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Marquez Boost for Mexico

Marquez Boost for Mexico

BARCELONA defender Rafael Marquez has given Mexico a major boost ahead of Friday's World Cup opener against hosts South Africa by returning to training. 9 Jun 2010
No Oz Return For Ruka

No Oz Return For Ruka

SOCCEROO speedster Nikita Rukavytsya has slammed the door on any talk of an A-League return with the youngster keen to remain in Europe despite his release by FC Twente. 9 Jun 2010
Tim The Target For Germany

Tim The Target For Germany

GERMANY has pinpointed Socceroos star Tim Cahill as the danger man in the World Cup clash on Monday morning, warning the Australian he will be in for some close attention. 9 Jun 2010
Zidane Reaches adidas Quest Destination

Zidane Reaches adidas Quest Destination

World Cup legend Zinedine Zidane gears you up for the finals with the help of Messi, Villa, Gerrard and some fancy arty special effects 9 Jun 2010
...One Hit Wonders

...One Hit Wonders

SOMETIMES a player's star shines brightly for just a short period of time. Think Garry Birtles, Thomas Brolin or Geoff Thomas. 9 Jun 2010
Cahill Crock Fear

Cahill Crock Fear

TIM Cahill and not Harry Kewell is now looming as Australia's biggest injury cloud just five days out from the Socceroos' World Cup opener against Germany on Sunday night in Durban. 9 Jun 2010
Socceroos Tuesday Training Pic Special

Socceroos Tuesday Training Pic Special

Another day, another training session as the Socceroos prepare for Germany this weekend. Pics by Getty Images.. 9 Jun 2010
Ronaldo: Portugal Will Rise to Challenge

Ronaldo: Portugal Will Rise to Challenge

CRISTIANO Ronaldo believes being drawn in the toughest of the World Cup groups could spur Portugal on to great things. 9 Jun 2010
Defenders Share German Responsibility

Defenders Share German Responsibility

ARNE Friedrich insists there is no senior partner in his pairing with Per Mertesacker at the heart of Germany's defence. 9 Jun 2010
Pirlo Hopeful for Slovakia Clash

Pirlo Hopeful for Slovakia Clash

INFLUENTIAL midfielder Andrea Pirlo believes he will be fit to play in Italy's final group game of the World Cup finals against Slovakia. 9 Jun 2010
Portugal Sail Past Mozambique

Portugal Sail Past Mozambique

PORTUGAL shrugged off the loss of winger Nani to brush aside Mozambique 3-0 in their final World Cup warm-up match today. 9 Jun 2010
France Keeper Hits Out At Ball

France Keeper Hits Out At Ball

FRANCE'S Hugo Lloris has become the latest World Cup goalkeeper to voice his concerns over the Jabulani ball. 9 Jun 2010
Moras a Major Doubt for Greece

Moras a Major Doubt for Greece

GREECE have admitted central defender Vangelis Moras needs "a last-minute medical wonder" to be fit for their World Cup opener against South Korea on Saturday. 9 Jun 2010
Bendtner Winning Fitness Battle

Bendtner Winning Fitness Battle

Denmark striker Nicklas Bendtner looks set to win his battle to be fit for his side's opening World Cup clash with Holland on Monday. 9 Jun 2010
Vidic Describes Serbian Pride

Vidic Describes Serbian Pride

NEMANJA Vidic regards this week as virgin territory. There may be a World Cup history in his country but South Africa 2010 is when Serbia will finally stand tall in its own right. 9 Jun 2010
Skrtel Boost Slovakia Against Kiwis

Skrtel Boost Slovakia Against Kiwis

MARTIN Skrtel is expected to be fit for Slovakia's opening World Cup match against New Zealand. 9 Jun 2010

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