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Dunga Hits Out At Media

Dunga Hits Out At Media

BRAZIL coach Dunga urged journalists to stop "hitting and attacking" him as he prepares for his first World Cup finals match in the dugout against North Korea at Ellis Park tomorrow night. 15 Jun 2010
Drogba Waits on Fifa Decision On Cast

Drogba Waits on Fifa Decision On Cast

IVORY Coast striker Didier Drogba was tonight waiting to hear from FIFA whether or not he will be allowed to play against Portugal tomorrow afternoon wearing a protective cast. 15 Jun 2010
Toure: We Can Win Without Drogba

Toure: We Can Win Without Drogba

IVORY Coast defender Kolo Toure has told his team-mates to believe they can make an impact at the World Cup even without Didier Drogba. 14 Jun 2010
Portugal Deny Nani Rift Reports

Portugal Deny Nani Rift Reports

THE Portuguese Football Federation have dismissed reports Nani was sent home from the World Cup for reasons other than a shoulder injury. 14 Jun 2010
Don't Underestimate North Korea

Don't Underestimate North Korea

MANCHESTER United midfielder Park Ji-sung has backed World Cup underdogs North Korea to "surprise the world" in South Africa. 13 Jun 2010
Toure Takes Aim At Portugal

Toure Takes Aim At Portugal

IVORY Coast defender Kolo Toure is relishing the chance to upset Portugal in his side's first Group G game. 13 Jun 2010
North Koreans Bank on Mental Strength

North Koreans Bank on Mental Strength

MIDFIELDER An Yong-hak believes North Korea are mentally tougher than five-time World Cup winners Brazil and hopes it is a factor which could prove decisive in Tuesday's Group G match. 12 Jun 2010
Eriksson: It Will Be Drogba's Choice

Eriksson: It Will Be Drogba's Choice

IVORY Coast captain Didier Drogba looks increasingly likely to be fit for his team's opener against Portugal and coach Sven-Goran Eriksson insists the final decision will be down to the player himself. 12 Jun 2010
Alves Hails Brazil Creativity

Alves Hails Brazil Creativity

BRAZIL defender Daniel Alves expects tough games at the World Cup but believes his team's "quality and creativity" will be decisive. 12 Jun 2010
Veloso Keeps Dreaming

Veloso Keeps Dreaming

PORTUGAL midfielder Miguel Veloso firmly believes his team can make history in South Africa. 11 Jun 2010
An: We Have a Shot Against Brazil

An: We Have a Shot Against Brazil

MIDFIELDER An Yong-hak knows North Korea will be up against it when they face Brazil but believes they still have a shot at a shocking upset. 11 Jun 2010
Alves: Barca Better Than Argentina

Alves: Barca Better Than Argentina

BRAZIL full-back Daniel Alves believes Lionel Messi struggles to replicate his Barcelona form on the international stage because the Argentina squad is inferior to that at the Nou Camp. 11 Jun 2010
Drogba Back In Training

Drogba Back In Training

IVORY Coast have been boosted by the news that Didier Drogba could be fit for their World Cup opener after the Chelsea striker returned to training today. 11 Jun 2010
Pele: Kaka Needs to Find Some Form

Pele: Kaka Needs to Find Some Form

BRAZIL legend Pele has admitted he is worried about Kaka's form going into the World Cup. 11 Jun 2010
Knowledge Is Power For Toure

Knowledge Is Power For Toure

IVORY Coast defender Kolo Toure is hoping his side's knowledge of Brazilian and Portuguese rivals will come in handy as they look to advance from the World Cup's 'group of death'. 11 Jun 2010
Portugal Focused On Being The Best

Portugal Focused On Being The Best

PORTUGAL coach Carlos Queiroz believes his team are determined to prove themselves the best in the world. 10 Jun 2010