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No regrets for Lemerre after Tunisia humbled (Jan 31, 2006 12:00 UK)
Tunisia coach Roger Lemerre says he has no regrets over fielding a weakened side that lost 3-0 to Guinea in their final group match at the African Nations Cup on Monday.
'Zambia are making good progress' - Bwalya (Jan 31, 2006 12:00 UK)
Zambia coach Kalusha Bwalya hopes that his country's victory in their final match at the African Nations Cup finals will allow him to continue his development plans for the team.
Matthaeus promises contrasting blend in Brazil (Jan 31, 2006 12:00 UK)
Former Germany captain Lothar Matthaeus promised a blend of Teutonic discipline and Brazilian flair after taking over as Atletico Paranaense coach on Monday.
Lopez brace maintains Toluca's perfect start (Jan 30, 2006 12:00 UK)
Striker Americo Lopez scored twice to help Mexican champions Toluca beat San Luis 3-1 on Sunday and maintain their 100 percent start in the Clausura championship.
DR Congo players say 'no pay: no play' (Jan 30, 2006 12:00 UK)
Democratic Republic of Congo will not play their African Nations Cup quarter-final against Egypt if bonuses are not paid in time, coach Claude Leroy said on Monday.
South African President unimpressed by Bafana Bafana (Jan 30, 2006 12:00 UK)
South Africa's dismal showing at the African Nations Cup in Egypt has earned a stinging rebuke from President Thabo Mbeki.
Angola geared up for World Cup despite Egpyt exit (Jan 30, 2006 12:00 UK)
Angola blamed inexperience for their early exit from the African Nations Cup finals but coach Luis Oliveira Goncalves said the competition would stand his side in good stead for their first trip to
Fearful Toure plays on for Ivory Coast (Jan 30, 2006 12:00 UK)
Ivory Coast defender Kolo Toure says he is haunted by fears for his family's safety while he plays for the strife-torn country at the African Nations Cup.
Boca Juniors suffer surprise opening defeat (Jan 30, 2006 12:00 UK)
Argentine champions Boca Juniors suffered a surprise 2-1 defeat by Gimnasia-Jujuy on Sunday as the Clausura title race got under way.
FIFA chief warns of Nations Cup saftey fears (Jan 30, 2006 12:00 UK)
Organisers of the African Nations Cup have moved to quell fears warning of a potential disaster if stadium safety at the tournament is not improved.
United call for action to clear up Mikel dispute (Jan 30, 2006 12:00 UK)
Manchester United have called on FIFA to ban Chelsea from transfer dealings and exclude them from competitions if it is proved they helped hijack the John Obi Mikel transfer, it has emerged.
Tunisia promise not to ease up against Guinea (Jan 29, 2006 12:00 UK)
Holders Tunisia, already through to the African Nations Cup quarter-finals, say there will be no repeat of their lame 1-1 draw with Guinea two years ago when the teams meet again on Monday.
Kingston and Beye get record bans for fighting (Jan 29, 2006 12:00 UK)
Ghana midfielder Laryea Kingston and Senegal defender Habib Beye will play no further part in the African Nations Cup final after being banned for four matches for fighting.
Egypt star Mido hoping for quick recovery (Jan 28, 2006 12:00 UK)
Egypt striker Mido hopes to make a quick recovery from the injury that forced him off the pitch early in Saturday's African Nations Cup win over Ivory Coast.
River Plate crush Oriente to close on Cup place (Jan 27, 2006 12:00 UK)
River Plate crushed Bolivia's Oriente Petrolero 6-0 in the first match of a two-legged preliminary round match on Thursday to virtually book their place in South America's Libertadores Cup.
Fears over for Lemerre after hosts Tunisia qualify (Jan 26, 2006 12:00 UK)
Tunisia coach Roger Lemerre breathed a sigh of relief after the holders beat South Africa 2-0 to reach the African Nations Cup quarter-finals on Thursday.
The Eagles have landed (Jan 26, 2006 12:00 UK)
Stephen Charnas talks to Nigeria boss Austin Eguavoen after their winning start to Egypt 2006.
