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Wayne Bridge will get England call-up if fit (Jan 31, 2010 13:52 GMT)
Soccernet understands Wayne Bridge will be selected by Fabio Capello for the England squad for the friendly with Egypt on March 3 if he is fit.
Capello turns to Baldini to solve Terry problem (Jan 31, 2010 11:17 GMT)
ESPNsoccernet understands that Fabio Capello has left it to England general manager Franco Baldini to talk to John Terry about his role as Three Lions captain. Baldini, one of Capello's most trusted aides, will conduct a 'fact-finding' mission
Capello vows to stay on with England until 2012 (Jan 30, 2010 21:49 GMT)
Fabio Capello has vowed to remain as England boss until 2012, even though the Italian's £6million-a-year contract with the FA has an escape clause that would allow either party to call time on the agreement after this summer's World Cup in South Afri
Halilhodzic eyes Tanzania job after finals (Jan 30, 2010 18:03 GMT)
Ivory Coast coach Vahid Halilhodzic has revealed that he is interested in taking charge of the Tanzania national team after leading Ivory Coast through their World Cup campaign this summer.
Rasmussen in contention for Danish squad place (Jan 30, 2010 16:11 GMT)
Celtic striker Morten "Duncan" Rasmussen has put himself into contention for a place in the Denmark squad with a move to Parkhead on loan.
Terry will keep England captaincy (Jan 30, 2010 15:02 GMT)
A highly influential Football Association insider has informed ESPNsoccernet that John Terry will not be persecuted within the England camp after the torrid revelations regarding his private life.
Milutinovic hails ''positive attitude'' of Ghana (Jan 30, 2010 13:54 GMT)
World Cup maestro Bora Milutinovic has hailed Ghana's ''positive attitude'' ahead of their appearance at the showpiece event in South Africa this summer.
Chile assistant Berizzo banned for four matches (Jan 30, 2010 13:34 GMT)
Chile assitant coach Eduardo Berizzo has been given a FIFA ban for four matches over "unsporting behaviour" in their final World Cup qualifying fixture.
Eto'o avoids comparisons with Drogba (Jan 30, 2010 12:59 GMT)
Cameroon forward Samuel Eto'o is keen to avoid comparisons with Chelsea's Didier Drogba as the two African strikers will be in the spotlight during this summer's World Cup.
Algeria coach Saadane: I have nothing to prove (Jan 30, 2010 12:49 GMT)
Algeria will play at their first World Cup finals in 24 years - yet the architect behind those twin achievements feels undervalued, unappreciated and underfire.
Krug: South Korea boss Huh eyes Maradona revenge (Jan 29, 2010 10:11 GMT)
Matthias Krug wonders whether South Korea can repeat their 2002 magic at this summer's World Cup.
Goalkeeper Chalkias sets Greek hopes low (Jan 28, 2010 19:40 GMT)
Greece goalkeeper Kostas Chalkias is taking a downbeat view over his side's chances of posing a serious threat at the World Cup, claiming that their participation is success enough.
Uruguay FA chief: We must start thinking now (Jan 28, 2010 19:02 GMT)
The president of the Uruguayan Football Association, Sebastian Bauza, maintains that the national side must start thinking about this summer's World Cup campaign now.
Sanchez targets return to Mexican team (Jan 28, 2010 17:41 GMT)
Santos Laguna goalkeeper Oswaldo Sanchez starred in the 2006 World Cup for Mexico, but the veteran has fallen down the pecking order since and knows he faces a tough task to claim his place back.
Senderos targets games for World Cup spot (Jan 28, 2010 17:25 GMT)
Switzerland defender Philippe Senderos claims he is under no illusions that he will have to fight for a first-team place at new club Everton as he targets a place in the national squad ahead of the 2010 World Cup.
Manuel Fernandes aiming to catch Queiroz's eye (Jan 28, 2010 17:18 GMT)
Valencia midfielder Manuel Fernandes has confirmed his intention to leave the club in the hope of making the Portugal squad for the 2010 World Cup.
Valdes targets World Cup after Del Bosque hint (Jan 28, 2010 15:50 GMT)
Barcelona goalkeeper Victor Valdes says he would love to be included in the Spain squad for the World Cup but admits he faces strong competition.
World Cup ticket sales figures please officials (Jan 28, 2010 09:35 GMT)
FIFA general secretary Jerome Valcke and Organising Committee (OC) CEO Danny Jordaan have expressed their pleasure at increased demand for World Cup tickets amongst South Africans.
FIFA slam negative South Africa stories (Jan 27, 2010 16:31 GMT)
FIFA have named England and Germany as two of the many culprits that continue to portray South Africa in a negative light ahead of the World Cup.
