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The return of summer romance

Brett Taylor

Brett Taylor looks ahead to South Africa as he seeks to rekindle a summer romance.

Story | Conversation | December 09, 2009

U.S. won't overlook its opponents

Jeff Carlisle, ESPNsoccernet

After 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, 2009

U.S. lucks into an ideal draw for 2010

Steve Davis, Special to ESPN.com

After 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, 2009

Team analysis of the draw

Jon Carter

The World Cup draw took place on Friday night and, as always, had some interesting pairings. Here, we break down each of the teams and their chances of progressing from their groups.

Story | Conversation | December 04, 2009

Unseeded U.S. faces anxious draw wait

Associated Press

Friday's World Cup draw could go a long way to determining whether the Americans get out of the first round next June in South Africa or make a quick exit as they did in 2006.

Story | Conversation | December 02, 2009

U.S. team hopes for favorable draw

Jeff Carlisle, ESPNsoccernet

A favorable opening-round group is key for any team's hopes of advancement. With this in mind, Jeff Carlisle breaks down the possible scenarios for the U.S. team in Friday's World Cup draw.

Story | Conversation | December 01, 2009

Ten World Cup finals classics

Tom Adams

Tom Adams picks out some of the greatest matches ever to be played at the World Cup.

Story | Conversation | November 28, 2009

Ten World Cup matches to remember

Tom Adams

From unforgettable finals to seismic shocks, we've see some of soccer's finest players, goals and drama.

Story | Conversation | November 23, 2009

Zhirkov believes London move is behind injury woe

Soccernet staff

Yuri Zhirkov believes his ongoing knee problems since arriving at Chelsea have been caused by his move to London.

Story | Conversation | November 18, 2009

Irish bid to upset under-fire Domenech

Gareth Maher

Gareth Maher finds the build-up to Ireland's play-off with France has been all about the coaches.

Story | Conversation | November 13, 2009

World Cup 1978

John Brewin and Martin Williamson

Host country Argentina

Story | Conversation | November 10, 2009

World Cup 1958

John Brewin and Martin Williamson

World Cup 1958

Story | Conversation | November 10, 2009

South Africa 2010: The final countdown

Jon Carter

Jon Carter breaks down the remaining qualifiers that matter for the 2010 World Cup.

Story | Conversation | October 12, 2009

Drogba: Ivory Coast hoping for historic triumph

Soccernet staff

After his goal on Saturday booked Ivory Coast's place at the World Cup finals, Didier Drogba has warned that the country have a burning ambition to make history and become the first African team to lift the famous trophy.

Story | Conversation | October 12, 2009

Soccer Power Index: FAQ

A guide to ESPN's SPI ratings.

Story | Conversation | September 25, 2009