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World Cup kick-off venue not ready for final test
AFP, Published on 31/05/2014
» The stadium hosting the opening match of the World Cup on June 12 will not be finished in time for its final test event, its owners said Friday.
World Cup visitors will be safe, vows Brazil
AFP, Published on 29/05/2014
» Brazil vowed Wednesday that World Cup tourists would be safe despite a wave of recent protests, as it rushed to finish preparations in what FIFA called a "race against the clock."
Nigeria clash faces fixing probe
AFP, Published on 28/05/2014
» Nigeria's World Cup warm-up friendly against Scotland in London on Wednesday is reported to be the subject of a match-fixing investigation by police.
Qatar begins work on first World Cup stadium
AFP, Published on 20/05/2014
» Qatar on Tuesday began work on the first stadium for the 2022 World Cup as the debate rages over whether the tournament should take place amid soaring summer temperatures.
Anti-doping body bans use of xenon gas
AFP, Published on 19/05/2014
» The World Anti-Doping Agency banned the inhalation of xenon and argon gas, saying it could illegally enhance the performance of athletes.