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SFA requests apology after Neymar racism row (Mar 31, 2011 15:28 GMT)
Scottish Football Association (SFA) chief executive Stewart Regan has written to the Brazilian football federation (CBF) in order to request an apology after Neymar accused Scotland fans of racism on Sunday.
Agudelo: Messi is 'closest thing to an alien' (Mar 31, 2011 09:29 GMT)
American teenage sensation Juan Agudelo has described Argentina's Lionel Messi as an "alien" after playing against the World Player of the Year for the first time.
First XI: Goal-scoring goalkeepers (Mar 31, 2011 08:51 GMT)
After Rogerio Ceni claimed his 100th goal, we put together our First XI goal-scoring 'keepers.
Copa Libertadores: Estudiantes progress (Mar 31, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Argentinian champions Estudiantes secured their place in the last 16 of the Copa Libertadores with a 1-1 draw against Tolima in Colombia.
Aussies rule in Moenchengladbach (Mar 29, 2011 23:07 GMT)
Brett Taylor reviews a superb night for Australia as they beat Germany on their own turf.
Maher: Signs of progression for Ireland (Mar 29, 2011 22:10 GMT)
Gareth Maher was at the Aviva Stadium to see an experimental Ireland impress despite losing to Uruguay.
Friendlies: Australia gain revenge on Germany (Mar 29, 2011 19:18 GMT)
Russia were held to a shock 1-1 draw by Qatar in a friendly in Doha on Tuesday.
German tourist admits Emirates banana throw (Mar 29, 2011 15:38 GMT)
A teenage German tourist has admitted to throwing a banana onto the pitch at the Emirates during Scotland friendly with Brazil, Arsenal have confirmed.
Swarm of bees halts Brazilian junior match (Mar 29, 2011 09:19 GMT)
A swarm of bees called a halt to a junior match after they found their way onto the pitch half an hour into a game in Brazil.
Rebuilding in Japan (Mar 29, 2011 08:24 GMT)
John Duerden assesses the effects of the Japan tragedy and how football is helping to give hope.
Levein's Scotland showing signs of progress (Mar 28, 2011 22:25 GMT)
They may have lost to Brazil but Scotland are progressing nicely under Craig Levein, says Andy Moir.
Nations Cup: Drogba double seals victory (Mar 28, 2011 21:31 GMT)
Didier Drogba scored twice as the Ivory Coast beat Benin 2-1 on Sunday night to maintain their 100% record in African Nations Cup qualifying.
United set for MLS All-Stars rematch (Mar 28, 2011 17:45 GMT)
Manchester United will return to the United States this summer to take on the Major League Soccer All-Stars side as part of their pre-season preparation.
Bin Hammam blames Blatter for FIFA image (Mar 28, 2011 14:29 GMT)
FIFA presidential challenger Mohamed Bin Hammam has launched a personal jibe at his rival Sepp Blatter, claiming the organisation is only unpopular because of him.
Captain calamity and no never Neymar (Mar 28, 2011 09:46 GMT)
The Fifth Official lambasts England's captaincy calamity and examines the Neymar storm.
Chat LIVE with Shaka Hislop - 1900 BST (Mar 28, 2011 07:31 GMT)
Join us at 1900 BST on March 28 for a LIVE chat with Shaka Hislop.
Schwarzer eyes German redemption (Mar 28, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Mark Schwarzer has called on the Socceroos to replicate their giant-killing deeds of the past to exact some revenge on heavyweights Germany in Tuesday's friendly.
Ghana's Gyan puts penalty demons behind him (Mar 28, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Asamoah Gyan is hoping he gets another chance of World Cup glory after finding himself at the centre of Ghana's heart-breaking exit last summer.
Argentina: Riquelme hits winner for Boca (Mar 28, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Boca Juniors talisman Juan Roman Riquelme helped his side to just their second win of the Clausura campaign with the winning goal against Colon Santa Fe.
Adams: Neymar makes a name for himself (Mar 27, 2011 21:53 GMT)
Tom Adams was at Emirates Stadium to witness a masterclass from Brazil's next great talent, Neymar.
Neymar racism row mars Brazil win (Mar 27, 2011 18:08 GMT)
Brazil star Neymar is at the centre of a racism row after a banana was thrown on to the field during his country's 2-0 victory over Scotland at the Emirates Stadium.
MLS: Real Salt Lake thrash Los Angeles Galaxy (Mar 27, 2011 11:21 GMT)
Real Salt Lake were dominant as they hammered the Los Angeles Galaxy 4-1.
Argentina: River Plate move up to fourth (Mar 27, 2011 10:57 GMT)
Fallen giants River Plate continued their solid start to the Clausura campaign with a 2-1 win over Newell's Old Boys.
Friendlies: USA hold Argentina, Mexico win (Mar 27, 2011 08:13 GMT)
Juan Agudelo's second-half strike helped USA clinch a 1-1 draw in their friendly against Argentina after a very disappointing first-half performance.
Botswana book African Nations Cup berth (Mar 27, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Minnows Botswana became the first country to qualify for next year's African Nations Cup today while former champions Egypt and Cameroon saw their chances suffer setbacks.
Argentina: Own goals help lift Estudiantes top (Mar 26, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Estudiantes went top of the early Clausura table with a 3-0 win over struggling All Boys on Friday night.
Friendlies: Estonia upset Uruguay, S.Korea win (Mar 25, 2011 14:59 GMT)
Estonia shocked World Cup semi-finalists Uruguay 2-0 with a great second half display at the A. Le Coq Arena.
Moses still awaiting international clearance (Mar 25, 2011 12:12 GMT)
Victor Moses is unable to play in Nigeria's African Nations Cup tie against Ethiopia on Sunday because Wigan forward is still awaiting official clearance from FIFA.
Levein relishing Brazil challenge (Mar 25, 2011 12:11 GMT)
Scotland coach Craig Levein says he cannot wait for his side to test themselves against the might of Brazil, having admired the five-time World Cup winners from afar for many years.