Feindouno - fighting spirit the key to Guinea win (Jan 26, 2006 12:00 UK)
Guinea matchwinner Pascal Feindouno said fighting spirit was the key to his team's dramatic 2-1 comeback win over Zambia at the African Nations Cup on Thursday.
Shaky Palmeiras take advantage in Libertadores (Jan 26, 2006 12:00 UK)
Brazilian club Palmeiras made hard work of beating Venezuela's Deportivo Tachira 2-0 on Wednesday in a preliminary round of the South American Libertadores Cup.
Eto'o is key for Cameroon cup quest, says Song (Jan 26, 2006 12:00 UK)
Record-breaking Cameroon captain Rigobert Song says striker Samuel Eto's will be the key to Cameroon winning the African Nations Cup.
Eto'o eyes Nations Cup goal-scoring record (Jan 25, 2006 12:00 UK)
Samuel Eto'o's scintillating goal-scoring form continued at the African Nations Cup finals on Wednesday with his fourth in two games, edging closer to the tournament's all-time record.
Angola to appeal Yamba Asha suspension (Jan 25, 2006 12:00 UK)
Angola are to appeal to FIFA for a reduction in the nine-month ban handed to defender Yamba Asha earlier this week.
Injured Abreu pulls out of Nations Cup (Jan 25, 2006 12:00 UK)
Injury has ruled Angola defender Marco Abreu out of the rest of the African Nations Cup finals.
Guadalajara close in on Libertadores place (Jan 25, 2006 12:00 UK)
Mexico's Guadalajara moved closer to a berth in South America's Libertadores Cup by beating Chilean club Colo Colo 3-1 away in the preliminary round.
Okocha looking to go out on a high with Nigeria (Jan 24, 2006 12:00 UK)
Jay-Jay Okocha wants to end his Nigeria career on a high by steering the team to the African Nations Cup title.
Paraguay line up Scandanavian friendlies (Jan 24, 2006 12:00 UK)
England's World Cup opponents Paraguay will play friendlies against Norway and Denmark prior to the finals in Germany.
DR Congo pay row a waste of energy, says LeRoy (Jan 24, 2006 12:00 UK)
Democratic Republic of Congo coach Claude LeRoy said on Tuesday the pay row that threatened the country's participation at the African Nations Cup finals had been a waste of energy.
Future is bright for beaten Ghana, says Dujkovic (Jan 24, 2006 12:00 UK)
Coach Ratomir Dujkovic believes Ghana will become the new dominant power in African football and that the continent has a bright future thanks to FIFA.
Adebayor likely to start against Cameroon (Jan 24, 2006 12:00 UK)
Togo striker Emmanuel Adebayor is likely to start his country's next African Nations Cup qualifier against Cameroon on Wednesday, coach Stephen Keshi said on Tuesday.
Sylla cautions Guinea against complacency (Jan 24, 2006 12:00 UK)
Guinea, surprise winners over South Africa, must beware of complacency when they meet Zambia in the African Nations Cup on Thursday, according to midfielder Mohamed Sylla.
Song to set new African Nations mark in Togo tie (Jan 24, 2006 12:00 UK)
Rigobert Song will set a new mark for the most matches played at the African Nations Cup finals when Cameroon meet Togo in Cairo on Wednesday.
Togo's troubles deepen and it's Cameroon up next (Jan 24, 2006 12:00 UK)
Togo, in disarray after a public spat between their coach and leading striker and defeat in their first game, need at least a draw against Cameroon on Wednesday for a chance to progress at the African
Nations Cup starts for Angola at the second attempt (Jan 24, 2006 12:00 UK)
Angola, comprehensively beaten in their opening Nations Cup outing by Cameroon, say the tournament kicks off for real for them when they face Democratic Republic of Congo on Wednesday.
South Korea striker Ahn joins Duisburg (Jan 24, 2006 12:00 UK)
Bundesliga club MSV Duisburg have completed the signing of South Korea striker Ahn Jung-hwan from French side Metz.