England return 6,000 unsold World Cup tickets (Jan 27, 2010 11:48 GMT)
England fans have been told to get their hands on the 6,000 unsold tickets left over from their allocation for the World Cup finals this summer.
Adams: The South Africa Angle, January 27 (Jan 27, 2010 09:44 GMT)
The South Africa Angle questions whether Ivory Coast's golden generation will ever deliver a trophy.
Australia push 2018 bid, despite Blatter claim (Jan 27, 2010 08:35 GMT)
Australia will press ahead with their bid to host a World Cup despite FIFA president Sepp Blatter's comments indicating only European nations will be considered for 2018.
South Korea's Huh opens door to fringe players (Jan 27, 2010 08:29 GMT)
South Korea coach Huh Jung-moo has stressed the door is not closed for those players on the fringe of the national team for the World Cup this summer, despite naming a predominantly locally-based squad for the upcoming East Asian Championships.
Supporters gather for 'improving' Cabanas (Jan 27, 2010 08:00 GMT)
A crowd of some 10,000 people, many carrying flags and sporting the Paraguayan soccer team's red, white and blue colours, gathered at the Defensores del Chaco stadium on Tuesday to pray for Salvador Cabanas, the national team striker who was shot on
Maradona begins Argentina finals squad cull (Jan 26, 2010 12:51 GMT)
Argentina coach Diego Maradona began gearing up for the difficult task of trimming his vast player base by more than two thirds for this year's World Cup finals on Tuesday.
Paraguay's top player shot, in critical condition (Jan 25, 2010 16:34 GMT)
A star player for Paraguay's World Cup team was shot in the head Monday in the bathroom of a Mexico City bar.
Paraguay striker Cabanas shot in bar attack (Jan 25, 2010 15:18 GMT)
Paraguay striker Salvador Cabanas is in serious condition after being shot in the head during an attack in a bar, Mexico City's attorney general has confirmed.
Two World Cup venues pass first real test (Jan 24, 2010 15:05 GMT)
Two of South Africa's World Cup venues witnessed their first football matches on Saturday in preparation for the tournament.
Blatter opens the door on use of video replays (Jan 24, 2010 15:00 GMT)
FIFA president Sepp Blatter has hinted football's governing body could sanction the use of video technology in the near future.
Filipe's World Cup over after broken ankle? (Jan 24, 2010 13:43 GMT)
Filipe's World Cup hopes look to be over after the Deportivo La Coruna player suffered a serious injury during Saturday's Primera Division encounter with Athletic Bilbao.
Owen asks Rooney how to win Capello's favour (Jan 23, 2010 10:29 GMT)
Michael Owen has sought the advice of Manchester United team-mate Wayne Rooney as he seeks to break into Fabio Capello's England squad for this summer's World Cup finals.
Del Bosque gives Canales hope for World Cup (Jan 22, 2010 17:05 GMT)
European champions Spain have two or three places up for grabs in their World Cup squad, coach Vicente del Bosque said on Friday.
ESPN's Ray Stubbs talks to David Beckham (Jan 22, 2010 15:48 GMT)
ESPN's Ray Stubbs talks to David Beckham about Milan, Manchester United and the World Cup.
David Beckham not concerned by cap record (Jan 22, 2010 09:12 GMT)
David Beckham says he is not worried about the prospect of breaking Peter Shilton's international record of 125 caps and wants to focus on his role in helping the development of the England side in whatever ways he can.
Diego Maradona impressed by World Cup safety (Jan 21, 2010 18:12 GMT)
Argentina coach Diego Maradona is confident the World Cup in South Africa will be safe and secure.
Cops arrest man over World Cup death threat (Jan 21, 2010 17:15 GMT)
Police on Thursday arrested one of two men who threatened in a television interview to kill fans at June's World Cup, causing uproar among officials fearful that South Africa's high crime rate will deter foreign visitors.
Robert Huth named in 30-man Germany squad (Jan 21, 2010 13:32 GMT)
Stoke defender Robert Huth has been named in a 30-man Germany squad for a training get-together in the first half of next week.
Frings not part of World Cup squad, says Löw (Jan 20, 2010 16:49 GMT)
Experienced defensive midfielder Torsten Frings will not be part of Germany's World Cup squad, national team coach Joachim Loew said on Wednesday.
Frank Arok warns Socceroos of Serbia threat (Jan 20, 2010 13:29 GMT)
Former Australia boss Frank Arok believes his home country, Serbia, could cause the Socceroos real problems from set-pieces at the World Cup.
Injured Clint Dempsey given World Cup boost (Jan 20, 2010 10:01 GMT)
USA midfielder Clint Dempsey's knee injury is not as bad as first thought and his club, Fulham, are optimistic he will return before the end of the season.