David Beckham to captain LA Galaxy again (Mar 25, 2011 10:23 GMT)
Former England captain David Beckham will skipper Los Angeles Galaxy this weekend when they visit Real Salt Lake.
Cat-fights and inflatable sheep (Mar 25, 2011 09:01 GMT)
This week in Off The Ball, Gerald Asamoah causes a three-woman catfight and thousands of inflatable sheep head to Wales.
Another death stains Argentine football (Mar 25, 2011 08:51 GMT)
Sam Kelly reports from Buenos Aires on the disturbing death of a fan at Velez Sarsfield.
Lucas happy to upset Dalglish (Mar 25, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Lucas Leiva believes this weekend's international friendly against Scotland is "very important'' to Brazil but admits that he may have to upset club manager Kenny Dalglish if he is to secure victory.
Copa Libertadores: Silva's like gold for Velez (Mar 25, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Argentinian side Velez Sarsfield claimed a key 2-1 victory at home to Chile's Union Espanola to keep alive their qualifying chances in the Copa Libertadores Group Four.
Ronaldo: Brazil trio are the future (Mar 24, 2011 08:11 GMT)
Brazilian football legend Ronaldo has put his faith for the future of the national team into three young players: Neymar, Ganso and Lucas.
Rewind: Brilliant Brazil's brush with greatness (Mar 24, 2011 07:01 GMT)
Tom Adams rewinds to 1982, when Brazil flirted with greatness at the World Cup.
Copa Libertadores: Deco wins epic for Flu (Mar 24, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Brazilian champions Fluminense came from behind twice to claim their first Copa Libertadores victory with a 3-2 triumph against Mexico's Club America.
Palermo: Boca Juniors have hit 'rock bottom' (Mar 23, 2011 14:09 GMT)
Boca Juniors striker Martin Palermo claims that the club have hit ''rock bottom'' as they struggle in the Argentine Clausura league this season.
Copa Libertadores: Catolica usurp Caracas (Mar 23, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Chilean giants Universidad Catolica claimed a 2-0 away win over Caracas in Venezuela to go top of Group Four in the Copa Libertadores.
Platini to consult UEFA members before decision (Mar 22, 2011 16:30 GMT)
Michel Platini will speak to senior UEFA figures before declaring support for either Sepp Blatter or Mohamed Bin Hammam in the FIFA presidential election contest.
Japanese League to resume action on April 23 (Mar 22, 2011 16:15 GMT)
The J. League will resume on April 23 chairman Kazumi Ohigashi confirmed after the competition was suspended following the devastating earthquake and tsunami that hit north-eastern Japan on March 11.
Sepp Blatter "to stand down in 2015" (Mar 22, 2011 09:44 GMT)
Sepp Blatter will make way for a successor as FIFA president in four years' time if he is re-elected in June, he announced on Tuesday.
Argentina: Gimnasia turn it around at home (Mar 22, 2011 08:21 GMT)
Gimnasia La Plata came back from a goal down at the Juan Carlos Zerillo stadium to beat 10-man Tigre 2-1 in Argentina's Tourneo Clausura.
Messi and Mourinho top football's rich list (Mar 21, 2011 21:28 GMT)
Lionel Messi and Jose Mourinho are the richest men in football according to France Football magazine survey.
Bin Hammam: Time for Blatter to leave FIFA (Mar 21, 2011 19:56 GMT)
Mohamed Bin Hammam has claimed that is it time for FIFA president Sepp Blatter to step down, after 13 years in charge, as he campaigns to take charge of world football's governing body.
Rangers forward Naismith misses Brazil tie (Mar 21, 2011 14:05 GMT)
Rangers midfielder Steven Naismith has withdrawn from the Scotland squad for Sunday's friendly with Brazil with hamstring and groin injuries, assistant manager Peter Houston has confirmed.
Argentina: Olimpo beat Boca Juniors to go top (Mar 21, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Olimpo moved a point clear at the top of the Argentinian Clausura on Sunday with a 2-0 win at Boca Juniors.
K-League: Suwon lose to Pohang Steelers (Mar 20, 2011 13:53 GMT)
Suwon Bluewings lost their hold on top spot in the K-League after losing 2-0 at Pohang Steelers.
Argentina: Godoy keep up pressure on Racing (Mar 20, 2011 09:46 GMT)
Godoy Cruz moved within two points of Argentinian Clausura leaders Racing Club on Saturday night thanks to a 2-0 win over Lanus.
Mexico: Monterrey move within point of Tigres (Mar 20, 2011 09:35 GMT)
Mexican Clausura champions Monterrey moved within a point of Group One leaders Tigres on Saturday night thanks to a 2-1 victory over 10-man Club America.
Platini primed to take over from Sepp Blatter (Mar 19, 2011 16:23 GMT)
Michel Platini is being groomed to succeed Sepp Blatter as FIFA President in four years' time, according to ESPNsoccernet sources within football's corridors of power.
Beckenbauer fears for FIFA unity (Mar 18, 2011 17:28 GMT)
Franz Beckenbauer has warned that the FIFA presidential election battle could split the world governing body apart.
Bin Hammam campaigning for change (Mar 18, 2011 11:57 GMT)
John Duerden on the FIFA Presidency fight that sees Mohamed Bin Hammam challenge Sepp Blatter.
From Bradford to Bangkok (Mar 18, 2011 09:16 GMT)
John Duerden speaks to former Fulham defender Zesh Rehman about his new career in Thailand.
Gattuso dances with ref, Spurs go space-age (Mar 18, 2011 08:33 GMT)
This week in Off The Ball, Gennaro Gattuso swaps fighting for dancing and Argentinian model Milena Hot strips for All Boys.
Bin Hammam confirms Blatter challenge (Mar 18, 2011 08:05 GMT)
Asian football supremo Mohamed bin Hammam has officially declared that he will run against Sepp Blatter at the FIFA presidential election in June, claiming "the time is right" to fight the incumbent.
