Five on the fringe
Luke Cyphers and Doug McIntyre...press, everything changed. Beasley started running rampant around the Scottish Premier League, setting up a goal Dec. 12 against St. Johnstone. He followed up with a wonder strike three days later to lead a win...
Blog Entry | Conversation | December 23, 2009
U.S. won't overlook its opponents
Jeff Carlisle, ESPNsoccernetAfter receiving a relatively easy World Cup draw, the U.S. is in the rare position of being considered favorites to advance to the second round, but it can't afford to overlook its opponents, writes Jeff Carlisle.
Story | Conversation | December 08, 2009Slovenia not to be underestimated
Mark Young, Special to ESPN.comSlovenia lacks big names but with its strong team unity and stout defense, it's not wise to underestimate Matjaz Kek's men. Mark Young weighs in.
Story | Conversation | December 05, 2009Rooney: We're full of confidence
Andrew Warshaw in Cape TownWayne Rooney says Fabio Capello will leave "no stone unturned" trying to help England win the World Cup for the first time in half a century.
Story | Conversation | December 05, 2009Bradley: Memory of 1950 to inspire USA
Andrew WarshawAmerican coach Bob Bradley says memories of his country's famous 1-0 victory over England in 1950 will come flooding back after the two nations were paired in the opening match of group C for next summer's World Cup finals.
Story | Conversation | December 04, 2009U.S. lucks into an ideal draw for 2010
Steve Davis, Special to ESPN.comAfter drawing England, Algeria and Slovenia for its first-round group, the U.S. should enter the World Cup with high hopes of advancement, writes Steve Davis.
Story | Conversation | December 04, 2009Brazil meet Portugal in Group of Death
Soccernet StaffBrazil were paired with Portugal in Friday's World Cup draw in Cape Town.
Story | Conversation | December 04, 2009Glenn Hoddle "delighted" with England's opponents
Harry Harris, Football CorrespondentFormer England manager Glenn Hoddle has told ESPN Soccernet that he is "delighted" with the country's World Cup draw, even if a clash with old foes Germany could be looming in the last 16.
Story | Conversation | December 04, 2009Considering the 'impact' of the draw
Nate Silver, Special to ESPN.comSoccer Power Index: Nate Silver considers the "impact" of the World Cup draw using a new statistic of his own creation.
Story | Conversation | December 03, 2009The World Cup wish list
Luke Cyphers and Doug McIntyre...them 3-1 in Aarhus. Meanwhile, the Greeks know how to win, and always play hungry in big tournaments. But that leaves big names: France and Portugal, a finalist and semifinalist from '06. The teams...
Blog Entry | Conversation | December 02, 2009
Bono on the warpath
Tom AdamsTom Adams introduces a new World Cup feature - The South Africa Angle.
Story | Conversation | December 01, 2009Can the Italians successfully defend?
Mark Young, Special to ESPN.comItaly has the usual confidence heading into the World Cup. Can they justify that attitude? Mark Young weighs in.
Story | Conversation | November 29, 2009Can the hosts beat the odds?
Mark Young, Special to ESPN.comThe South African squad will face some difficult challenges while hosting the World Cup. Mark Young weighs in.
Story | Conversation | November 29, 2009Time for Theo Walcott to shine
Kevin PalmerKevin Palmer warns that Theo Walcott's World Cup place with England could be in serious doubt.
Story | Conversation | November 26, 2009Huntelaar joins Quaresma in the Golden Bin
Dominic RaynorDominic Raynor on a week when the nominees for the Bidone d'Oro award for Serie A's worst player were announced.
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