peruvian media reported on Saturday.
Egypt drawn with South Africa in Nations Cup (Feb 20, 2010 17:30 GMT)
African Nations Cup holders Egypt were drawn with 2010 World Cup hosts South Africa in the same qualifying group for the next Nations Cup, to be co-hosted by Equatorial Guinea and Gabon in 2012.
The week that was: Feb 20 (Feb 19, 2010 11:22 GMT)
Dominic Raynor on a week when the world's costliest XI was revealed and Fred felt Kaka's ire.
Brazil: Robinho bags brace in first home game (Feb 19, 2010 09:19 GMT)
Robinho scored twice as Santos beat Bragantino 6-3 on Thursday in his first home match since returning on loan from Manchester City.
Copa Libertadores: Holders Estudiantes hammered (Feb 19, 2010 08:33 GMT)
Estudiantes' hopes of retaining their Copa Libertadores title suffered a big blow with a 4-1 defeat to Alianza Lima in their second Group Three match.
CAS dismiss Togo appeal over Nations Cup draw (Feb 18, 2010 20:24 GMT)
Togo's appeal for provisional measures to be taken to ensure their place in the preliminary draw for the 2012 African Nations Cup have been dismissed, the Court of Arbitration for Sport has confirmed.
Copa Libertadores: Banfield on top in Ecuador (Feb 18, 2010 09:16 GMT)
Argentinian champions Banfield stormed to a 4-1 win over Deportivo Cuenca in Ecuador to consolidate their lead at the Copa Libertadores Group Six summit.
Drogba, Essian and Eto'o battle for African crown (Feb 17, 2010 15:26 GMT)
Ivory Coast striker Didier Drogba and Ghana midfielder Michael Essien have been included in the final three-man shortlist for the 2009 Africa Player of the Year award.
Omotoyossi has no regrets over playing for Benin (Feb 16, 2010 14:36 GMT)
Nigerian striker Razak Omotoyossi says he has no regrets over his decision to play for Benin despite the country dismissing the coaching staff and all the players after the African Nations Cup.
China claim shock East Asian Championship win (Feb 15, 2010 13:14 GMT)
China claimed a surprise East Asian Championship triumph after South Korea beat Japan 3-1 in a tempestuous game to hand them the title. Forward Qu Bo struck twice to give China a 2-0 victory over Hong Kong earlier on Sunday to leave them one point ah
Maritzburg Utd player suspended over penalty miss (Feb 15, 2010 12:27 GMT)
Maritzburg United defender Dikilu Bageta has been suspended by his club after he was accused of match-fixing following a missed penalty.
Gabon coach Giresse relieved of duties (Feb 15, 2010 11:13 GMT)
Gabon will not renew the contract of coach Alain Giresse after their elimination in the first round of the African Nations Cup finals, the country's football federation president has revealed.
Manuel Jose resigns as coach of Angola (Feb 15, 2010 11:06 GMT)
Manuel Jose has resigned as coach of Angola, ending a brief stay several months before the end of his contract.
Togo want Prem stars to help fight Nations Cup ban (Feb 14, 2010 22:14 GMT)
Togo coach Hubert Velud has once again slammed the decision to ban the team from the next two editions of the African Nations Cup, revealing they are attempting to get Premier League stars on their side in a bid to overturn the sanction.
Togo to appeal to CAS over Nations Cup ban (Feb 12, 2010 18:27 GMT)
Togo will appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport after they were banned from the next two African Nations Cups having pulled out of the tournament in Angola.
Red card for last-man foul set to be reviewed (Feb 12, 2010 16:23 GMT)
Players may no longer be sent off for fouls which deny an obvious goal-scoring opportunity if the referee gives a penalty as well, under a proposal submitted to the game's rulemaking body.
The week that was: Feb 12 (Feb 12, 2010 10:12 GMT)
Dominic Raynor on a week when Milan laughed off claims they sold Madrid a crocked Kaka.