Libertadores: Junior move into round of 16 (Mar 18, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Colombian side Junior secured their place in the Copa Libertadores round of 16 by beating Bolivian outfit Oriente Petrolero 2-1 on Thursday night.
Bin Hammam to announce Blatter challenge (Mar 17, 2011 17:18 GMT)
Asian football chief Mohamed Bin Hammam will announce on Friday he is to challenge Sepp Blatter for the FIFA presidency.
Copa Libertadores: Big wins for Brazilian giants (Mar 17, 2011 07:27 GMT)
Brazilian giants Cruzeiro moved a step closer to qualification for the Copa Libertadores round of 16 by hammering Colombian side Tolima 6-1 in Sete Lagoas on Wednesday night.
ACL: Shandong Luneng ease to first victory (Mar 16, 2011 15:52 GMT)
Shandong Luneng claimed their first win in this season's Asian Champions League after easing past Cerezo Osaka 2-0 at Shandong Sports Centre.
Copa Libertadores: Libertad race into last 16 (Mar 16, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Paraguayan side Libertad became the first team to qualify for the Copa Libertadores round of 16 with a 1-0 Group One victory over Universidad San Martin 1-0 in Peru on Tuesday night.
MLS: Galaxy silence Sounders in opener (Mar 16, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Juninho's second-half strike ensured the Los Angeles Galaxy opened the 2011 Major League Soccer season in style with a 1-0 win over the Seattle Sounders on Tuesday night.
Mokoena axed by South Africa for ANC game (Mar 15, 2011 14:54 GMT)
South Africa captain Aaron Mokoena has been dropped from the squad to face Egypt in a crucial African Nations Cup qualifier.
Japan's Kashima Antlers suspend all activity (Mar 15, 2011 12:37 GMT)
Kashima Antlers have suspended all activity and told foreign players and staff they could leave Japan as fears escalated over a stricken nuclear plant.
Argentina: Independiente off the mark in style (Mar 15, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Independiente picked up their first victory of the Argentinian Clausura season on Monday night with an emphatic 4-0 home triumph over Newell's Old Boys.
Dortmund's Langerak gets Socceroos chance (Mar 15, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Mitch Langerak, back-up goalkeeper at Bundesliga leaders Borussia Dortmund, has been named in Australia's squad for the friendly against Germany on March 29.
Chat LIVE with Dan Thomas - 1830 GMT (Mar 14, 2011 20:30 GMT)
Join us at 1830 GMT on March 14 for a LIVE chat with Dan Thomas.
Wilshere Olympic inclusion down to Arsenal (Mar 14, 2011 16:47 GMT)
Arsenal starlet Jack Wilshere could only be chosen to play at both the London 2012 Olympics and Euro 2012 finals with Arsenal's permission, according to FA general secretary Alex Horne.
Gyan hopes Welbeck will opt for Ghana (Mar 14, 2011 10:36 GMT)
Sunderland striker Asamoah Gyan is hopeful Danny Welbeck will represent Ghana at international level.
J.League games postponed till April after quake (Mar 14, 2011 09:24 GMT)
This month's remaining J.League games have been postponed in the wake of Friday's massive earthquake that hit the north east of Japan.
Argentina: La Academia take over at top (Mar 14, 2011 08:06 GMT)
Racing Club moved to the top of Argentina's Clausura with a win at Colon Santa Fe, as Estudiantes slipped to a surprise defeat against Godoy Cruz.
Argentina: Racing Club surge into early lead (Mar 14, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Racing Club moved to the top of Argentina's Clausura with a win at Colon Santa Fe, as Estudiantes slipped to a surprise defeat against Godoy Cruz.
Beckham hints at Premier League return (Mar 13, 2011 10:19 GMT)
David Beckham has hinted he is considering a return to the Premier League when his contract with Los Angeles Galaxy expires at the end of the MLS season.
Argentina: San Lorenzo go top with Boca win (Mar 13, 2011 08:00 GMT)
San Lorenzo moved to the top of Argentina's Clausura with a single goal victory over struggling Boca Juniors.
Sevilla striker Luis Fabiano returns to Brazil (Mar 12, 2011 13:13 GMT)
Brazil striker Luis Fabiano has rejoined former club Sao Paulo from Sevilla.
Carlos Tevez left out of Argentina squad (Mar 12, 2011 08:00 GMT)
Carlos Tevez has again been omitted from the Argentina squad, ahead of forthcoming friendly matches against the United States and Costa Rica.
Argentina Clausura: Olimpo, Banfield move top (Mar 12, 2011 08:00 GMT)
Olimpo and Banfield both scored narrow successes to take over at the top of Argentina's Clausura.
Japan earthquake halts J-League schedule (Mar 11, 2011 14:55 GMT)
This weekend's J-League programme has been postponed after a massive earthquake and subsequent tsunami devastated large parts of Japan on Friday.
Forlan out in cold, Messi bid gets messy (Mar 11, 2011 08:51 GMT)
This week in Off The Ball, Atletico deny campaign to alienate Diego Forlan and a Messi bid gets messy.
Copa Libertadores: Godoy beat Independiente (Mar 11, 2011 08:00 GMT)
Godoy Cruz came from behind to inflict a 3-1 defeat on Argentinian rivals Independiente in the Copa Libertadores, while Union Espanola beat Velez Sarsfield 2-1.
Brazil: Sao Paulo keep pace with Ituano win (Mar 11, 2011 08:00 GMT)
Sao Paulo joined the pacesetters in Brazil's Campeonato Paulista with a 2-0 defeat of Ituano.
Bin Hammam hints at FIFA president candidacy (Mar 10, 2011 11:47 GMT)
Mohamed bin Hammam has dropped the strongest hint yet that he intends to oppose Sepp Blatter's bid for re-election as FIFA president.
Foreign legion show China the way (Mar 10, 2011 10:25 GMT)
John Duerden examines how an influx of foreign coaches is benefitting the Chinese league.