Morocco lose Ouaddou from Cup squad (Jan 23, 2006 12:00 UK)
Morocco defender Abdeslam Ouaddou has been ruled out of the African Nations Cup finals because of injury, the country's football federation said on Monday.
Missing the action (Jan 23, 2006 12:00 UK)
ESPN football pundit Derek Rae says those who turn their back on Africa are missing out.
Busan say An Yong-hak signing is no marketing ploy (Jan 23, 2006 12:00 UK)
South Korea's Busan I'Park say signing North Korea midfielder An Yong-hak is more than just a publicity ploy and believes the player will strengthen the K-League club.
Adu makes history in debut for United States (Jan 23, 2006 12:00 UK)
Freddy Adu became the youngest player to compete for the United States in soccer on Sunday when he made his international debut during a 0-0 draw with Canada in a friendly.
Togo coach says 'cry baby' Adebayor to stay (Jan 22, 2006 12:00 UK)
Togo coach Stephan Keshi called key striker Emmanuel Adebayor a 'cry baby' on Sunday for refusing to start Saturday's African Nations Cup match against the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Mido inspires Egypt to win in African Nations Cup opener (Jan 20, 2006 17:00 UK)
Egypt beat Libya 3-0 Friday night in the opener of the African Cup of Nations.
Angola out to prove they are no flash in the pan (Jan 20, 2006 12:00 UK)
Angolan coach Luis Oliveira Goncalves wants his players to prove they merit their place at the World Cup later this year by performing well at the African Nations Cup.
Ivory Coast face early test of Nations Cup ambitions (Jan 20, 2006 12:00 UK)
Ivory Coast face a tricky start to their 2006 African Nations Cup campaign on Saturday when they take on 2004 finalists Morocco in Cairo.
Mubiala set to miss battle with Togo's Adebayor (Jan 20, 2006 12:00 UK)
Democratic Republic of Congo defender Cyrille Mubiala is resigned to losing his battle to be fit to face Togo in their opening match at the African Nations Cup finals in Cairo on Saturday.
Time to makes amends, Diouf tells Senegal (Jan 20, 2006 12:00 UK)
Senegal forward El Hadji Diouf says his team are out to make amends for failing to qualify for the World Cup by winning the African Nations Cup for the first time.
Dindane leaves Nations Cup after death of daughter (Jan 20, 2006 12:00 UK)
Ivory Coast striker Aruna Dindane has left the African Nations Cup after the sudden death of one of his twin daughters and team officials are unsure if he will return.
Luxembergo suffers setback after Paulista dump Santos (Jan 20, 2006 12:00 UK)
Santos coach Vanderlei Luxemburgo suffered his first defeat since returning to the club following a stint in charge of Real Madrid, his side crashing 3-1 to Paulista in the Sao Paulo state championshi
Blanco recalled to Mexico squad for Norway friendly (Jan 20, 2006 12:00 UK)
Cuauhtemoc Blanco has been recalled by Mexico after a 10-month absence for their World Cup warm-up friendly against Norway in San Francisco, California next Wednesday.
Asprilla returns home to turn his hand to politics (Jan 20, 2006 12:00 UK)
Former Newcastle striker Faustino Asprilla is hoping to make his name in politics in his homeland, Colombia.
World Cup abstentees have platform to shine - Okocha (Jan 20, 2006 12:00 UK)
Jay-Jay Okocha believes players who will miss out at the World Cup have an incentive to impress at the African Nations Cup in Egypt.
Okocha hoping for final hurrah at Nations Cup (Jan 19, 2006 12:00 UK)
Jay-Jay Okocha is determined to leave the big stage and go into retirement in style.
LuaLua determined to make up for 2004 (Jan 19, 2006 12:00 UK)
Congo striker Lomana LuaLua is determined to make up for a disappointing performance at the last African Nations Cup by helping his country through a tough opening round group at the tournament in Egy
Angola's Gilberto ruled out of Nations Cup (Jan 19, 2006 12:00 UK)
Angola midfielder Gilberto has joined the growing list of casualties at the African Nations Cup after being ruled out of the tournament with an Achilles injury.
