England to face Egypt in warm-up
Soccernet staffEngland have confirmed they will play Egypt at Wembley Stadium in a World Cup warm-up match on Wednesday, March 3.
Story | Conversation | December 21, 2009World Cup spoiler ... may the worst win
Roger Bennett, Special to ESPN.comContrary to popular belief, it's not always the favorite that lifts the World Cup trophy. In fact, as the last three World Cups have shown, it's often the opposite.
Story | Conversation | December 20, 2009U.S. get Dutch date for World Cup prep
Soccernet staffThe Netherlands will host United States in a World Cup warm-up at Amsterdam on March 3, with both teams likely to be at full strength for one of the last tune ups before the tournament in South Africa.
Story | Conversation | December 16, 2009U.S. will face Netherlands
Associated PressThe United States will play the third-ranked Netherlands in a World Cup warm-up at Amsterdam on March 3, and both teams figure to be at relatively full strength.
Story | Conversation | December 16, 2009Capello questions Fergie's Owen policy
Soccernet staffFabio Capello can't understand why Michael Owen can't get more regular football at Manchester United, but insists the striker must play consistently if he is to be considered for England's World Cup squad.
Story | Conversation | December 15, 2009England's reputation takes a dive
Tom AdamsThe South Africa Angle explains why England can no longer occupy the moral high ground.
Story | Conversation | December 14, 2009U.S. to face Honduras in January
Associated PressThe United States will play its first World Cup warmup of 2010 against fellow qualifier Honduras on Jan. 23 in Carson, Calif.
Story | Conversation | December 15, 2009El Tri resurgent under Javier Aguirre
Mark Young, Special to ESPN.comAt one point in qualifying, it appeared doubtful that Mexico would even reach South Africa. However, under Javier Aguirre, El Tri have rediscovered their swagger. Mark Young weighs in.
Story | Conversation | December 14, 2009U.S. poised to repeat '02 success
Mark Young, Special to ESPN.comAlready battle-tested with playing conditions in South Africa, the U.S. is aiming to replicate its magical quarterfinal run from the 2002 World Cup. Mark Young weighs in.
Story | Conversation | December 14, 2009World Cup ticket applications soar
Soccernet staffThe first ten days of the third ticketing sales phase for the 2010 World Cup has seen the number of tickets applied for hit the 500,000 mark, FIFA revealed on Monday.
Story | Conversation | December 14, 2009Uruguay to rely on its forward pair
Mark Young, Special to ESPN.comBurdened by the weight of its past glories, an inconsistent Uruguay side will rely heavily on its explosive offensive talent. Mark Young weighs in.
Story | Conversation | December 12, 2009The greatest goals of the decade
Tom AdamsTom Adams offers his selection of the ten finest goals scored in the past decade.
Story | Conversation | December 03, 2009Holden ponders defining choice
Doug McIntyreWhether Stuart Holden ends up landing a spot on the U.S. World Cup team or not could very well depend on the decision he makes at the end of this mont...
Blog Entry | Conversation | December 09, 2009
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Story | March 19, 2008Mixed reaction as hosts face tough draw
Don PetersDon Peters gauges the reaction in South Africa as they prepare for a tricky group.
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