Japan line up Venezuela for pre-World Cup friendly

Japan will take on Venezuela at home on February 2 in a warm-up for next year's World Cup.

Ahn given World Cup boost

South Korea striker Ahn Jung-hwan, who has often delivered for his country on the biggest stage, has been offered a World Cup lifeline.

Maradona must solve Lionel mess

The South Africa Angle warns that Diego Maradona must still get the best out of the new World Player of the Year.

Raul given hope of making Spain's World Cup squad

Spain coach Vicente Del Bosque insists the door is open for Raul to force his way into their World Cup squad.

Del Bosque handed two-year extension

Spain coach Vicente del Bosque has been handed a two-year contract extension as reward for guiding the European champions to a place in next year's World Cup.

Ian Watmore: FA won't intervene over John Terry

Football Association chief executive Ian Watmore is adamant that the governing body will not wade into the controversy surrounding England captain John Terry.

New Zealand eyes luxury World Cup hideaway

New Zealand eyes luxury World Cup hideaway

Coach Antic extends Serbia contract

Radomir Antic has extended his contract as Serbia coach until the end of their Euro 2012 campaign after getting the team out of a "deep black hole", in the words of his Football Association chief.

Downing Street lend 2018 World Cup bid £2.5m

The Government have confirmed they will lend England's 2018 World Cup bid team £2.5 million to support the campaign.

Antic extends Serbia contract after success

Antic extends Serbia contract after success

Life in Glasgow has been mostly good for Edu (left) and Beasley. It's the football that's been hard

Jamie Carragher spurns England approach

Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher has revealed he turned down an invitation from Fabio Capello to return to the England setup.

France decide against removing Raymond Domenech

France coach Raymond Domenech will remain at the helm for the World Cup following a lengthy debate by the French Football Federation board on Friday.

North Korea make "unofficial" Philippe Troussier contact

North Korea have 'unofficially' contacted experienced former Japan coach Philippe Troussier about coaching the team at next year's World Cup finals.

FIFA: No suspect bets on qualifier

FIFA has found no evidence of suspicious bets on a World Cup qualifier refereed by an official later suspended for alleged involvement in match-fixing.