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West Ham substitutes deepen Benitez gloom
AFP, Published on 01/12/2012
» Rafael Benitez lamented Chelsea's profligacy in front of goal after his side's run of league games without a win was extended to seven following a 3-1 loss at West Ham United on Saturday.
Brazil to face Japan in Confed opener
AFP, Published on 01/12/2012
» Hosts Brazil will face Japan in the opening match of the Confederations Cup on June 15 next year in Brasilia following Saturday's draw in Sao Paulo.
Under-pressure Mourinho faces tough La Liga derby
AFP, Published on 01/12/2012
» Atletico Madrid take on derby rivals Real Madrid this weekend aiming to pile up the pressure on under-fire coach Jose Mourinho whose team already trail leaders Barcelona by 11 points.
England and Wales in search of southern comfort
AFP, Published on 01/12/2012
» After yet another largely depressing European autumn series for the Home Nations, England and Wales have one last chance to salvage some self-respect for the British Isles on Saturday.
FIFA's flexible Valcke in samba swerve
AFP, Published on 01/12/2012
» FIFA Secretary General Jerome Valcke, whose criticism last spring of Brazil's World Cup preparations upset the hosts, said Friday the game's ruling body and the South Americans had agreed on the need for flexibility.
FIFA head hails goal tech advances
AFP, Published on 01/12/2012
» FIFA president Sepp Blatter hailed technical advances in the game Friday as the organisation prepares to try out goalline technology at the upcoming World Club Cup in Japan.
Brazil need to be Brazil - not Barca: Scolari
AFP, Published on 30/11/2012
» Brazil coach Luiz Felipe Scolari, tasked with delivering home-flavoured World Cup glory in 2014, insisted Friday his team had to develop its own identity and respect Brazilian characteristics, rather than pretend they are Barcelona.
The new Brazil -- golden oldies in golden shirts
AFP, Published on 30/11/2012
» The new Brazil under Luiz Felipe Scolari, returning to the hotseat a decade after delivering a World Cup title, could constitute old wine in new bottles, rather than vice-versa, Brazilian media pondered Friday.
Ranieri would be happy with Beckham Monaco move
AFP, Published on 30/11/2012
» Monaco boss Claudio Ranieri would be "happy" if David Beckham moved to the French second division side, describing the 37-year-old former England captain as a "fantastic" player.
Nani out but Vidic poised for Man United return
AFP, Published on 30/11/2012
» Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson revealed on Friday that Portuguese winger Nani will be out until next year, as the Premier League leaders' injury problems continue.