Adams: The South Africa Angle, January 20 (Jan 20, 2010 09:21 GMT)
The South Africa Angle welcomes the return of Pele's famous World Cup predictions.
Maradona's call-ups pass 90 for Costa Rica (Jan 20, 2010 07:59 GMT)
Diego Maradona took his tally of call-ups in his 14 months as Argentina coach past 90 when he named a squad of 18 for next week's friendly against Costa Rica.
Huntelaar looking to boost Dutch hopes (Jan 19, 2010 17:19 GMT)
Netherlands striker Klaas-Jan Huntelaar is hopeful of being allowed to leave AC Milan in January to try and secure regular first-team football ahead of the World Cup finals.
SAFA hit back over Pele's security concerns (Jan 19, 2010 11:08 GMT)
The South African Football Association (SAFA) have hit back at concerns from Brazilian World Cup legend Pele over security at this year's event.
FIFA not taking any action over Henry handball (Jan 18, 2010 16:14 GMT)
FIFA has announced that no action will be taken against Thierry Henry over the handball that helped secure victory for France in the World Cup qualification play-off against Republic of Ireland.
Herbert confident team will be fit for World Cup (Jan 18, 2010 15:17 GMT)
New Zealand and Wellington Phoenix boss Ricki Herbert says he has no plans to send his club players out on loan ahead of the World Cup.
Huh happy as Seol and Cho head to K-League (Jan 18, 2010 15:17 GMT)
South Korea boss Huh Jung-Moo says Seol Ki-Hyeon and Cho Won-Hee are both firmly in his thoughts for South Africa after they left the Premier League for the K-League.
Vidic believes Ghana scalp is vital to hopes (Jan 18, 2010 15:17 GMT)
Nemanja Vidic believes victory over Ghana in Serbia's opening match will be vital to any hopes of progressing to the knockout stages at this summer's World Cup.
Krug: North Korea aiming to invoke spirit of '66 (Jan 18, 2010 10:03 GMT)
Mattias Krug speaks to Kim Jong-Hun about his North Korea side's surprise World Cup qualification.
Henry set for FIFA hearing over handball (Jan 18, 2010 08:00 GMT)
Thierry Henry will face FIFA's disciplinary committee on Monday over his infamous handball against the Republic of Ireland.
Scan to determine Dempsey's World Cup fate (Jan 17, 2010 22:01 GMT)
Clint Dempsey's World Cup hopes could depend on the results of a Monday scan after the United States forward limped off in the second half of Fulham's 2-0 Premier League defeat at Blackburn.
Germany announce finals warm-up plans (Jan 15, 2010 17:44 GMT)
Germany have unveiled their plan for the build-up to the 2010 World Cup by announcing the staging of two training camps in Italy and three warm-up matches.
England fans guaranteed World Cup tickets (Jan 15, 2010 17:31 GMT)
Every fan who has applied through the Football Association for tickets for England's games at this summer's World Cup in South Africa should be successful for all group games, FIFA announced today.
Maradona to visit World Cup base in Pretoria (Jan 15, 2010 16:16 GMT)
Diego Maradona will resume his Argentina coaching duties after a two-month FIFA ban for insulting reporters by visiting his team's World Cup base in Pretoria.
Scotland want return of England international (Jan 14, 2010 19:06 GMT)
Gordon Smith has insisted the Scottish Football Association remain fully committed to the first Scotland v England international for more than a decade.
Outrage over stab vest sales for World Cup fans (Jan 14, 2010 12:09 GMT)
Stab vests in England colours are being sold to 2010 football World Cup-bound fans, provoking outrage among supporter groups.
Adams: The South Africa Angle, January 13 (Jan 13, 2010 18:33 GMT)
The South Africa Angle praises Danny Jordaan's attempts to battle misconceptions about the continent of Africa.
Japan's Okada targets World Cup semi-finals (Jan 13, 2010 08:47 GMT)
Japan coach Takeshi Okada has insisted his bold target of making the semi-finals in next year's World Cup remains intact, but that it has been placed on hold in a bid to win a first East Asian title.
World Cup chief Jordaan criticises Phil Brown (Jan 12, 2010 15:30 GMT)
Danny Jordaan, the chief executive of South Africa's World Cup organising committee, has criticised Hull manager Phil Brown for claiming that the recent terrorist attack on the Togo team has called into question the viability of the World Cup.
South Africa dismayed at security concerns (Jan 12, 2010 14:42 GMT)
South African police insist it is "very unfair'' to question their security plan for the World Cup just because of the machine-gun attack on the Togo team which took place in nearby Angola on Friday.
Lippi offers Toni lifeline for World Cup finals (Jan 12, 2010 13:06 GMT)
Italy coach Marcello Lippi has left the door open for Luca Toni to return to the national team.