Copa Libertadores: Five-star champions run riot (Feb 12, 2010 08:00 GMT)
Mauro Boselli hit a hat-trick as Estudiantes opened the defence of their Copa Libertadores title with a 5-1 win over Juan Aurich on Thursday. Boselli opened the scoring for the Argentinians from the spot after six minutes, with Luis Tejada levelling
Kelly: Upsets and unpredictability: The Copa Libertadores is back (Feb 11, 2010 10:08 GMT)
Sam Kelly looks at the contenders and pretenders for the biggest club competition in South America, the Copa Libertadores.
Viduka to hang up boots after Melbourne snub (Feb 11, 2010 09:27 GMT)
Mark Viduka appears to have all but confirmed his retirement from football after rejecting an offer from Melbourne Heart to play for the new A-League franchise next season.
Copa Libertadores: Goals and reds aplenty (Feb 11, 2010 08:00 GMT)
Argentinian champions Banfield beat Mexico's Morelia 2-1 in the opening round of Copa Libertadores Group Six.
South Korea stunned as China cruise to victory (Feb 10, 2010 15:01 GMT)
China stunned holders South Korea 3-0 at the East Asian Championship on Wednesday to give themselves an excellent chance of winning the four-team tournament.
Sydney FC captain Corica announces retirement (Feb 10, 2010 08:25 GMT)
Sydney FC skipper and former Australia international Steve Corica will bring the curtain down on a career spanning 21 years after today confirming his decision to retire at the end of the current A-League season.
Copa Libertadores: Catolica qualify, Cerro win (Feb 10, 2010 08:00 GMT)
Paraguay's Libertad, Uruguay's Cerro and Colombia's Once Caldas won their opening fixtures in the Copa Libertadores group stage on Tuesday.
Indonesia's 2022 World Cup bid in severe doubt (Feb 9, 2010 08:46 GMT)
Indonesia's hopes of hosting the 2022 World Cup are in doubt with the country's government yet to declare their support for the bid.
Benin dismiss boss and players after ANC failure (Feb 8, 2010 13:28 GMT)
Benin coach Michel Dussuyer has been sacked along with his technical and playing staff following their failure at the recently-concluded African Nations Cup.
Chinese state TV pulls coverage of Japan clash (Feb 8, 2010 10:24 GMT)
China's all-powerful state sports channel cancelled the broadcast of the national team's match against Japan at the weekend as Chinese soccer continued to reel from the ongoing match-fixing scandal.
Argentina: Banfield beaten, Estudiantes victorious (Feb 8, 2010 09:37 GMT)
Title holders Banfield fielded a reserve side and were beaten 2-1 at Chacarita Juniors in the Argentine Clausura championship on Sunday.
Robinho marks Santos return with late winner (Feb 7, 2010 22:06 GMT)
Robinho marked his return to Santos with a brilliant back-heeled winner in their 2-1 away win over Sao Paulo in the Paulista championship on Sunday.
Argentina: Boca woes continue with 4-2 defeat (Feb 7, 2010 14:33 GMT)
Boca Juniors went three goals down within 18 minutes as they lost 4-2 at Newell's Old Boys in the Argentine Clausura championship on Saturday night.
Own goal hands beleaguered America defeat (Feb 7, 2010 12:39 GMT)
America, who have had two players shot in the last fortnight, conceded an own goal in a 1-0 defeat away to Atlas in the Mexican Clausura championship.
A-League: Aloisi double sets up grandstand finish (Feb 7, 2010 12:26 GMT)
John Aloisi scored twice as Sydney FC defeated Perth Glory 3-2 at Parramatta Stadium to keep up the pressure on A-League leaders Melbourne Victory.
Adelaide United end Brisbane Roar's finals dream (Feb 6, 2010 16:12 GMT)
Goals from Fabian Barbiero and Lucas Pantelis secured a 2-0 victory fot Adelaide United and ended Brisbane Roar's hopes of a place in the A-League finals.
FFA ask Gold Coast's Palmer to explain comments (Feb 5, 2010 09:35 GMT)
Gold Coast United chairman Clive Palmer has been asked to explain his recent comments by the Football Federation of Australia (FFA) after he accused the governing body of corruption.
