The biggest stories of the decade
Mark LomasMark Lomas picks out the ten biggest stories from a decade of football trials and tribulations.
Story | Conversation | December 14, 2009Six big names on the bubble
Leander SchaerlaeckensEvery player wants the chance to perform on the World Cup stage. If they can get there, Ruud Van Nistelrooy and Juan Riquelme are among those who could have a huge impact.
Story | Conversation | December 13, 2009Beckham: I'm prepared for finals snub
Soccernet staffDavid Beckham has admitted "nothing is guaranteed" when it comes to his hopes of playing for England at the 2010 World Cup finals. The former Three Lions captain will join AC Milan in January to prove his form and fitness to boss Fabio Capello but Beckham is prepared to be left out if he is not performing.
Story | Conversation | December 06, 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, 2009Sweet and savory, that's the live draw
Roger Bennett, Special to ESPN.comThe World Cup live draw is about more than just pots and countries, as Roger Bennett explains.
Story | Conversation | December 03, 2009Orange alert a possibility
Mark Young, Special to ESPN.comIf the Netherlands can put their feuding aside, they stand a chance in South Africa. Can they do it? Mark Young weighs in.
Story | Conversation | November 29, 2009England again faces intense pressure
Mark Young, Special to ESPN.comEngland, as usual, is feeling the heat heading into the World Cup. Can they keep their cool? Mark Young weighs in.
Story | Conversation | November 29, 2009FIFA call meeting to discuss play-off controversy
Sepp Blatter has called a crisis meeting of FIFA chiefs following Republic of Ireland's controversial World Cup exit at the hands of France but the world governing body is not considering a U-turn over their decision to refuse a replay.
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