Torres: Spain won't waste ''big chance'' in 2010 (Jan 12, 2010 12:56 GMT)
Spanish striker Fernando Torres has maintained that his side will not waste their "big chance" in South Africa this summer.
A story from behind the camera (Jan 12, 2010 11:21 GMT)
Uli Hesse tells a story of inherited wealth, teenage love, suicide, lying cameras and brass bands.
Carter: Maradona's attacking multitudes (Jan 12, 2010 09:51 GMT)
Jon Carter on the tough choices awaiting Diego Maradona as he selects his striking lineup.
Pienaar plays down World Cup safety fears (Jan 10, 2010 22:38 GMT)
South Africa midfielder Steven Pienaar insists the terrorist attack on the Togo squad at the African Nations Cup should not lead to fears over the World Cup later this year.
Jordaan: Angola events will not impact finals (Jan 9, 2010 20:13 GMT)
World Cup 2010 chief executive Danny Jordaan has insisted that this summer's finals in South Africa will not be negatively impacted by the tragic events in Angola.
Domenech backs Vieira's Manchester City move (Jan 8, 2010 11:11 GMT)
France coach Raymond Domenech has welcomed Patrick Vieira's move to Manchester City and confirmed that a return to the Premier League could help secure the midfielder's place at the World Cup finals.
Wigan boss Martinez rules out Figeroa move (Jan 8, 2010 09:23 GMT)
Wigan Atletic manager Roberto Martinez has ruled out a transfer for Honduras left-back Maynor Figueroa ahead of the World Cup this summer.
North Korea target Portugal scalp at World Cup (Jan 7, 2010 14:45 GMT)
North Korea assistant manager Jo Tong-Sop believes the country can cause an upset by making it to the second round of the World Cup despite being drawn in a group with Brazil, Portugal and Ivory Coast.
Top South African FA official Hack resigns (Jan 6, 2010 14:28 GMT)
A leading South African Football Association (SAFA) official has quit his job less than six months before the World Cup in the continuing fall-out from the battle for power in the domestic game.
Podolski will go to the World Cup, says Löw (Jan 6, 2010 08:32 GMT)
Germany coach Joachim Löw is set to make an exception to his policy of only choosing players who are in form and playing regularly for their club by naming Lukas Podolski in his World Cup squad.
Laurent Blanc a "good candidate" for France job (Jan 5, 2010 19:25 GMT)
French Football Federation (FFF) president Jean-Pierre Escalettes says Laurent Blanc is a strong candidate to replace Raymond Domenech as France coach after the World Cup.
Adams: The South Africa Angle, January 6 (Jan 5, 2010 17:42 GMT)
The South Africa Angle casts a critical eye over Sam Allardyce's warning for England.
Nelspruit pitch relaid due to poor drainage (Jan 5, 2010 15:41 GMT)
The pitch at Nelspruit's new World Cup stadium has been relaid for 5 million rand ($688,000) due to insufficient drainage, officials said on Tuesday.
Bartlett leading South African search for talent (Jan 5, 2010 14:09 GMT)
Former South African striker Shaun Bartlett is leading the development of the next generation of Bafana Bafana stars and will launch three training camps in Gauteng over the next six months aimed at bringing the best talent to light.
England coach Capello to have knee surgery? (Jan 5, 2010 08:00 GMT)
England manager Fabio Capello is due to undergo knee surgery this week which is likely to result in the Italian needing crutches for the next six weeks, two British newspapers reported on Tuesday.
Löw rules out international return for Kuranyi (Jan 4, 2010 18:06 GMT)
Germany manager Joachim Löw has ruled out a possible international return for Kevin Kuranyi.
Beckham wary of Messi threat at World Cup (Jan 4, 2010 13:34 GMT)
David Beckham has warned that Argentina's Lionel Messi could take the World Cup by storm this summer but insists England are "lucky" to have an exceptional group of players themselves.
Dunn believes Robbo deserves England chance (Jan 4, 2010 13:13 GMT)
David Dunn believes his Blackburn team-mate Paul Robinson deserves an England recall and will be "in with a real shout" of a World Cup spot if he maintains his current form.
FA denies reports linking Hodgson with England (Jan 3, 2010 10:55 GMT)
The Football Association has swiftly denied reports that Fulham manager Roy Hodgson is being considered as a potential replacement for Fabio Capello should the Italian quit the England job following the World Cup finals.
Bierhoff says Germany can win the World Cup (Jan 2, 2010 15:12 GMT)
Germany general manager Oliver Bierhoff has warned rivals his team will be aiming to lift the World Cup next summer.
Totti prepared to make Italy World Cup return (Jan 2, 2010 13:13 GMT)
AS Roma striker Francesco Totti has said he will come out of international retirement and play for Italy at the World Cup if he is fit and called up.