Brazil: Ponte Preta prove a point with win (Mar 10, 2011 09:45 GMT)
Ponte Preta stunned Brazil's Campeonato Paulista leaders Corinthians with a 1-0 win. Everton Santos got the only goal 12 minutes in as the visitors climbed up to fourth in the table.
FIFA takes action following match-fixing probe (Mar 10, 2011 09:12 GMT)
FIFA has opened disciplinary proceedings against six match officials in relation to a possible match-fixing charge relating to two friendly internationals in February.
First XI: Insult to injury (Mar 10, 2011 08:37 GMT)
From elks to frying pans, this week's First XI looks at some of the most unlikely injuries.
Home-based Argentina for Venezuela (Mar 10, 2011 08:00 GMT)
Argentina national team coach Sergi Batista has named a 22-man squad of home-based men to play Venezuela in a friendly match next Wednesday.
Copa Libertadores: Estudiantes edge Guarani (Mar 10, 2011 08:00 GMT)
Reigning Argentinian champions Estudiantes came back from a goal down to beat Guarani 2-1 in Paraguay in the Copa Libertadores on Wednesday.
Argentina leapfrog Brazil in FIFA rankings (Mar 9, 2011 15:44 GMT)
Argentina have risen to fourth in the FIFA world ranking, leapfrogging Brazil to become South America's top side.
Libya ANC match moved due to unrest (Mar 9, 2011 10:44 GMT)
Libya have been forced to move their 2012 African Cup of Nations qualifier against Comoros from Tripoli because of the country's political turmoil.
Copa Libertadores: Libertad take top spot (Mar 9, 2011 08:13 GMT)
Libertad crushed Peruvian champions Universidad San Martin 5-1 in Paraguay to take over at the top of Copa Libertadores Group One.
Argentina: Arsenal crush Independiente (Mar 8, 2011 08:00 GMT)
Arsenal Sarandi moved up to fifth in the Argentinian Clausura with a comfortable 3-0 defeat of struggling Independiente.
Pele warns that money could destroy football (Mar 7, 2011 12:03 GMT)
Brazil legend Pele has warned that soaring players' salaries and powerful agents who squeeze clubs for higher fees represent a "danger for the future" of the game.
Argentina: River Plate held, 10-man Tigres win (Mar 7, 2011 08:00 GMT)
River Plate missed the chance to move to the summit of the Argentinian Clausura after being held to a goalless draw at home to Argentinos Juniors.
Argentina: Estudiantes go top, Racing second (Mar 6, 2011 13:47 GMT)
Estudiantes moved to the top of the Argentinian Clausura with a 2-0 win over Gimnasia La Plata.
Horne hopeful as goal-line experiments go on (Mar 6, 2011 13:40 GMT)
Football Association general secretary Alex Horne says goal-line technology could be approved in 2012 if it can be shown to work.
IFAB continues tech experiments, bans snoods (Mar 5, 2011 12:47 GMT)
The International FA Board has decided to continue experiments on goal-line technology - and has issued a ban on players wearing snoods.
Bin Hammam drops hint over Blatter challenge (Mar 5, 2011 12:26 GMT)
Asian football supremo Mohamed Bin Hammam has dropped a new hint that he may challenge Sepp Blatter for the FIFA presidency.
Argentina: San Lorenzo beat All Boys, go top (Mar 5, 2011 08:00 GMT)
San Lorenzo climbed to the summit of the Argentinian Clausura with a 3-0 win at 10-man All Boys on Friday.
Can Stojkovic and Grampus do it better? (Mar 5, 2011 04:33 GMT)
John Duerden previews a J-League season in which Dragan Stojkovic hopes to further enhance his reputation.
Can Seoul provide more glory? (Mar 5, 2011 04:33 GMT)
John Duerden previews a K-League season in which FC Seoul are defending champions.
Early bath for Sao Paulo, Blues' lucky pants (Mar 4, 2011 09:01 GMT)
This week in Off The Ball, Sao Paulo fans swim in a flooded stadium and Birmingham thank their lucky pants.
Copa Libertadores: Universidad win thriller (Mar 4, 2011 08:00 GMT)
Universidad de Chile clinched a last-gasp 4-3 win over 10-man Velez Sarsfield in an enthralling Copa Libertadores Group Four clash in Buenos Aires.
Copa Libertadores: Juniors punish Nacional (Mar 3, 2011 08:00 GMT)
Argentinos Juniors claimed a key Copa Libertadores win as they downed Nacional 1-0 in Uruguay.
Further tests planned on goal-line technology (Mar 2, 2011 17:23 GMT)
Football's law-makers are expected to give the go-ahead this weekend for further goal-line technology experiments despite the failure of the 10 systems subjected to stringent tests in February.
ACL: Sydney battle to draw, Cerezo Osaka win (Mar 2, 2011 13:52 GMT)
Sydney FC marked their return to the Asian Champions League with a hard-fought goalless draw in their Group H opener against Suwon Samsung Bluewings.
Copa Libertadores: Olivera fires Penarol (Mar 2, 2011 08:00 GMT)
Uruguayan outfit Penarol saw off Godoy Cruz 3-1 to register their first victory in Copa Libertadores Group Eight.
Melbourne humbled by Gamba in ACL (Mar 1, 2011 23:07 GMT)
Gamba Osaka began their Group E campaign in emphatic fashion with a 5-1 demolition of Melbourne Victory at Expo '70 Stadium.
Luis Moreno facing sanctions for killing owl (Mar 1, 2011 17:25 GMT)
Panama defender Luis Moreno is set to be punished by the Colombian Football Association after he kicked an injured owl during a match between his Colombian club Deportivo Pereira and Atletico Junior.
Beware the Ides of March... (Mar 1, 2011 09:29 GMT)
The presence of Juan Roman Riquelme continues to cast a shadow on Boca, says Sam Kelly.
North Queensland Fury axed from A-League (Mar 1, 2011 08:35 GMT)
North Queensland Fury have been axed from the A-League after the club was unable to make assurances about its financial viability going forward.
