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Hamsik Can Handle Demands

Hamsik Can Handle Demands

SLOVAKIA captain Marek Hamsik does not believe World Cup hysteria is affecting his players. 4 Jun 2010
Essien Philosophical At World Cup Woe

Essien Philosophical At World Cup Woe

GHANA midfielder Michael Essien has spoken of his disappointment at missing the World Cup. 4 Jun 2010
Del Bosque Hopeful Over Torres

Del Bosque Hopeful Over Torres

SPAIN coach Vicente Del Bosque is hoping Fernando Torres can have a run-out during Tuesday's final World Cup warm-up match against Poland. 4 Jun 2010
Barry Back In Training

Barry Back In Training

GARETH Barry was a welcome presence on the Royal Bafokeng training pitches this morning as England went through their paces after finally arriving in South Africa on their World Cup mission yesterday. 4 Jun 2010
Samaras: Ki Is My Enemy Now

Samaras: Ki Is My Enemy Now

GREECE striker Georgios Samaras refused to wish his Celtic team-mate Ki Sung-yueng good luck ahead of the World Cup as the pair prepare to face each other in the group stages. 4 Jun 2010
Capello Not Afraid to Canvas Opinion

Capello Not Afraid to Canvas Opinion

ENGLAND coach Fabio Capello has sought the advice of fellow managers in preparing for the World Cup but insists he will ultimately rely on "my decisions and style." 4 Jun 2010
South Korea: We're Ready

South Korea: We're Ready

COACH Huh Jung-moo is satisfied his players are ready for the World Cup after South Korea were edged 1-0 by Spain in their final warm-up match yesterday. 4 Jun 2010
Beckham Gives Walcott a Lift

Beckham Gives Walcott a Lift

DAVID Beckham has backed Theo Walcott to bounce back stronger from missing out on a place in England's World Cup finals squad. 4 Jun 2010
Lampard Hopes to Have a Ball

Lampard Hopes to Have a Ball

FRANK Lampard believes he can take full advantage of the new and lighter World Cup ball to help England's quest for glory in South Africa. 4 Jun 2010
Germans Want Strong Start

Germans Want Strong Start

GERMANY boss Joachim Low is focused on blasting from the World Cup blocks against the Socceroos and is confident his side are almost ready for action. 4 Jun 2010
Brown Hopes He'll Be All White

Brown Hopes He'll Be All White

TIM Brown remains positive that his World Cup dream is still alive as he continues his recovery from the fractured shoulder he suffered in the recent friendly against the Socceroos. 4 Jun 2010
Grella Hungry For Victory

Grella Hungry For Victory

MIDFIELDER Vince Grella admits the Socceroos are looking for a positive result in the clash with the United States, despite Pim Verbeek's dismissal of the importance of results in friendlies. 4 Jun 2010
Vidosic: I'm Raring To Go

Vidosic: I'm Raring To Go

DARIO Vidosic was always confident of making the final cut for the World Cup despite others suggesting it was touch and go whether he would feature in Pim Verbeek's chosen twenty-three. 4 Jun 2010
...Free Kick Specialists

...Free Kick Specialists

LONG range pile-drivers or perfectly crafted curlers - the World Cup always delivers it fair share of dead ball delights. 4 Jun 2010
Brazil Training Session Pic Special

Brazil Training Session Pic Special

Brazil even train beautifully, although their training tops do look eerily like the new Socceroos training tops. Locals turned out in force to catch a glimpse of the hot tips to win this year's tournament. Pics by Getty Images 4 Jun 2010
Trev Takes The Visa "Gooooooooooal" Challenge

Trev Takes The Visa "Gooooooooooal" Challenge

Deputy dawg Trevor Treharne heads to Circular Quay to see how long he can shout 'Goooooooooooooooooooooal' for. 4 Jun 2010

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