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Wayne Bridge will get England call-up if fit (Jan 31, 2010 13:52 GMT)
Soccernet understands Wayne Bridge will be selected by Fabio Capello for the England squad for the friendly with Egypt on March 3 if he is fit.
Capello turns to Baldini to solve Terry problem (Jan 31, 2010 11:17 GMT)
ESPNsoccernet understands that Fabio Capello has left it to England general manager Franco Baldini to talk to John Terry about his role as Three Lions captain. Baldini, one of Capello's most trusted aides, will conduct a 'fact-finding' mission
Capello vows to stay on with England until 2012 (Jan 30, 2010 21:49 GMT)
Fabio Capello has vowed to remain as England boss until 2012, even though the Italian's £6million-a-year contract with the FA has an escape clause that would allow either party to call time on the agreement after this summer's World Cup in South Afri
Halilhodzic eyes Tanzania job after finals (Jan 30, 2010 18:03 GMT)
Ivory Coast coach Vahid Halilhodzic has revealed that he is interested in taking charge of the Tanzania national team after leading Ivory Coast through their World Cup campaign this summer.
Rasmussen in contention for Danish squad place (Jan 30, 2010 16:11 GMT)
Celtic striker Morten "Duncan" Rasmussen has put himself into contention for a place in the Denmark squad with a move to Parkhead on loan.
Terry will keep England captaincy (Jan 30, 2010 15:02 GMT)
A highly influential Football Association insider has informed ESPNsoccernet that John Terry will not be persecuted within the England camp after the torrid revelations regarding his private life.
Milutinovic hails ''positive attitude'' of Ghana (Jan 30, 2010 13:54 GMT)
World Cup maestro Bora Milutinovic has hailed Ghana's ''positive attitude'' ahead of their appearance at the showpiece event in South Africa this summer.
Chile assistant Berizzo banned for four matches (Jan 30, 2010 13:34 GMT)
Chile assitant coach Eduardo Berizzo has been given a FIFA ban for four matches over "unsporting behaviour" in their final World Cup qualifying fixture.
Eto'o avoids comparisons with Drogba (Jan 30, 2010 12:59 GMT)
Cameroon forward Samuel Eto'o is keen to avoid comparisons with Chelsea's Didier Drogba as the two African strikers will be in the spotlight during this summer's World Cup.
Algeria coach Saadane: I have nothing to prove (Jan 30, 2010 12:49 GMT)
Algeria will play at their first World Cup finals in 24 years - yet the architect behind those twin achievements feels undervalued, unappreciated and underfire.
Krug: South Korea boss Huh eyes Maradona revenge (Jan 29, 2010 10:11 GMT)
Matthias Krug wonders whether South Korea can repeat their 2002 magic at this summer's World Cup.
Goalkeeper Chalkias sets Greek hopes low (Jan 28, 2010 19:40 GMT)
Greece goalkeeper Kostas Chalkias is taking a downbeat view over his side's chances of posing a serious threat at the World Cup, claiming that their participation is success enough.
Uruguay FA chief: We must start thinking now (Jan 28, 2010 19:02 GMT)
The president of the Uruguayan Football Association, Sebastian Bauza, maintains that the national side must start thinking about this summer's World Cup campaign now.
Sanchez targets return to Mexican team (Jan 28, 2010 17:41 GMT)
Santos Laguna goalkeeper Oswaldo Sanchez starred in the 2006 World Cup for Mexico, but the veteran has fallen down the pecking order since and knows he faces a tough task to claim his place back.
Senderos targets games for World Cup spot (Jan 28, 2010 17:25 GMT)
Switzerland defender Philippe Senderos claims he is under no illusions that he will have to fight for a first-team place at new club Everton as he targets a place in the national squad ahead of the 2010 World Cup.
Manuel Fernandes aiming to catch Queiroz's eye (Jan 28, 2010 17:18 GMT)
Valencia midfielder Manuel Fernandes has confirmed his intention to leave the club in the hope of making the Portugal squad for the 2010 World Cup.
Valdes targets World Cup after Del Bosque hint (Jan 28, 2010 15:50 GMT)
Barcelona goalkeeper Victor Valdes says he would love to be included in the Spain squad for the World Cup but admits he faces strong competition.
World Cup ticket sales figures please officials (Jan 28, 2010 09:35 GMT)
FIFA general secretary Jerome Valcke and Organising Committee (OC) CEO Danny Jordaan have expressed their pleasure at increased demand for World Cup tickets amongst South Africans.
FIFA slam negative South Africa stories (Jan 27, 2010 16:31 GMT)
FIFA have named England and Germany as two of the many culprits that continue to portray South Africa in a negative light ahead of the World Cup.