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SFA requests apology after Neymar racism row (Mar 31, 2011 15:28 GMT)
Scottish Football Association (SFA) chief executive Stewart Regan has written to the Brazilian football federation (CBF) in order to request an apology after Neymar accused Scotland fans of racism on Sunday.
Agudelo: Messi is 'closest thing to an alien' (Mar 31, 2011 09:29 GMT)
American teenage sensation Juan Agudelo has described Argentina's Lionel Messi as an "alien" after playing against the World Player of the Year for the first time.
First XI: Goal-scoring goalkeepers (Mar 31, 2011 08:51 GMT)
After Rogerio Ceni claimed his 100th goal, we put together our First XI goal-scoring 'keepers.
Copa Libertadores: Estudiantes progress (Mar 31, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Argentinian champions Estudiantes secured their place in the last 16 of the Copa Libertadores with a 1-1 draw against Tolima in Colombia.
Aussies rule in Moenchengladbach (Mar 29, 2011 23:07 GMT)
Brett Taylor reviews a superb night for Australia as they beat Germany on their own turf.
Maher: Signs of progression for Ireland (Mar 29, 2011 22:10 GMT)
Gareth Maher was at the Aviva Stadium to see an experimental Ireland impress despite losing to Uruguay.
Friendlies: Australia gain revenge on Germany (Mar 29, 2011 19:18 GMT)
Russia were held to a shock 1-1 draw by Qatar in a friendly in Doha on Tuesday.
German tourist admits Emirates banana throw (Mar 29, 2011 15:38 GMT)
A teenage German tourist has admitted to throwing a banana onto the pitch at the Emirates during Scotland friendly with Brazil, Arsenal have confirmed.
Swarm of bees halts Brazilian junior match (Mar 29, 2011 09:19 GMT)
A swarm of bees called a halt to a junior match after they found their way onto the pitch half an hour into a game in Brazil.
Rebuilding in Japan (Mar 29, 2011 08:24 GMT)
John Duerden assesses the effects of the Japan tragedy and how football is helping to give hope.
Levein's Scotland showing signs of progress (Mar 28, 2011 22:25 GMT)
They may have lost to Brazil but Scotland are progressing nicely under Craig Levein, says Andy Moir.
Nations Cup: Drogba double seals victory (Mar 28, 2011 21:31 GMT)
Didier Drogba scored twice as the Ivory Coast beat Benin 2-1 on Sunday night to maintain their 100% record in African Nations Cup qualifying.
United set for MLS All-Stars rematch (Mar 28, 2011 17:45 GMT)
Manchester United will return to the United States this summer to take on the Major League Soccer All-Stars side as part of their pre-season preparation.
Bin Hammam blames Blatter for FIFA image (Mar 28, 2011 14:29 GMT)
FIFA presidential challenger Mohamed Bin Hammam has launched a personal jibe at his rival Sepp Blatter, claiming the organisation is only unpopular because of him.
Captain calamity and no never Neymar (Mar 28, 2011 09:46 GMT)
The Fifth Official lambasts England's captaincy calamity and examines the Neymar storm.
Chat LIVE with Shaka Hislop - 1900 BST (Mar 28, 2011 07:31 GMT)
Join us at 1900 BST on March 28 for a LIVE chat with Shaka Hislop.
Schwarzer eyes German redemption (Mar 28, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Mark Schwarzer has called on the Socceroos to replicate their giant-killing deeds of the past to exact some revenge on heavyweights Germany in Tuesday's friendly.
Ghana's Gyan puts penalty demons behind him (Mar 28, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Asamoah Gyan is hoping he gets another chance of World Cup glory after finding himself at the centre of Ghana's heart-breaking exit last summer.
Argentina: Riquelme hits winner for Boca (Mar 28, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Boca Juniors talisman Juan Roman Riquelme helped his side to just their second win of the Clausura campaign with the winning goal against Colon Santa Fe.
Adams: Neymar makes a name for himself (Mar 27, 2011 21:53 GMT)
Tom Adams was at Emirates Stadium to witness a masterclass from Brazil's next great talent, Neymar.
Neymar racism row mars Brazil win (Mar 27, 2011 18:08 GMT)
Brazil star Neymar is at the centre of a racism row after a banana was thrown on to the field during his country's 2-0 victory over Scotland at the Emirates Stadium.
MLS: Real Salt Lake thrash Los Angeles Galaxy (Mar 27, 2011 11:21 GMT)
Real Salt Lake were dominant as they hammered the Los Angeles Galaxy 4-1.
Argentina: River Plate move up to fourth (Mar 27, 2011 10:57 GMT)
Fallen giants River Plate continued their solid start to the Clausura campaign with a 2-1 win over Newell's Old Boys.
Friendlies: USA hold Argentina, Mexico win (Mar 27, 2011 08:13 GMT)
Juan Agudelo's second-half strike helped USA clinch a 1-1 draw in their friendly against Argentina after a very disappointing first-half performance.
Botswana book African Nations Cup berth (Mar 27, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Minnows Botswana became the first country to qualify for next year's African Nations Cup today while former champions Egypt and Cameroon saw their chances suffer setbacks.
Argentina: Own goals help lift Estudiantes top (Mar 26, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Estudiantes went top of the early Clausura table with a 3-0 win over struggling All Boys on Friday night.
Friendlies: Estonia upset Uruguay, S.Korea win (Mar 25, 2011 14:59 GMT)
Estonia shocked World Cup semi-finalists Uruguay 2-0 with a great second half display at the A. Le Coq Arena.
Moses still awaiting international clearance (Mar 25, 2011 12:12 GMT)
Victor Moses is unable to play in Nigeria's African Nations Cup tie against Ethiopia on Sunday because Wigan forward is still awaiting official clearance from FIFA.
Levein relishing Brazil challenge (Mar 25, 2011 12:11 GMT)
Scotland coach Craig Levein says he cannot wait for his side to test themselves against the might of Brazil, having admired the five-time World Cup winners from afar for many years.