Egypt coach guards against pressure of opener (Jan 19, 2006 12:00 UK)
Hosts Egypt will look to set aside a heavy burden of expectation when they meet neighbours Libya in the opening game of this year's African Nations Cup on Friday.
Edmundo penalty gives Palmeiras victory (Jan 19, 2006 12:00 UK)
Controversial striker Edmundo slotted home a penalty to give Palmeiras a 1-0 win over Sao Bento on Wednesday, a victory that moved them to the top of the Sao Paulo state championship standings on Wedn
African player of the year ceremony moved (Jan 18, 2006 12:00 UK)
The African Footballer of the Year will now be announced on Feb. 16 at a ceremony in Abuja, Nigeria, the Confederation of African Football announced in Cairo on Wednesday.
Blatter and Hayatou slam European clubs (Jan 18, 2006 12:00 UK)
CAIRO, Jan 18 (Reuters) - Europe needs to do more to stamp out racism in its football and to free up Africa's players to play for their countries, African soccer chief Issa Hayatou said on Wednesday
Weather blamed for January African Nations kick-off (Jan 18, 2006 12:00 UK)
CAF president Issa Hayatou says rainy weather in Africa through June and July is why the African Nations Cup cannot be moved from its controversial date in January.
Dick in for Zimbabwe, but Mpofu is forced to pull out (Jan 18, 2006 12:00 UK)
Zimbabwe have called up defender Herbert Dick to replace the injured Dumisani Mpofu in their 23-man squad for the African Nations Cup finals, team officials said on Wednesday.
Busan I'Park look to land North Korean midfielder (Jan 18, 2006 12:00 UK)
South Korea's Busan I'Park hope to sign North Korean midfielder Ahn Young-hak within the next few days, a club spokesman said on Wednesday.
India join bidding for 2011 Asian Cup (Jan 18, 2006 12:00 UK)
India has confirmed it will challenge Iran for the right to stage the 2011 Asian Cup, aiming to become the first country from the sub-continent to host the tournament.
The pride of Africa (Jan 17, 2006 12:00 UK)
Steve Wilson previews the 25th African Cup of Nations hosted by Egypt this month.
African Cup of Nations 2006: Group D (Jan 17, 2006 12:00 UK)
Steve Wilson profiles a group containing Nigeria, Senegal, Zimbabwe and Ghana.
African Cup of Nations 2006: Group C (Jan 17, 2006 12:00 UK)
Steve Wilson profiles a group containing Tunisia, Zambia, South Africa and Guinea.
African Cup of Nations 2006: Group B (Jan 17, 2006 12:00 UK)
Steve Wilson profiles a group containing Cameroon, Togo, Angola and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
African Cup of Nations 2006: Group A (Jan 17, 2006 12:00 UK)
Steve Wilson profiles a group containing Egypt, Ivory Coast, Morocco and Libya.
African football shows healthy bank balance (Jan 17, 2006 12:00 UK)
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is set to announce a healthy balance sheet to its membership, with cash assets of over $24million and an annual income of just under half of that.
AFC reject Palestine request to play in Gaza (Jan 17, 2006 12:00 UK)
Palestine's request to play their home 2007 Asian Cup qualifiers in Gaza was rejected by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) on Tuesday.
Yahia gets Tunisia call up after injury to Saidi (Jan 17, 2006 12:00 UK)
Tunisia have called up St Etienne defender Alaeddine Yahia to replace the injured Karim Saidi in their squad for the African Nations Cup finals in Egypt, the Tunisian Football Federation said on Tuesd
Cameroon turn to Milla to lift team spirit (Jan 16, 2006 12:00 UK)
Cameroon President Paul Biya has called on former international Roger Milla to boost team morale for the African Nations Cup.
Guadalajara, UANL join Copa line-up (Jan 16, 2006 12:00 UK)
Guadalajara and UANL have completed the line-up for this year's South American Libertadores Cup after finishing top in an eight-team tournament involving Mexican sides in the United States.