England return 6,000 unsold World Cup tickets (Jan 27, 2010 11:48 GMT)
England fans have been told to get their hands on the 6,000 unsold tickets left over from their allocation for the World Cup finals this summer.
Adams: The South Africa Angle, January 27 (Jan 27, 2010 09:44 GMT)
The South Africa Angle questions whether Ivory Coast's golden generation will ever deliver a trophy.
Australia push 2018 bid, despite Blatter claim (Jan 27, 2010 08:35 GMT)
Australia will press ahead with their bid to host a World Cup despite FIFA president Sepp Blatter's comments indicating only European nations will be considered for 2018.
South Korea's Huh opens door to fringe players (Jan 27, 2010 08:29 GMT)
South Korea coach Huh Jung-moo has stressed the door is not closed for those players on the fringe of the national team for the World Cup this summer, despite naming a predominantly locally-based squad for the upcoming East Asian Championships.
Supporters gather for 'improving' Cabanas (Jan 27, 2010 08:00 GMT)
A crowd of some 10,000 people, many carrying flags and sporting the Paraguayan soccer team's red, white and blue colours, gathered at the Defensores del Chaco stadium on Tuesday to pray for Salvador Cabanas, the national team striker who was shot on
Maradona begins Argentina finals squad cull (Jan 26, 2010 12:51 GMT)
Argentina coach Diego Maradona began gearing up for the difficult task of trimming his vast player base by more than two thirds for this year's World Cup finals on Tuesday.
Paraguay's top player shot, in critical condition (Jan 25, 2010 16:34 GMT)
A star player for Paraguay's World Cup team was shot in the head Monday in the bathroom of a Mexico City bar.
Paraguay striker Cabanas shot in bar attack (Jan 25, 2010 15:18 GMT)
Paraguay striker Salvador Cabanas is in serious condition after being shot in the head during an attack in a bar, Mexico City's attorney general has confirmed.
Two World Cup venues pass first real test (Jan 24, 2010 15:05 GMT)
Two of South Africa's World Cup venues witnessed their first football matches on Saturday in preparation for the tournament.
Blatter opens the door on use of video replays (Jan 24, 2010 15:00 GMT)
FIFA president Sepp Blatter has hinted football's governing body could sanction the use of video technology in the near future.
Filipe's World Cup over after broken ankle? (Jan 24, 2010 13:43 GMT)
Filipe's World Cup hopes look to be over after the Deportivo La Coruna player suffered a serious injury during Saturday's Primera Division encounter with Athletic Bilbao.
Owen asks Rooney how to win Capello's favour (Jan 23, 2010 10:29 GMT)
Michael Owen has sought the advice of Manchester United team-mate Wayne Rooney as he seeks to break into Fabio Capello's England squad for this summer's World Cup finals.
Del Bosque gives Canales hope for World Cup (Jan 22, 2010 17:05 GMT)
European champions Spain have two or three places up for grabs in their World Cup squad, coach Vicente del Bosque said on Friday.
ESPN's Ray Stubbs talks to David Beckham (Jan 22, 2010 15:48 GMT)
ESPN's Ray Stubbs talks to David Beckham about Milan, Manchester United and the World Cup.
David Beckham not concerned by cap record (Jan 22, 2010 09:12 GMT)
David Beckham says he is not worried about the prospect of breaking Peter Shilton's international record of 125 caps and wants to focus on his role in helping the development of the England side in whatever ways he can.
Diego Maradona impressed by World Cup safety (Jan 21, 2010 18:12 GMT)
Argentina coach Diego Maradona is confident the World Cup in South Africa will be safe and secure.
Cops arrest man over World Cup death threat (Jan 21, 2010 17:15 GMT)
Police on Thursday arrested one of two men who threatened in a television interview to kill fans at June's World Cup, causing uproar among officials fearful that South Africa's high crime rate will deter foreign visitors.
Robert Huth named in 30-man Germany squad (Jan 21, 2010 13:32 GMT)
Stoke defender Robert Huth has been named in a 30-man Germany squad for a training get-together in the first half of next week.
Frings not part of World Cup squad, says Löw (Jan 20, 2010 16:49 GMT)
Experienced defensive midfielder Torsten Frings will not be part of Germany's World Cup squad, national team coach Joachim Loew said on Wednesday.
Frank Arok warns Socceroos of Serbia threat (Jan 20, 2010 13:29 GMT)
Former Australia boss Frank Arok believes his home country, Serbia, could cause the Socceroos real problems from set-pieces at the World Cup.
Injured Clint Dempsey given World Cup boost (Jan 20, 2010 10:01 GMT)
USA midfielder Clint Dempsey's knee injury is not as bad as first thought and his club, Fulham, are optimistic he will return before the end of the season.