The week that was: Feb 05 (Feb 5, 2010 09:24 GMT)
Dominic Raynor on a week when Robinho removed his Clark Kent disguise and donned his Superman underpants.
Pressure on Japan coach Okada after dour display (Feb 5, 2010 08:00 GMT)
The normally low-key East Asian championship has taken on increasing significance for under-fire Japan coach Takeshi Okada in the build up to this year's World Cup in South Africa.
14-year-old killed in Argentina fan bus shooting (Feb 5, 2010 08:00 GMT)
A 14-year-old soccer fan died on Thursday after being shot along with two men when their bus was attacked on the way back to Rosario from a match in Buenos Aires, local media reported on Thursday.
Salifou hits out at CAF over Togo treatment (Feb 4, 2010 14:59 GMT)
Moustapha Salifou believes Togo have been banned from the next two African Nations Cups because they are "a small nation" after their withdrawal from the 2010 finals following the fatal coach attack in Angola.
China could consider Hiddink as next head coach (Feb 4, 2010 09:26 GMT)
The new head of the Chinese Football Association (CFA) believes China must stump up for the best coach available if another foreigner if hired for the post.
Copa Libertadores: Cruzeiro, Juan Arich through (Feb 4, 2010 08:46 GMT)
Brazilian giants Cruzeiro hammered nine-man Real Potosi 7-0 to make it into the Copa Libertadores Group Stage.
Adelaide snap up Griffiths on six-month deal (Feb 3, 2010 13:01 GMT)
Adelaide United have bolstered their squad for the upcoming Asian Champions League after signing former Newcastle Jets midfielder Adam Griffiths on a six-month deal.
Copa Libertadores: Libertad fight back to progress (Feb 3, 2010 11:27 GMT)
A brace by Pablo Velazquez helped Libertad progress to the Copa Libertadores Group Stage with a stirring comeback to defeat Venezuela's Deportivo Tachira.
Clederson opts for Al Ahli over Hertha Berlin (Feb 3, 2010 09:58 GMT)
Defending UAE League champions Al Ahli have announced Brazilian midfielder Cesar Clederson will rejoin the team until the end of the season.
Ayala returns to Argentina with Racing Club (Feb 3, 2010 09:18 GMT)
Former Argentina captain Roberto Ayala arrived home in Buenos Aires on Tuesday after 15 seasons in Europe to join Racing Club. The 36-year-old defender, regarded as one of Argentina's best ever, will be unveiled on Wednesday having left Real Zaragoza
A-League: North Queensland Fury rally for victory (Feb 2, 2010 14:20 GMT)
North Queensland Fury fought back from a goal down to see off Newcastle Jets 2-1 and keep alive their slim hopes of making the A-League play-offs.
Asia chiefs 'monitor' China match-fixing scandal (Feb 2, 2010 08:32 GMT)
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) remains committed to curing the game of the "disease" of match-fixing and is monitoring the ongoing scandal in China.
Robinho targets long stay at Santos homecoming (Feb 1, 2010 19:35 GMT)
Robinho targeted a long stay at Santos when the Manchester City forward started his six-month loan spell at his former club on Monday.
Chinese season faces delay due to match-fixing (Feb 1, 2010 11:52 GMT)
The Chinese Super League (CSL) season could be delayed after the arrest of several top officials in the ongoing match-fixing scandal, according to the country's new soccer supremo.
Argentina: Banfield open with win over River (Feb 1, 2010 08:17 GMT)
Uruguay's Sebastian Fernandez scored 16 minutes from time to give champions Banfield a 1-0 away win over River Plate at the Monumental in the opening round of the Argentine Clausura championship on Sunday.
Brazil: Adriano hat-trick helps Flamengo win derby (Feb 1, 2010 08:16 GMT)
Brazil striker Adriano scored a hat-trick to give national champions Flamengo a 5-3 win over Fluminense in a spectacular Carioca (Rio de Janeiro) championship derby on Sunday.
Mexico: America win first match since shooting (Feb 1, 2010 08:14 GMT)
America kicked off their Mexican championship match with 10 men on Sunday to show they are waiting for shooting victim Salvador Cabanas's return.
