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Ibrahimovic: Sweden deserve World Cup spot

Ibrahimovic: Sweden deserve World Cup spot

SWEDEN captain Zlatan Ibrahimovic believes his side deserve a place at the FIFA World Cup more than play-off opponents Portugal. 13 Nov 2013
Ribery calls for fearless France

Ribery calls for fearless France

FRANCK Ribery has called for his France team-mates to approach the FIFA World Cup play-off against Ukraine without fear. 13 Nov 2013
Mata says Chelsea form won't affect WC dream

Mata says Chelsea form won't affect WC dream

JUAN Mata does not believe his lack of game time for Chelsea will influence whether or not he goes to the 2014 World Cup with Spain. 12 Nov 2013
All Whites face Mexican cauldron in WC playoff

All Whites face Mexican cauldron in WC playoff

NEW Zealand are preparing to embark on one of the toughest tests in football, as they head to Mexico for their World Cup play-off first leg. 12 Nov 2013
Romania call up for Man City goalkeeper, Pantilimon

Romania call up for Man City goalkeeper, Pantilimon

MANCHESTER City goalkeeper Costel Pantilimon has been called up to the Romania squad for their FIFA World Cup play-off against Greece. 12 Nov 2013
World Cup playoff preview: Jordan v Uruguay

World Cup playoff preview: Jordan v Uruguay

JORDAN host Uruguay in the opening leg of their Intercontinental Play-off looking to reach the FIFA World Cup Finals for the first time. 12 Nov 2013
Rodgers backs Henderson for World Cup berth

Rodgers backs Henderson for World Cup berth

LIVERPOOL boss Brendan Rodgers has backed Jordan Henderson to earn a place in England's squad for next year's FIFA World Cup. 20 Oct 2013
Herrera appointed Mexico manager

Herrera appointed Mexico manager

MEXICO have appointed Miguel Herrera as the new manager of the national team, replacing Victor Manuel Vucetich. 19 Oct 2013
Low pens Germany extension

Low pens Germany extension

JOACHIM Low has extended his contract as head coach of Germany until after the 2016 UEFA European Championships. 18 Oct 2013
Agbonlahor harbours England World Cup hopes

Agbonlahor harbours England World Cup hopes

GABRIEL Agbonlahor hopes an impressive season for Aston Villa can earn him an unlikely place in England's FIFA World Cup squad. 18 Oct 2013
Mexico set for fourth coach in six weeks

Mexico set for fourth coach in six weeks

MEXICO appear set for another coaching change with local media reports suggesting Victor Manuel Vucetich has been sacked. 18 Oct 2013
Balotelli in Italy contention despite gastro

Balotelli in Italy contention despite gastro

STAR Italy striker Mario Balotelli could face Armenia on Tuesday despite suffering from gastroenteritis. 13 Oct 2013
Lewandowski fearful of further Hart heroics

Lewandowski fearful of further Hart heroics

ROBERT Lewandowski fears a repeat of "one of the best goalkeeping displays" he has seen from Joe Hart when Poland face England. 13 Oct 2013
Coleman backs Belgium to shine in Brazil

Coleman backs Belgium to shine in Brazil

WALES manager Chris Coleman has tipped Belgium as dark horses to lift the FIFA World Cup in Brazil next year. 13 Oct 2013
Rooney tips England youngsters to flourish

Rooney tips England youngsters to flourish

MANCHESTER United striker Wayne Rooney has backed England's young stars to shine on the international stage. 13 Oct 2013
Pekerman ecstatic over Colombia's 3-0 fightback

Pekerman ecstatic over Colombia's 3-0 fightback

Jose Pekerman was proud of his Colombia side after they fought back against Chile to secure their place at the FIFA World Cup. 13 Oct 2013