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Rivalry reopens as Egypt face Algeria again

Fierce rivals Algeria and Egypt meet in Sudan as the last remaining African place for the 2010 World Cup finals is decided.

Preview | November 17, 2009

U.S. books World Cup berth

The U.S. soccer team is headed to South Africa for a chance to redeem itself in the World Cup.

Story | October 10, 2009

World Cup: As questions linger about South Africa, field solidifies

Andrew Hush

With the World Cup one year away, host nation South Africa has allayed concerns it won't be ready. Meanwhile, on the playing field, some traditional powers are struggling to qualify, writes Andrew Hush.

Story | Conversation | June 11, 2009

Expectations high for World Cup hosts

Andrew Hush

The pressure is on the South African squad ahead of the 2010 World Cup, says Andrew Hush.

Story | Conversation | March 04, 2009

Germany 1-2 England: Terry caps fine show

John Terry provided England with the perfect end to 2008 by nodding home a late winner to beat Germany in Berlin.

Story | November 19, 2008

Portugal vs. France preview

Jen Chang

For those seeking a relative underdog to root for at this point, Portugal is the choice.

Story | Conversation | July 04, 2006

Raising the stakes

Jen Chang

Down to the final four in the World Cup and with Brazil eliminated there's no longer a clear favorite, with no one team standing out so far in this tournament, writes Jen Chang.

Story | Conversation | July 03, 2006

Placing the blame

Wayne Drehs, ESPN.com

The dubious penalty decision wasn't the sole reason that the U.S. was eliminated, but it certainly didn't help, writes Wayne Drehs.

Story | Conversation | June 22, 2006

Staying alive: Donovan could be key

Landon Donovan kept getting advice, not goals after coach Bruce Arena criticized his play in the opening loss to the Czech Republic.

Story | Conversation | June 19, 2006

Positive thoughts for Argentina

Sebastian Contursi

After an opening performance of much promise, Sebastian Contursi senses success for Argentina.

Story | Conversation | June 13, 2006

'Party mood' reigns in Germany on second day of play

Associated Press

The off-the-field calm of the World Cup's opening day extended into Saturday, thanks to intensive security and a party mood after England's first win.

Story | Conversation | June 10, 2006

United States making progress, insists Arena

Chris Cowles

Playing three World Cup warmups in a six-day period has tested the limits of the U.S. squad but there have been definite signs of improvement, manager Bruce Arena says.

Story | Conversation | May 28, 2006

Convey continues to impress

Jeff Carlisle

With his performance against Venezuela, Bobby Convey continues to make a case for inclusion into the U.S. starting lineup, writes Jeff Carlisle.

Story | Conversation | May 27, 2006

Group G Tactics Board

Nick Bidwell

It's time for French stars to shine and the Koreans to prove themselves all over again. Nick Bidwell examines the battleground of Group G.

Story | Conversation | May 24, 2006

Nationality express ticket needed

Ernst Bouwes

Kalou could answer Holland's prayers. Problem is, says Ernst Bouwes, he's not Dutch.

Story | Conversation | March 09, 2006