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No Palmeiras move for Egypt goalkeeper El Hadary (Feb 28, 2010 12:43 GMT)
Egypt goalkeeper Essam El Hadary will not be joining Brazilian giants Palmeiras after he reported on his website that the protracted transfer has broken down. And confusion remains about the authenticity of the offers as the stopper's current club Is
Ecuador champs Deportivo Quito see ban lifted (Feb 28, 2010 12:11 GMT)
Ecuador's champions Deportivo Quito paid their debts and had a suspension lifted on Friday in time to play their first division match against Manta, the Ecuadorean Football Federation (FEF) said.
Hangzhou and Chongqing back in top flight (Feb 27, 2010 11:37 GMT)
Hangzhou and Chongqing have regained their place in the Chinese Super League (CSL) to replace the two clubs relegated earlier this week for match-fixing.
South Korea: Jeonbuk Motors get into gear (Feb 27, 2010 11:29 GMT)
South Korea champions Jeonbuk Motors completed an excellent week by coming from behind to defeat Suwon Bluewings 3-1 on the opening day of the K-League season.
Copa Libertadores: Once Caldas shock Sao Paolo (Feb 26, 2010 09:32 GMT)
Colombian club Once Caldas claimed a memorable come-from-behind 2-1 victory against Brazilian giants Sao Paulo in their Group Two clash in the Copa Libertadores.
The week that was: Feb 26 (Feb 26, 2010 09:23 GMT)
Dominic Raynor on a week of hugely differing fortunes for 'fat' Ronaldo and 'waxed' Ronaldo.
Injured Togo keeper Obilale makes emotional plea (Feb 25, 2010 10:36 GMT)
Togo goalkeeper Kodjovi Obilale has issued an emotional appeal for help returning home, after revealing that Angola are unwilling to pay for his repatriation costs.
Copa Libertadores: Brazilian clubs all victorious (Feb 25, 2010 08:42 GMT)
Brazil striker Adriano was on target as Flamengo beat Chilean outfit Universidad Catolica 2-0 in a stormy Group Eight encounter, while their were also wins for fellow Brazilian sides Corinthians and Cruzeiro.
AFC Champions League: Adelaide shock Pohang (Feb 24, 2010 15:52 GMT)
Adelaide United made an impressive start to the 2010 Asian Champions League with teenage striker Matthew Leckie scoring the winner in a shock 1-0 victory over defending champions Pohang Steelers.
Copa Libertadores: In-form Velez win again (Feb 24, 2010 11:57 GMT)
Velez Sarsfield continued their good form by beating Venezuela's Deportivo Italia away from home to take the lead in Group Seven of the Copa Libertadores. Elsewhere, Internacional beat Emele and Uruguayan giants Nacional drew with Morelia in Mexico.
Chengdu Blades relegated for match-fixing scandal (Feb 23, 2010 11:25 GMT)
The Sheffield United-owned Chengdu Blades have been relegated from China's top flight along with one other club in a match-fixing scandal, the Chinese Football Association (CFA) confirmed on Tuesday.
Top scorer Palermo salvages Boca Juniors draw (Feb 22, 2010 23:55 GMT)
Martin Palermo was Argentina's saviour in a World Cup qualifier against Peru last October and he repeated the role for his club side Boca Juniors when he salvaged a point for the Buenos Aires giants against Godoy Cruz.
Brazilian striker Ronaldo sets retirement date (Feb 22, 2010 16:34 GMT)
Former Real Madrid, Barcelona and Inter Milan striker Ronaldo has announced he will retire from football at the end of next year.
Victory to go on attack against Beijing Guoan (Feb 22, 2010 12:32 GMT)
Melbourne Victory will retain a positive approach in the opening Asian Champions League match against Beijing Guoan on Tuesday.
Argentine player attacked with broken jug in Peru (Feb 21, 2010 09:28 GMT)
Argentine soccer player Neston Gaitan was taken to hospital in the Amazonian city of Iquitos after his neck was cut with a broken jug in an attack at a restaurant, Peruvian media reported on Saturday.
