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Demerit Takes Heart From Famous Win

Demerit Takes Heart From Famous Win

JAY DeMerit has challenged the current United States team to become heroes by emulating the World Cup success of their 1950 counterparts in toppling England. 9 Jun 2010
Vidic Sets Aside England Distraction

Vidic Sets Aside England Distraction

NEMANJA Vidic is anxious not to get distracted by the prospect of playing England at the World Cup. 9 Jun 2010
Terry Trusts Rooney to Channel Aggression

Terry Trusts Rooney to Channel Aggression

JOHN Terry started to get nervous when Wayne Rooney began launching himself into tackles yesterday - but insists the England striker does not have a temperament problem. 9 Jun 2010
Howard's Case for the Defence

Howard's Case for the Defence

TIM Howard has branded the World Cup ball "terrible" but admits the United States defence must learn to cope with it better if they are to deny the England attack in Saturday's clash. 8 Jun 2010
Villa Likes the Look of England

Villa Likes the Look of England

SPAIN striker David Villa believes England can win the World Cup and has likened them to his own side who struggled to live up to expectations until their victory in Euro 2008. 8 Jun 2010
Ziani Backs Under-Fire Algeria Skipper

Ziani Backs Under-Fire Algeria Skipper

ALGERIA star Karim Ziani has leapt to the defence of under-fire captain Yazid Mansouri, hitting out at supporters who have criticised the veteran midfielder. 8 Jun 2010
Defoe: Rooney Edge Can Help England

Defoe: Rooney Edge Can Help England

JERMAIN Defoe believes Wayne Rooney would not be the same player without his fiery temperament and thinks it could be an asset as long as it is kept under control during the World Cup. 8 Jun 2010
Donovan: We Have Nothing to Fear

Donovan: We Have Nothing to Fear

USA forward Landon Donovan has told England his side have nothing to fear ahead of Saturday's World Cup clash in Rustenburg. 8 Jun 2010
England's Lukewarm-Up Win

England's Lukewarm-Up Win

ENGLAND limped to an unconvincing and, at times, pretty awful victory in their practice match against local South African league side Platinum Stars. 8 Jun 2010
Timing Led Scholes to Turn Down England

Timing Led Scholes to Turn Down England

PAUL Scholes could have been tempted out of international retirement had Fabio Capello asked him sooner. 8 Jun 2010
Slovenia: We Have No Fear

Slovenia: We Have No Fear

ROBERT Koren has warned Slovenia's Group C rivals they will not roll over for anyone - and has set his sights on upsetting England. 8 Jun 2010
FA Tread Carefully Over Stadium Safety

FA Tread Carefully Over Stadium Safety

FOOTBALL Association officials went on another visit to the stadium for this afternoon's match between England and the Platinum Stars to ensure all safety precautions have been taken. 7 Jun 2010
Buddle Bidding for USA Starting Role

Buddle Bidding for USA Starting Role

USA striker Edson Buddle believes he has given coach Bob Bradley a selection headache for Saturday's World Cup clash with England in Rustenburg. 7 Jun 2010
Ferdinand to Stay With England

Ferdinand to Stay With England

INJURED England skipper Rio Ferdinand is to stay with the squad at least until their World Cup opener against the United States on Saturday. 7 Jun 2010
Hahnemann: England Under Pressure

Hahnemann: England Under Pressure

USA keeper Marcus Hahnemann is backing Wayne Rooney to cope with the "extreme pressure" he is under to lead England to World Cup glory. 7 Jun 2010
Eriksson Expects England to Shine

Eriksson Expects England to Shine

SVEN-Goran Eriksson believes England can win the World Cup despite the setback of losing captain Rio Ferdinand. 6 Jun 2010