Adams: The South Africa Angle, January 20 (Jan 20, 2010 09:21 GMT)
The South Africa Angle welcomes the return of Pele's famous World Cup predictions.
Maradona's call-ups pass 90 for Costa Rica (Jan 20, 2010 07:59 GMT)
Diego Maradona took his tally of call-ups in his 14 months as Argentina coach past 90 when he named a squad of 18 for next week's friendly against Costa Rica.
Huntelaar looking to boost Dutch hopes (Jan 19, 2010 17:19 GMT)
Netherlands striker Klaas-Jan Huntelaar is hopeful of being allowed to leave AC Milan in January to try and secure regular first-team football ahead of the World Cup finals.
SAFA hit back over Pele's security concerns (Jan 19, 2010 11:08 GMT)
The South African Football Association (SAFA) have hit back at concerns from Brazilian World Cup legend Pele over security at this year's event.
FIFA not taking any action over Henry handball (Jan 18, 2010 16:14 GMT)
FIFA has announced that no action will be taken against Thierry Henry over the handball that helped secure victory for France in the World Cup qualification play-off against Republic of Ireland.
Herbert confident team will be fit for World Cup (Jan 18, 2010 15:17 GMT)
New Zealand and Wellington Phoenix boss Ricki Herbert says he has no plans to send his club players out on loan ahead of the World Cup.
Huh happy as Seol and Cho head to K-League (Jan 18, 2010 15:17 GMT)
South Korea boss Huh Jung-Moo says Seol Ki-Hyeon and Cho Won-Hee are both firmly in his thoughts for South Africa after they left the Premier League for the K-League.
Vidic believes Ghana scalp is vital to hopes (Jan 18, 2010 15:17 GMT)
Nemanja Vidic believes victory over Ghana in Serbia's opening match will be vital to any hopes of progressing to the knockout stages at this summer's World Cup.
Krug: North Korea aiming to invoke spirit of '66 (Jan 18, 2010 10:03 GMT)
Mattias Krug speaks to Kim Jong-Hun about his North Korea side's surprise World Cup qualification.
Henry set for FIFA hearing over handball (Jan 18, 2010 08:00 GMT)
Thierry Henry will face FIFA's disciplinary committee on Monday over his infamous handball against the Republic of Ireland.
Scan to determine Dempsey's World Cup fate (Jan 17, 2010 22:01 GMT)
Clint Dempsey's World Cup hopes could depend on the results of a Monday scan after the United States forward limped off in the second half of Fulham's 2-0 Premier League defeat at Blackburn.
Germany announce finals warm-up plans (Jan 15, 2010 17:44 GMT)
Germany have unveiled their plan for the build-up to the 2010 World Cup by announcing the staging of two training camps in Italy and three warm-up matches.
England fans guaranteed World Cup tickets (Jan 15, 2010 17:31 GMT)
Every fan who has applied through the Football Association for tickets for England's games at this summer's World Cup in South Africa should be successful for all group games, FIFA announced today.
Maradona to visit World Cup base in Pretoria (Jan 15, 2010 16:16 GMT)
Diego Maradona will resume his Argentina coaching duties after a two-month FIFA ban for insulting reporters by visiting his team's World Cup base in Pretoria.
Scotland want return of England international (Jan 14, 2010 19:06 GMT)
Gordon Smith has insisted the Scottish Football Association remain fully committed to the first Scotland v England international for more than a decade.
Outrage over stab vest sales for World Cup fans (Jan 14, 2010 12:09 GMT)
Stab vests in England colours are being sold to 2010 football World Cup-bound fans, provoking outrage among supporter groups.
Adams: The South Africa Angle, January 13 (Jan 13, 2010 18:33 GMT)
The South Africa Angle praises Danny Jordaan's attempts to battle misconceptions about the continent of Africa.
Japan's Okada targets World Cup semi-finals (Jan 13, 2010 08:47 GMT)
Japan coach Takeshi Okada has insisted his bold target of making the semi-finals in next year's World Cup remains intact, but that it has been placed on hold in a bid to win a first East Asian title.
World Cup chief Jordaan criticises Phil Brown (Jan 12, 2010 15:30 GMT)
Danny Jordaan, the chief executive of South Africa's World Cup organising committee, has criticised Hull manager Phil Brown for claiming that the recent terrorist attack on the Togo team has called into question the viability of the World Cup.
South Africa dismayed at security concerns (Jan 12, 2010 14:42 GMT)
South African police insist it is "very unfair'' to question their security plan for the World Cup just because of the machine-gun attack on the Togo team which took place in nearby Angola on Friday.
Lippi offers Toni lifeline for World Cup finals (Jan 12, 2010 13:06 GMT)
Italy coach Marcello Lippi has left the door open for Luca Toni to return to the national team.