Egypt drawn with South Africa in Nations Cup (Feb 20, 2010 17:30 GMT)
African Nations Cup holders Egypt were drawn with 2010 World Cup hosts South Africa in the same qualifying group for the next Nations Cup, to be co-hosted by Equatorial Guinea and Gabon in 2012.
The week that was: Feb 20 (Feb 19, 2010 11:22 GMT)
Dominic Raynor on a week when the world's costliest XI was revealed and Fred felt Kaka's ire.
Brazil: Robinho bags brace in first home game (Feb 19, 2010 09:19 GMT)
Robinho scored twice as Santos beat Bragantino 6-3 on Thursday in his first home match since returning on loan from Manchester City.
Copa Libertadores: Holders Estudiantes hammered (Feb 19, 2010 08:33 GMT)
Estudiantes' hopes of retaining their Copa Libertadores title suffered a big blow with a 4-1 defeat to Alianza Lima in their second Group Three match.
CAS dismiss Togo appeal over Nations Cup draw (Feb 18, 2010 20:24 GMT)
Togo's appeal for provisional measures to be taken to ensure their place in the preliminary draw for the 2012 African Nations Cup have been dismissed, the Court of Arbitration for Sport has confirmed.
Copa Libertadores: Banfield on top in Ecuador (Feb 18, 2010 09:16 GMT)
Argentinian champions Banfield stormed to a 4-1 win over Deportivo Cuenca in Ecuador to consolidate their lead at the Copa Libertadores Group Six summit.
Drogba, Essian and Eto'o battle for African crown (Feb 17, 2010 15:26 GMT)
Ivory Coast striker Didier Drogba and Ghana midfielder Michael Essien have been included in the final three-man shortlist for the 2009 Africa Player of the Year award.
Omotoyossi has no regrets over playing for Benin (Feb 16, 2010 14:36 GMT)
Nigerian striker Razak Omotoyossi says he has no regrets over his decision to play for Benin despite the country dismissing the coaching staff and all the players after the African Nations Cup.
China claim shock East Asian Championship win (Feb 15, 2010 13:14 GMT)
China claimed a surprise East Asian Championship triumph after South Korea beat Japan 3-1 in a tempestuous game to hand them the title. Forward Qu Bo struck twice to give China a 2-0 victory over Hong Kong earlier on Sunday to leave them one point ah
Maritzburg Utd player suspended over penalty miss (Feb 15, 2010 12:27 GMT)
Maritzburg United defender Dikilu Bageta has been suspended by his club after he was accused of match-fixing following a missed penalty.
Gabon coach Giresse relieved of duties (Feb 15, 2010 11:13 GMT)
Gabon will not renew the contract of coach Alain Giresse after their elimination in the first round of the African Nations Cup finals, the country's football federation president has revealed.
Manuel Jose resigns as coach of Angola (Feb 15, 2010 11:06 GMT)
Manuel Jose has resigned as coach of Angola, ending a brief stay several months before the end of his contract.
Togo want Prem stars to help fight Nations Cup ban (Feb 14, 2010 22:14 GMT)
Togo coach Hubert Velud has once again slammed the decision to ban the team from the next two editions of the African Nations Cup, revealing they are attempting to get Premier League stars on their side in a bid to overturn the sanction.
Togo to appeal to CAS over Nations Cup ban (Feb 12, 2010 18:27 GMT)
Togo will appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport after they were banned from the next two African Nations Cups having pulled out of the tournament in Angola.
Red card for last-man foul set to be reviewed (Feb 12, 2010 16:23 GMT)
Players may no longer be sent off for fouls which deny an obvious goal-scoring opportunity if the referee gives a penalty as well, under a proposal submitted to the game's rulemaking body.
The week that was: Feb 12 (Feb 12, 2010 10:12 GMT)
Dominic Raynor on a week when Milan laughed off claims they sold Madrid a crocked Kaka.
