Orange alert a possibility

If the Netherlands can put their feuding aside, they stand a chance in South Africa. Can they do it? Mark Young weighs in.

England again faces intense pressure

England, as usual, is feeling the heat heading into the World Cup. Can they keep their cool? Mark Young weighs in.

FIFA 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.

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.

Bertos awaits date with destiny

Leo Bertos tells David Davutovic what World Cup qualification would mean for New Zealand.

Royal Bafokeng Stadium

2010 World Cup Venue Royal Bafokeng Stadium Rustenburg

Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium

Port Elizabeth

Moses Mabhida Stadium

2010 World Cup Venue Durban Stadium Durban

Loftus Versfeld Stadium

, Tshwane/Pretoria

Parreira set for return as South Africa coach

Carlos Alberto Parreira looks set to resume the job he started three years ago as coach of 2010 World Cup hosts South Africa.

Bafana Bafana's poisoned chalice up for grabs

Don Peters on why Joel Santana's resignation is just the latest in a long line of disappointments for South Africa.

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.

Desperation sets in for hopefuls

There are plenty of permutations and a lot riding on the line for teams hoping to book their trip to South Africa. Who will sneak in?

Mexico withdraw from race to host World Cup

Mexico, one of England's rivals to host the 2018 World Cup, have pulled out of the bidding process due to financial concerns.

...Peters sees how Cameroon's dreams of reaching Africa's first World Cup finals are back on track