Torres: Spain won't waste ''big chance'' in 2010 (Jan 12, 2010 12:56 GMT)
Spanish striker Fernando Torres has maintained that his side will not waste their "big chance" in South Africa this summer.
A story from behind the camera (Jan 12, 2010 11:21 GMT)
Uli Hesse tells a story of inherited wealth, teenage love, suicide, lying cameras and brass bands.
Carter: Maradona's attacking multitudes (Jan 12, 2010 09:51 GMT)
Jon Carter on the tough choices awaiting Diego Maradona as he selects his striking lineup.
Pienaar plays down World Cup safety fears (Jan 10, 2010 22:38 GMT)
South Africa midfielder Steven Pienaar insists the terrorist attack on the Togo squad at the African Nations Cup should not lead to fears over the World Cup later this year.
Jordaan: Angola events will not impact finals (Jan 9, 2010 20:13 GMT)
World Cup 2010 chief executive Danny Jordaan has insisted that this summer's finals in South Africa will not be negatively impacted by the tragic events in Angola.
Domenech backs Vieira's Manchester City move (Jan 8, 2010 11:11 GMT)
France coach Raymond Domenech has welcomed Patrick Vieira's move to Manchester City and confirmed that a return to the Premier League could help secure the midfielder's place at the World Cup finals.
Wigan boss Martinez rules out Figeroa move (Jan 8, 2010 09:23 GMT)
Wigan Atletic manager Roberto Martinez has ruled out a transfer for Honduras left-back Maynor Figueroa ahead of the World Cup this summer.
North Korea target Portugal scalp at World Cup (Jan 7, 2010 14:45 GMT)
North Korea assistant manager Jo Tong-Sop believes the country can cause an upset by making it to the second round of the World Cup despite being drawn in a group with Brazil, Portugal and Ivory Coast.
Top South African FA official Hack resigns (Jan 6, 2010 14:28 GMT)
A leading South African Football Association (SAFA) official has quit his job less than six months before the World Cup in the continuing fall-out from the battle for power in the domestic game.
Podolski will go to the World Cup, says Löw (Jan 6, 2010 08:32 GMT)
Germany coach Joachim Löw is set to make an exception to his policy of only choosing players who are in form and playing regularly for their club by naming Lukas Podolski in his World Cup squad.
Laurent Blanc a "good candidate" for France job (Jan 5, 2010 19:25 GMT)
French Football Federation (FFF) president Jean-Pierre Escalettes says Laurent Blanc is a strong candidate to replace Raymond Domenech as France coach after the World Cup.
Adams: The South Africa Angle, January 6 (Jan 5, 2010 17:42 GMT)
The South Africa Angle casts a critical eye over Sam Allardyce's warning for England.
Nelspruit pitch relaid due to poor drainage (Jan 5, 2010 15:41 GMT)
The pitch at Nelspruit's new World Cup stadium has been relaid for 5 million rand ($688,000) due to insufficient drainage, officials said on Tuesday.
Bartlett leading South African search for talent (Jan 5, 2010 14:09 GMT)
Former South African striker Shaun Bartlett is leading the development of the next generation of Bafana Bafana stars and will launch three training camps in Gauteng over the next six months aimed at bringing the best talent to light.
England coach Capello to have knee surgery? (Jan 5, 2010 08:00 GMT)
England manager Fabio Capello is due to undergo knee surgery this week which is likely to result in the Italian needing crutches for the next six weeks, two British newspapers reported on Tuesday.
Löw rules out international return for Kuranyi (Jan 4, 2010 18:06 GMT)
Germany manager Joachim Löw has ruled out a possible international return for Kevin Kuranyi.
Beckham wary of Messi threat at World Cup (Jan 4, 2010 13:34 GMT)
David Beckham has warned that Argentina's Lionel Messi could take the World Cup by storm this summer but insists England are "lucky" to have an exceptional group of players themselves.
Dunn believes Robbo deserves England chance (Jan 4, 2010 13:13 GMT)
David Dunn believes his Blackburn team-mate Paul Robinson deserves an England recall and will be "in with a real shout" of a World Cup spot if he maintains his current form.
FA denies reports linking Hodgson with England (Jan 3, 2010 10:55 GMT)
The Football Association has swiftly denied reports that Fulham manager Roy Hodgson is being considered as a potential replacement for Fabio Capello should the Italian quit the England job following the World Cup finals.
Bierhoff says Germany can win the World Cup (Jan 2, 2010 15:12 GMT)
Germany general manager Oliver Bierhoff has warned rivals his team will be aiming to lift the World Cup next summer.
Totti prepared to make Italy World Cup return (Jan 2, 2010 13:13 GMT)
AS Roma striker Francesco Totti has said he will come out of international retirement and play for Italy at the World Cup if he is fit and called up.