Copa Libertadores: Five-star champions run riot (Feb 12, 2010 08:00 GMT)
Mauro Boselli hit a hat-trick as Estudiantes opened the defence of their Copa Libertadores title with a 5-1 win over Juan Aurich on Thursday. Boselli opened the scoring for the Argentinians from the spot after six minutes, with Luis Tejada levelling
Kelly: Upsets and unpredictability: The Copa Libertadores is back (Feb 11, 2010 10:08 GMT)
Sam Kelly looks at the contenders and pretenders for the biggest club competition in South America, the Copa Libertadores.
Viduka to hang up boots after Melbourne snub (Feb 11, 2010 09:27 GMT)
Mark Viduka appears to have all but confirmed his retirement from football after rejecting an offer from Melbourne Heart to play for the new A-League franchise next season.
Copa Libertadores: Goals and reds aplenty (Feb 11, 2010 08:00 GMT)
Argentinian champions Banfield beat Mexico's Morelia 2-1 in the opening round of Copa Libertadores Group Six.
South Korea stunned as China cruise to victory (Feb 10, 2010 15:01 GMT)
China stunned holders South Korea 3-0 at the East Asian Championship on Wednesday to give themselves an excellent chance of winning the four-team tournament.
Sydney FC captain Corica announces retirement (Feb 10, 2010 08:25 GMT)
Sydney FC skipper and former Australia international Steve Corica will bring the curtain down on a career spanning 21 years after today confirming his decision to retire at the end of the current A-League season.
Copa Libertadores: Catolica qualify, Cerro win (Feb 10, 2010 08:00 GMT)
Paraguay's Libertad, Uruguay's Cerro and Colombia's Once Caldas won their opening fixtures in the Copa Libertadores group stage on Tuesday.
Indonesia's 2022 World Cup bid in severe doubt (Feb 9, 2010 08:46 GMT)
Indonesia's hopes of hosting the 2022 World Cup are in doubt with the country's government yet to declare their support for the bid.
Benin dismiss boss and players after ANC failure (Feb 8, 2010 13:28 GMT)
Benin coach Michel Dussuyer has been sacked along with his technical and playing staff following their failure at the recently-concluded African Nations Cup.
Chinese state TV pulls coverage of Japan clash (Feb 8, 2010 10:24 GMT)
China's all-powerful state sports channel cancelled the broadcast of the national team's match against Japan at the weekend as Chinese soccer continued to reel from the ongoing match-fixing scandal.
Argentina: Banfield beaten, Estudiantes victorious (Feb 8, 2010 09:37 GMT)
Title holders Banfield fielded a reserve side and were beaten 2-1 at Chacarita Juniors in the Argentine Clausura championship on Sunday.
Robinho marks Santos return with late winner (Feb 7, 2010 22:06 GMT)
Robinho marked his return to Santos with a brilliant back-heeled winner in their 2-1 away win over Sao Paulo in the Paulista championship on Sunday.
Argentina: Boca woes continue with 4-2 defeat (Feb 7, 2010 14:33 GMT)
Boca Juniors went three goals down within 18 minutes as they lost 4-2 at Newell's Old Boys in the Argentine Clausura championship on Saturday night.
Own goal hands beleaguered America defeat (Feb 7, 2010 12:39 GMT)
America, who have had two players shot in the last fortnight, conceded an own goal in a 1-0 defeat away to Atlas in the Mexican Clausura championship.
A-League: Aloisi double sets up grandstand finish (Feb 7, 2010 12:26 GMT)
John Aloisi scored twice as Sydney FC defeated Perth Glory 3-2 at Parramatta Stadium to keep up the pressure on A-League leaders Melbourne Victory.
Adelaide United end Brisbane Roar's finals dream (Feb 6, 2010 16:12 GMT)
Goals from Fabian Barbiero and Lucas Pantelis secured a 2-0 victory fot Adelaide United and ended Brisbane Roar's hopes of a place in the A-League finals.
FFA ask Gold Coast's Palmer to explain comments (Feb 5, 2010 09:35 GMT)
Gold Coast United chairman Clive Palmer has been asked to explain his recent comments by the Football Federation of Australia (FFA) after he accused the governing body of corruption.