David Beckham to captain LA Galaxy again (Mar 25, 2011 10:23 GMT)
Former England captain David Beckham will skipper Los Angeles Galaxy this weekend when they visit Real Salt Lake.
Cat-fights and inflatable sheep (Mar 25, 2011 09:01 GMT)
This week in Off The Ball, Gerald Asamoah causes a three-woman catfight and thousands of inflatable sheep head to Wales.
Another death stains Argentine football (Mar 25, 2011 08:51 GMT)
Sam Kelly reports from Buenos Aires on the disturbing death of a fan at Velez Sarsfield.
Lucas happy to upset Dalglish (Mar 25, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Lucas Leiva believes this weekend's international friendly against Scotland is "very important'' to Brazil but admits that he may have to upset club manager Kenny Dalglish if he is to secure victory.
Copa Libertadores: Silva's like gold for Velez (Mar 25, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Argentinian side Velez Sarsfield claimed a key 2-1 victory at home to Chile's Union Espanola to keep alive their qualifying chances in the Copa Libertadores Group Four.
Ronaldo: Brazil trio are the future (Mar 24, 2011 08:11 GMT)
Brazilian football legend Ronaldo has put his faith for the future of the national team into three young players: Neymar, Ganso and Lucas.
Rewind: Brilliant Brazil's brush with greatness (Mar 24, 2011 07:01 GMT)
Tom Adams rewinds to 1982, when Brazil flirted with greatness at the World Cup.
Copa Libertadores: Deco wins epic for Flu (Mar 24, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Brazilian champions Fluminense came from behind twice to claim their first Copa Libertadores victory with a 3-2 triumph against Mexico's Club America.
Palermo: Boca Juniors have hit 'rock bottom' (Mar 23, 2011 14:09 GMT)
Boca Juniors striker Martin Palermo claims that the club have hit ''rock bottom'' as they struggle in the Argentine Clausura league this season.
Copa Libertadores: Catolica usurp Caracas (Mar 23, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Chilean giants Universidad Catolica claimed a 2-0 away win over Caracas in Venezuela to go top of Group Four in the Copa Libertadores.
Platini to consult UEFA members before decision (Mar 22, 2011 16:30 GMT)
Michel Platini will speak to senior UEFA figures before declaring support for either Sepp Blatter or Mohamed Bin Hammam in the FIFA presidential election contest.
Japanese League to resume action on April 23 (Mar 22, 2011 16:15 GMT)
The J. League will resume on April 23 chairman Kazumi Ohigashi confirmed after the competition was suspended following the devastating earthquake and tsunami that hit north-eastern Japan on March 11.
Sepp Blatter "to stand down in 2015" (Mar 22, 2011 09:44 GMT)
Sepp Blatter will make way for a successor as FIFA president in four years' time if he is re-elected in June, he announced on Tuesday.
Argentina: Gimnasia turn it around at home (Mar 22, 2011 08:21 GMT)
Gimnasia La Plata came back from a goal down at the Juan Carlos Zerillo stadium to beat 10-man Tigre 2-1 in Argentina's Tourneo Clausura.
Messi and Mourinho top football's rich list (Mar 21, 2011 21:28 GMT)
Lionel Messi and Jose Mourinho are the richest men in football according to France Football magazine survey.
Bin Hammam: Time for Blatter to leave FIFA (Mar 21, 2011 19:56 GMT)
Mohamed Bin Hammam has claimed that is it time for FIFA president Sepp Blatter to step down, after 13 years in charge, as he campaigns to take charge of world football's governing body.
Rangers forward Naismith misses Brazil tie (Mar 21, 2011 14:05 GMT)
Rangers midfielder Steven Naismith has withdrawn from the Scotland squad for Sunday's friendly with Brazil with hamstring and groin injuries, assistant manager Peter Houston has confirmed.
Argentina: Olimpo beat Boca Juniors to go top (Mar 21, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Olimpo moved a point clear at the top of the Argentinian Clausura on Sunday with a 2-0 win at Boca Juniors.
K-League: Suwon lose to Pohang Steelers (Mar 20, 2011 13:53 GMT)
Suwon Bluewings lost their hold on top spot in the K-League after losing 2-0 at Pohang Steelers.
Argentina: Godoy keep up pressure on Racing (Mar 20, 2011 09:46 GMT)
Godoy Cruz moved within two points of Argentinian Clausura leaders Racing Club on Saturday night thanks to a 2-0 win over Lanus.
Mexico: Monterrey move within point of Tigres (Mar 20, 2011 09:35 GMT)
Mexican Clausura champions Monterrey moved within a point of Group One leaders Tigres on Saturday night thanks to a 2-1 victory over 10-man Club America.
Platini primed to take over from Sepp Blatter (Mar 19, 2011 16:23 GMT)
Michel Platini is being groomed to succeed Sepp Blatter as FIFA President in four years' time, according to ESPNsoccernet sources within football's corridors of power.
Beckenbauer fears for FIFA unity (Mar 18, 2011 17:28 GMT)
Franz Beckenbauer has warned that the FIFA presidential election battle could split the world governing body apart.
Bin Hammam campaigning for change (Mar 18, 2011 11:57 GMT)
John Duerden on the FIFA Presidency fight that sees Mohamed Bin Hammam challenge Sepp Blatter.
From Bradford to Bangkok (Mar 18, 2011 09:16 GMT)
John Duerden speaks to former Fulham defender Zesh Rehman about his new career in Thailand.
Gattuso dances with ref, Spurs go space-age (Mar 18, 2011 08:33 GMT)
This week in Off The Ball, Gennaro Gattuso swaps fighting for dancing and Argentinian model Milena Hot strips for All Boys.
Bin Hammam confirms Blatter challenge (Mar 18, 2011 08:05 GMT)
Asian football supremo Mohamed bin Hammam has officially declared that he will run against Sepp Blatter at the FIFA presidential election in June, claiming "the time is right" to fight the incumbent.
