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Huh Promises Attacking Intent

Huh Promises Attacking Intent

SOUTH Korea coach Huh Jung-moo has promised an attacking display in Tuesday's crucial Group B showdown with Nigeria as his side look to secure just a second appearance in the last 16 of a World Cup finals. 19 Jun 2010
Parreira Upbeat Despite Defeat

Parreira Upbeat Despite Defeat

DEFIANT South Africa coach Carlos Alberto Parreira urged his side not to let their heads drop as they seek to bounce back from last night's potentially costly 3-0 World Cup defeat to Uruguay in Pretoria. 17 Jun 2010
Parreira Rages At Referee

Parreira Rages At Referee

SOUTH Africa coach Carlos Alberto Parreira slammed ref Massimo Busacca after seeing Bafana Bafana's hopes of making the last 16 of the World Cup suffer a potentially critical setback against Uruguay. 17 Jun 2010
Parreira Wary Of Forlan

Parreira Wary Of Forlan

SOUTH Africa coach Carlos Alberto Parreira has singled out Uruguay striker Diego Forlan as a player his side will need to pay special attention to in tonight's World Cup clash in Pretoria. 16 Jun 2010
South Korea Not Afraid of Argentina

South Korea Not Afraid of Argentina

SOUTH Korea coach Huh Jung-moo has told his players not to be afraid of Argentina as they attempt to prolong their stay at the World Cup. 13 Jun 2010
Modise Admits Nerves Got to South Africa

Modise Admits Nerves Got to South Africa

SOUTH Africa midfielder Teko Modise admitted his side suffered from early nerves yesterday but was satisfied overall with the 1-1 draw against Mexico in the 2010 World Cup opener. 12 Jun 2010
Parreira: We Can Progress

Parreira: We Can Progress

SOUTH Africa coach Carlos Alberto Parreira suggested his side initially froze under the weight of expectation but believes the 1-1 draw with Mexico keeps alive their dream of reaching the last 16 of the World Cup. 12 Jun 2010
Hosts Inspired By Spirit Of Mandela

Hosts Inspired By Spirit Of Mandela

IT was the sound of South African history. 12 Jun 2010
Moment Of Truth Has Arrived: Mokoena

Moment Of Truth Has Arrived: Mokoena

RAFAEL Marquez denied hosts South Africa a dream start to the World Cup with his goal 11 minutes from time earning Mexico a deserved draw at Soccer City. 12 Jun 2010
Hosts Held By Mexico In Opener

Hosts Held By Mexico In Opener

IN the end it was not the result South Africa wanted but also not the result many of its football-mad population of 50 million feared either as the host nation came so close to snatching a fairytale victory in the opening game of the 2010 World Cup on Friday night. 12 Jun 2010
South Africa v Mexico Pic Special

South Africa v Mexico Pic Special

All the match action from the World Cup opener between hosts South Africa and Mexico at Soccer City in Soweto, Johannesburg. Pics by Getty Images. 12 Jun 2010
Mandela To Miss Opening Ceremony

Mandela To Miss Opening Ceremony

NELSON Mandela will not attend the opening ceremony of the World Cup today following the death of his great granddaughter in a car accident last night, the South African organising committee have confirmed. 11 Jun 2010
WC A Defining Moment For South Africa - Zuma

WC A Defining Moment For South Africa - Zuma

SOUTH African president Jacob Zuma tonight dedicated the first World Cup on African soil to Nelson Mandela. 11 Jun 2010
14 Injured In Stadium Stampede

14 Injured In Stadium Stampede

AT least 14 people have been injured after a stampede at a pre-World Cup friendly between Nigeria and North Korea in a Johannesburg township, South Africa police have confirmed. 7 Jun 2010
South Africa Defeat Denmark

South Africa Defeat Denmark

HOSTS South Africa wrapped up preparations for the World Cup with another impressive display which helped them edge out Denmark 1-0 in Atteridgeville. 6 Jun 2010
World Cup Insider: What Is It?

World Cup Insider: What Is It?

THE FourFourTwo World Cup Insider is much more than an excuse for two staff members to go on a jaunt to South Africa. There's stuff you'll be interested in too - we promise! 1 Jun 2010

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