The week that was: Feb 05 (Feb 5, 2010 09:24 GMT)
Dominic Raynor on a week when Robinho removed his Clark Kent disguise and donned his Superman underpants.
Pressure on Japan coach Okada after dour display (Feb 5, 2010 08:00 GMT)
The normally low-key East Asian championship has taken on increasing significance for under-fire Japan coach Takeshi Okada in the build up to this year's World Cup in South Africa.
14-year-old killed in Argentina fan bus shooting (Feb 5, 2010 08:00 GMT)
A 14-year-old soccer fan died on Thursday after being shot along with two men when their bus was attacked on the way back to Rosario from a match in Buenos Aires, local media reported on Thursday.
Salifou hits out at CAF over Togo treatment (Feb 4, 2010 14:59 GMT)
Moustapha Salifou believes Togo have been banned from the next two African Nations Cups because they are "a small nation" after their withdrawal from the 2010 finals following the fatal coach attack in Angola.
China could consider Hiddink as next head coach (Feb 4, 2010 09:26 GMT)
The new head of the Chinese Football Association (CFA) believes China must stump up for the best coach available if another foreigner if hired for the post.
Copa Libertadores: Cruzeiro, Juan Arich through (Feb 4, 2010 08:46 GMT)
Brazilian giants Cruzeiro hammered nine-man Real Potosi 7-0 to make it into the Copa Libertadores Group Stage.
Adelaide snap up Griffiths on six-month deal (Feb 3, 2010 13:01 GMT)
Adelaide United have bolstered their squad for the upcoming Asian Champions League after signing former Newcastle Jets midfielder Adam Griffiths on a six-month deal.
Copa Libertadores: Libertad fight back to progress (Feb 3, 2010 11:27 GMT)
A brace by Pablo Velazquez helped Libertad progress to the Copa Libertadores Group Stage with a stirring comeback to defeat Venezuela's Deportivo Tachira.
Clederson opts for Al Ahli over Hertha Berlin (Feb 3, 2010 09:58 GMT)
Defending UAE League champions Al Ahli have announced Brazilian midfielder Cesar Clederson will rejoin the team until the end of the season.
Ayala returns to Argentina with Racing Club (Feb 3, 2010 09:18 GMT)
Former Argentina captain Roberto Ayala arrived home in Buenos Aires on Tuesday after 15 seasons in Europe to join Racing Club. The 36-year-old defender, regarded as one of Argentina's best ever, will be unveiled on Wednesday having left Real Zaragoza
A-League: North Queensland Fury rally for victory (Feb 2, 2010 14:20 GMT)
North Queensland Fury fought back from a goal down to see off Newcastle Jets 2-1 and keep alive their slim hopes of making the A-League play-offs.
Asia chiefs 'monitor' China match-fixing scandal (Feb 2, 2010 08:32 GMT)
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) remains committed to curing the game of the "disease" of match-fixing and is monitoring the ongoing scandal in China.
Robinho targets long stay at Santos homecoming (Feb 1, 2010 19:35 GMT)
Robinho targeted a long stay at Santos when the Manchester City forward started his six-month loan spell at his former club on Monday.
Chinese season faces delay due to match-fixing (Feb 1, 2010 11:52 GMT)
The Chinese Super League (CSL) season could be delayed after the arrest of several top officials in the ongoing match-fixing scandal, according to the country's new soccer supremo.
Argentina: Banfield open with win over River (Feb 1, 2010 08:17 GMT)
Uruguay's Sebastian Fernandez scored 16 minutes from time to give champions Banfield a 1-0 away win over River Plate at the Monumental in the opening round of the Argentine Clausura championship on Sunday.
Brazil: Adriano hat-trick helps Flamengo win derby (Feb 1, 2010 08:16 GMT)
Brazil striker Adriano scored a hat-trick to give national champions Flamengo a 5-3 win over Fluminense in a spectacular Carioca (Rio de Janeiro) championship derby on Sunday.
Mexico: America win first match since shooting (Feb 1, 2010 08:14 GMT)
America kicked off their Mexican championship match with 10 men on Sunday to show they are waiting for shooting victim Salvador Cabanas's return.