Libertadores: Junior move into round of 16 (Mar 18, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Colombian side Junior secured their place in the Copa Libertadores round of 16 by beating Bolivian outfit Oriente Petrolero 2-1 on Thursday night.
Bin Hammam to announce Blatter challenge (Mar 17, 2011 17:18 GMT)
Asian football chief Mohamed Bin Hammam will announce on Friday he is to challenge Sepp Blatter for the FIFA presidency.
Copa Libertadores: Big wins for Brazilian giants (Mar 17, 2011 07:27 GMT)
Brazilian giants Cruzeiro moved a step closer to qualification for the Copa Libertadores round of 16 by hammering Colombian side Tolima 6-1 in Sete Lagoas on Wednesday night.
ACL: Shandong Luneng ease to first victory (Mar 16, 2011 15:52 GMT)
Shandong Luneng claimed their first win in this season's Asian Champions League after easing past Cerezo Osaka 2-0 at Shandong Sports Centre.
Copa Libertadores: Libertad race into last 16 (Mar 16, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Paraguayan side Libertad became the first team to qualify for the Copa Libertadores round of 16 with a 1-0 Group One victory over Universidad San Martin 1-0 in Peru on Tuesday night.
MLS: Galaxy silence Sounders in opener (Mar 16, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Juninho's second-half strike ensured the Los Angeles Galaxy opened the 2011 Major League Soccer season in style with a 1-0 win over the Seattle Sounders on Tuesday night.
Mokoena axed by South Africa for ANC game (Mar 15, 2011 14:54 GMT)
South Africa captain Aaron Mokoena has been dropped from the squad to face Egypt in a crucial African Nations Cup qualifier.
Japan's Kashima Antlers suspend all activity (Mar 15, 2011 12:37 GMT)
Kashima Antlers have suspended all activity and told foreign players and staff they could leave Japan as fears escalated over a stricken nuclear plant.
Argentina: Independiente off the mark in style (Mar 15, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Independiente picked up their first victory of the Argentinian Clausura season on Monday night with an emphatic 4-0 home triumph over Newell's Old Boys.
Dortmund's Langerak gets Socceroos chance (Mar 15, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Mitch Langerak, back-up goalkeeper at Bundesliga leaders Borussia Dortmund, has been named in Australia's squad for the friendly against Germany on March 29.
Chat LIVE with Dan Thomas - 1830 GMT (Mar 14, 2011 20:30 GMT)
Join us at 1830 GMT on March 14 for a LIVE chat with Dan Thomas.
Wilshere Olympic inclusion down to Arsenal (Mar 14, 2011 16:47 GMT)
Arsenal starlet Jack Wilshere could only be chosen to play at both the London 2012 Olympics and Euro 2012 finals with Arsenal's permission, according to FA general secretary Alex Horne.
Gyan hopes Welbeck will opt for Ghana (Mar 14, 2011 10:36 GMT)
Sunderland striker Asamoah Gyan is hopeful Danny Welbeck will represent Ghana at international level.
J.League games postponed till April after quake (Mar 14, 2011 09:24 GMT)
This month's remaining J.League games have been postponed in the wake of Friday's massive earthquake that hit the north east of Japan.
Argentina: La Academia take over at top (Mar 14, 2011 08:06 GMT)
Racing Club moved to the top of Argentina's Clausura with a win at Colon Santa Fe, as Estudiantes slipped to a surprise defeat against Godoy Cruz.
Argentina: Racing Club surge into early lead (Mar 14, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Racing Club moved to the top of Argentina's Clausura with a win at Colon Santa Fe, as Estudiantes slipped to a surprise defeat against Godoy Cruz.
Beckham hints at Premier League return (Mar 13, 2011 10:19 GMT)
David Beckham has hinted he is considering a return to the Premier League when his contract with Los Angeles Galaxy expires at the end of the MLS season.
Argentina: San Lorenzo go top with Boca win (Mar 13, 2011 08:00 GMT)
San Lorenzo moved to the top of Argentina's Clausura with a single goal victory over struggling Boca Juniors.
Sevilla striker Luis Fabiano returns to Brazil (Mar 12, 2011 13:13 GMT)
Brazil striker Luis Fabiano has rejoined former club Sao Paulo from Sevilla.
Carlos Tevez left out of Argentina squad (Mar 12, 2011 08:00 GMT)
Carlos Tevez has again been omitted from the Argentina squad, ahead of forthcoming friendly matches against the United States and Costa Rica.
Argentina Clausura: Olimpo, Banfield move top (Mar 12, 2011 08:00 GMT)
Olimpo and Banfield both scored narrow successes to take over at the top of Argentina's Clausura.
Japan earthquake halts J-League schedule (Mar 11, 2011 14:55 GMT)
This weekend's J-League programme has been postponed after a massive earthquake and subsequent tsunami devastated large parts of Japan on Friday.
Forlan out in cold, Messi bid gets messy (Mar 11, 2011 08:51 GMT)
This week in Off The Ball, Atletico deny campaign to alienate Diego Forlan and a Messi bid gets messy.
Copa Libertadores: Godoy beat Independiente (Mar 11, 2011 08:00 GMT)
Godoy Cruz came from behind to inflict a 3-1 defeat on Argentinian rivals Independiente in the Copa Libertadores, while Union Espanola beat Velez Sarsfield 2-1.
Brazil: Sao Paulo keep pace with Ituano win (Mar 11, 2011 08:00 GMT)
Sao Paulo joined the pacesetters in Brazil's Campeonato Paulista with a 2-0 defeat of Ituano.
Bin Hammam hints at FIFA president candidacy (Mar 10, 2011 11:47 GMT)
Mohamed bin Hammam has dropped the strongest hint yet that he intends to oppose Sepp Blatter's bid for re-election as FIFA president.
Foreign legion show China the way (Mar 10, 2011 10:25 GMT)
John Duerden examines how an influx of foreign coaches is benefitting the Chinese league.