Egypt call Sabri in place of crocked Hosni (Jan 16, 2006 12:00 UK)
Egypt have drafted midfielder Samir Sabri into their squad for the African Nations Cup starting on Friday after Osama Hosni was ruled out with injury, the Confederation of African Football said on Mon
Santos get first win after Lux's return (Jan 16, 2006 12:00 UK)
Santos beat Mogi Mirim 2-0 in the Paulista championship on Sunday, giving coach Vanderlei Luxemburgo his first win since returning to the club in December.
Venables throws hat in to ring for South Africa job (Jan 15, 2006 12:00 UK)
Former England boss Terry Venables has applied to become South Africa's new head coach.
Passarella gets off to a losing start with River Plate (Jan 15, 2006 12:00 UK)
River Plate lost 3-2 to arch-rivals Boca Juniors in a pre-season tournament in their first match under new coach Daniel Passarella.
McCarthy insists South Africa should look to 2010 (Jan 15, 2006 12:00 UK)
South Africa's key striker Benni McCarthy says his country are hoping to build on strong performances at the African Nations Cup finals to develop a competitive team for when they host the World Cup i
Cameroon release Webo to play against Valencia (Jan 13, 2006 12:00 UK)
Cameroon will allow Osasuna striker Pierre Webo to leave their African Nations Cup training camp to play in Saturday's league match against Valencia.
Ghana leave Essien out of Nations Cup squad (Jan 13, 2006 12:00 UK)
Ghana ended any doubts over whether Chelsea's Michael Essien would play at the African Nations Cup by leaving the injured midfielder out of their squad on Friday.
Santos held to draw on Luxemburgo's return (Jan 13, 2006 12:00 UK)
Former Real Madrid coach Wanderlei Luxemburgo made an unremarkable return to Brazilian football on Thursday as Santos were held 1-1 at Sao Bento in the Sao Paulo state championship.
Nigeria's galaxy of stars have much to prove (Jan 13, 2006 12:00 UK)
Nigerian football continues to deliver a galaxy of playing talent to the African footballing scene but the collective unit has much to prove at the African Nations Cup finals.
Dumitru takes temporary job for South Africa (Jan 13, 2006 12:00 UK)
Romanian coach Ted Dumitru has been given the task of leading South Africa to the African Nations Cup finals as a temporary job after retirement.
Dos Santos brings Brazilian flair to Tunisia (Jan 13, 2006 12:00 UK)
Brazilian-born striker Francileudo dos Santos was fast-tracked into Tunisian citizenship on the eve of the 2004 African Nations Cup and his goals proved decisive as the hosts won the trophy for the fi
Wanchope's career comes full circle at Herediano (Jan 12, 2006 12:00 UK)
Costa Rican club Herediano have signed former Manchester City, Derby and West Ham striker Paulo Wanchope for the upcoming Clausura tournament.
Czech Republic and Saudi Arabia schedule friendly (Jan 12, 2006 12:00 UK)
Czech Republic has added a match against Saudi Arabia to the list of planned friendlies ahead of this year's World Cup finals in Germany, the Czech Soccer Union said on Thursday.
Incheon United baulk at price for North Korea star (Jan 12, 2006 12:00 UK)
A rare chance for a North Korean footballer to play in South Korea's professional K-League has disappeared because the player's Japanese club have demanded too much for his transfer.
LuaLua to lead DR Congo squad at Nations Cup (Jan 12, 2006 12:00 UK)
Lomana LuaLua will lead the Democratic Republic of Congo's 23-man squad at the African Nations Cup finals, coach Claude LeRoy announced on Wednesday.
Infamous Obi Mikel in Nigeria squad (Jan 11, 2006 12:00 UK)
Nigeria have included teenage talents John Obi Mikel and Sani Kaita in their squad for the African Nations Cup finals in Egypt, the Nigerian Football Association has announced.
Drogba heads up Ivory Coast Nations squad (Jan 11, 2006 12:00 UK)
Chelsea striker Didier Drogba, a candidate for the African Footballer of the Year award, heads the 23-man Ivory Coast squad for African Nations Cup finals named in Abidjan on Tuesday.