Brazil: Ponte Preta prove a point with win (Mar 10, 2011 09:45 GMT)
Ponte Preta stunned Brazil's Campeonato Paulista leaders Corinthians with a 1-0 win. Everton Santos got the only goal 12 minutes in as the visitors climbed up to fourth in the table.
FIFA takes action following match-fixing probe (Mar 10, 2011 09:12 GMT)
FIFA has opened disciplinary proceedings against six match officials in relation to a possible match-fixing charge relating to two friendly internationals in February.
First XI: Insult to injury (Mar 10, 2011 08:37 GMT)
From elks to frying pans, this week's First XI looks at some of the most unlikely injuries.
Home-based Argentina for Venezuela (Mar 10, 2011 08:00 GMT)
Argentina national team coach Sergi Batista has named a 22-man squad of home-based men to play Venezuela in a friendly match next Wednesday.
Copa Libertadores: Estudiantes edge Guarani (Mar 10, 2011 08:00 GMT)
Reigning Argentinian champions Estudiantes came back from a goal down to beat Guarani 2-1 in Paraguay in the Copa Libertadores on Wednesday.
Argentina leapfrog Brazil in FIFA rankings (Mar 9, 2011 15:44 GMT)
Argentina have risen to fourth in the FIFA world ranking, leapfrogging Brazil to become South America's top side.
Libya ANC match moved due to unrest (Mar 9, 2011 10:44 GMT)
Libya have been forced to move their 2012 African Cup of Nations qualifier against Comoros from Tripoli because of the country's political turmoil.
Copa Libertadores: Libertad take top spot (Mar 9, 2011 08:13 GMT)
Libertad crushed Peruvian champions Universidad San Martin 5-1 in Paraguay to take over at the top of Copa Libertadores Group One.
Argentina: Arsenal crush Independiente (Mar 8, 2011 08:00 GMT)
Arsenal Sarandi moved up to fifth in the Argentinian Clausura with a comfortable 3-0 defeat of struggling Independiente.
Pele warns that money could destroy football (Mar 7, 2011 12:03 GMT)
Brazil legend Pele has warned that soaring players' salaries and powerful agents who squeeze clubs for higher fees represent a "danger for the future" of the game.
Argentina: River Plate held, 10-man Tigres win (Mar 7, 2011 08:00 GMT)
River Plate missed the chance to move to the summit of the Argentinian Clausura after being held to a goalless draw at home to Argentinos Juniors.
Argentina: Estudiantes go top, Racing second (Mar 6, 2011 13:47 GMT)
Estudiantes moved to the top of the Argentinian Clausura with a 2-0 win over Gimnasia La Plata.
Horne hopeful as goal-line experiments go on (Mar 6, 2011 13:40 GMT)
Football Association general secretary Alex Horne says goal-line technology could be approved in 2012 if it can be shown to work.
IFAB continues tech experiments, bans snoods (Mar 5, 2011 12:47 GMT)
The International FA Board has decided to continue experiments on goal-line technology - and has issued a ban on players wearing snoods.
Bin Hammam drops hint over Blatter challenge (Mar 5, 2011 12:26 GMT)
Asian football supremo Mohamed Bin Hammam has dropped a new hint that he may challenge Sepp Blatter for the FIFA presidency.
Argentina: San Lorenzo beat All Boys, go top (Mar 5, 2011 08:00 GMT)
San Lorenzo climbed to the summit of the Argentinian Clausura with a 3-0 win at 10-man All Boys on Friday.
Can Stojkovic and Grampus do it better? (Mar 5, 2011 04:33 GMT)
John Duerden previews a J-League season in which Dragan Stojkovic hopes to further enhance his reputation.
Can Seoul provide more glory? (Mar 5, 2011 04:33 GMT)
John Duerden previews a K-League season in which FC Seoul are defending champions.
Early bath for Sao Paulo, Blues' lucky pants (Mar 4, 2011 09:01 GMT)
This week in Off The Ball, Sao Paulo fans swim in a flooded stadium and Birmingham thank their lucky pants.
Copa Libertadores: Universidad win thriller (Mar 4, 2011 08:00 GMT)
Universidad de Chile clinched a last-gasp 4-3 win over 10-man Velez Sarsfield in an enthralling Copa Libertadores Group Four clash in Buenos Aires.
Copa Libertadores: Juniors punish Nacional (Mar 3, 2011 08:00 GMT)
Argentinos Juniors claimed a key Copa Libertadores win as they downed Nacional 1-0 in Uruguay.
Further tests planned on goal-line technology (Mar 2, 2011 17:23 GMT)
Football's law-makers are expected to give the go-ahead this weekend for further goal-line technology experiments despite the failure of the 10 systems subjected to stringent tests in February.
ACL: Sydney battle to draw, Cerezo Osaka win (Mar 2, 2011 13:52 GMT)
Sydney FC marked their return to the Asian Champions League with a hard-fought goalless draw in their Group H opener against Suwon Samsung Bluewings.
Copa Libertadores: Olivera fires Penarol (Mar 2, 2011 08:00 GMT)
Uruguayan outfit Penarol saw off Godoy Cruz 3-1 to register their first victory in Copa Libertadores Group Eight.
Melbourne humbled by Gamba in ACL (Mar 1, 2011 23:07 GMT)
Gamba Osaka began their Group E campaign in emphatic fashion with a 5-1 demolition of Melbourne Victory at Expo '70 Stadium.
Luis Moreno facing sanctions for killing owl (Mar 1, 2011 17:25 GMT)
Panama defender Luis Moreno is set to be punished by the Colombian Football Association after he kicked an injured owl during a match between his Colombian club Deportivo Pereira and Atletico Junior.
Beware the Ides of March... (Mar 1, 2011 09:29 GMT)
The presence of Juan Roman Riquelme continues to cast a shadow on Boca, says Sam Kelly.
North Queensland Fury axed from A-League (Mar 1, 2011 08:35 GMT)
North Queensland Fury have been axed from the A-League after the club was unable to make assurances about its financial viability going forward.