Passarella back at River Plate helm (Jan 11, 2006 12:00 UK)
Former Argentina captain and manager Daniel Passarella was named as the new coach of River Plate on Tuesday, returning for a second stint at the club where he built his career.
Naybet to lead Moroccan squad at Nations Cup (Jan 10, 2006 12:00 UK)
Captain Noureddine Naybet leads a list of several veteran players recalled to Morocco's squad for the African Nations Cup finals in Egypt later this month.
Two new caps in Angola's squad for Nations Cup (Jan 10, 2006 12:00 UK)
Angola have named two uncapped players in their squad for the African Nations Cup finals in Egypt, handing first call-ups to Andre Titi Buengo and Marco Abreu, the Angolan Football Federation announce
Wome left out by Cameroon after penalty calamity (Jan 10, 2006 12:00 UK)
Cameroon have named the inexperienced Pierre Boya and Stephane Bikey and left out Pierre Wome in their 23-man squad for the African Nations Cup finals.
Hassan set for record-equalling Nations Cup (Jan 10, 2006 12:00 UK)
Veteran striker Hossam Hassan has been included in Egypt's squad for the African Nations Cup finals 20 years after he first played at the tournament.
Kanu in danger of missing African Nations Cup (Jan 10, 2006 12:00 UK)
West Brom striker Kanu is in danger of missing the start of Nigeria's African Nations' Cup campaign.
Brazilian season opens after five-week break (Jan 10, 2006 12:00 UK)
Brazil's marathon season kicks off on Wednesday after a break which lasted just over five weeks and with the country's sweltering summer only just beginning.
Player revolt forces out River coach (Jan 9, 2006 12:00 UK)
River Plate coach Reinaldo Merlo resigned on Monday and said he was being forced out by pressure from the players, led by former Argentina forward Marcelo Gallardo.
After 2007 Johansson plans to be gone fishing (Jan 9, 2006 12:00 UK)
Lennart Johansson, president of European soccer's governing body UEFA, has said he will not be standing for another term in 2007 because at 76 he is ready for a more sedate way to spend his days.
Hungarian first division player dead in Cyprus (Jan 7, 2006 12:00 UK)
Former Hungary midfielder Gabor Zavadszky died suddenly on Friday and was discovered by his Apollon Limassol team mates, police said on Saturday.
Argentine defender Garce fails dope test (Jan 7, 2006 12:00 UK)
Olimpo defender Ariel Garce has failed a doping test, the Argentine Football Association said on Friday. The AFA said Garce tested positive for an undisclosed substance from a test in December.
Mexico hit by another naturalisation row (Jan 6, 2006 12:00 UK)
Mexico's national team has been hit by another row over naturalised players after coach Ricardo La Volpe said he was interested in the services of Argentine-born midfielder Walter Gaitan.
Essien to miss first half of African Cup of Nations (Jan 6, 2006 12:00 UK)
Ghana midfielder Michael Essien will not recover from an ankle injury until the end of the month, ruling him out of the first half of the African Cup of Nations, Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho said on
Australia postpone Asian Cup qualifier (Jan 6, 2006 12:00 UK)
Australia have postponed their Asian Cup qualifier against Lebanon in March to play a friendly against a tougher opponent which will help their World Cup preparations.
Bwalya names Zambia Nations Cup squad (Jan 5, 2006 12:00 UK)
Zambia coach Kalusha Bwalya named his 23-man squad for the African Nations Cup on Thursday, choosing all but six players from clubs outside the country.
Deposed Mokoena misses Nations Cup (Jan 5, 2006 12:00 UK)
Blackburn Rovers defender Aaron Mokoena pulled out on Thursday of South Africa's squad for the African Nations Cup finals after being voted out as captain.
CAF to decide on a new date for award ceremony (Jan 5, 2006 12:00 UK)
The Confederation of African Football will decide later this month on a new date to announce the African Footballer of the Year award after abruptly postponing next Monday's scheduled ceremony in Abuj
Cape Verde island coach Alhinho resigns (Jan 5, 2006 12:00 UK)
Cape Verde coach Alexandre Alhinho has resigned, the country's news agency Infopress reported on Thursday.
Romario signs for Vasco for another year (Jan 4, 2006 12:00 UK)
Former Brazil forward Romario, who will be 40 this month, has agreed to stay at Vasco da Gama for another year, the club said on Wednesday.
Zimbabwe name African Nations Cup squad (Jan 4, 2006 12:00 UK)
Zimbabwe have named former English-based striker Peter Ndlovu to lead them at the African Nations Cup finals in Egypt.
Barca's Eto'o to delay hook up with Cameroon (Jan 4, 2006 12:00 UK)
Barcelona say that leading striker Samuel Eto'o will not hook up with the Cameroon squad for the African Nations Cup until after his side play Athletic Bilbao in the league on January 15.
Nigeria extends deadline for Nations Cup players (Jan 4, 2006 12:00 UK)
Nigeria have set a new deadline of Monday for overseas-based players to report to their African Nations Cup training camp in Portugal or be ruled out of the tournament.
Australia play down threat of crowd violence (Jan 4, 2006 12:00 UK)
Australian football officials insist they have few concerns over crowd violence, despite being drawn today to face Lebanon in the preliminary rounds of the 2007 Asian Cup.
Japan and Saudis to clash in Asia Cup qualifiers (Jan 4, 2006 12:00 UK)
Champions Japan will face fellow World Cup finalists Saudi Arabia in the 2007 Asian Cup qualifying competition following Wednesday's draw.
Top officials resign from Moroccan federation (Jan 3, 2006 12:00 UK)
Two top officials from Morocco's soccer federation resigned on Tuesday after they were heavily criticised by the media for firing coach Philippe Troussier two months following the Frenchman's appointm
Injury rules Essien out of African Nations Cup (Jan 3, 2006 12:00 UK)
Jose Mourinho believes Michael Essien will miss the African Nations Cup and stay with Chelsea for treatment on his ankle injury.
Ramalho named new coach of Sao Paulo (Jan 2, 2006 12:00 UK)
Muricy Ramalho is to take over as coach of Sao Paulo in place of Paulo Autuori, who left the world club champions last week.
Chile striker Pinilla signs loan deal with Racing (Jan 2, 2006 12:00 UK)
Chile striker Mauricio Pinilla was unveiled by Racing Santander on Monday after signing a loan deal with the Primera Liga side until the end of the season.
Ivorians name 27 players for Emirates training camp (Jan 2, 2006 12:00 UK)
The Ivory Coast have named 27 players for a training camp in the United Arab Emirates later this week to prepare for the African Nations Cup.
Togo to train for Nations Cup in Tunisia (Jan 2, 2006 12:00 UK)
World Cup finalists Togo will begin preparations for the upcoming African Nations Cup finals at a training camp in Tunisia from Tuesday, the Togolese Football Federation said on Monday.
Two uncapped players in Tunisia squad (Jan 2, 2006 12:00 UK)
Tunisia coach Roger Lemerre has named two uncapped players in his squad for the defence of the African Nations Cup in Egypt later this month.
Youla dropped from Guinea's squad (Jan 1, 2006 12:00 UK)
Guinea have dropped Bekistas striker Souleymane Youla from their squad for the African Nations Cup finals.
Pele: Stop the 'baby-talk', I'm more Thomas Edison (Jan 1, 2006 12:00 UK)
Pele was so angry with a school classmate who dreamed up his nickname that he punched him.'I didn't want the name. Edson sounds like Thomas Edison, the man who invented the light bulb.'
Reds beat S-Pulse to win Emperor's Cup (Jan 1, 2006 12:00 UK)
Urawa Reds beat 10-man Shimizu S-Pulse 2-1 on Sunday to win the Japanese Emperor's Cup for the first time in 25 years.
Zimbabwe and Zambia draw in friendly match (Jan 1, 2006 12:00 UK)
Zimbabwe and neighbours Zambia drew 1-1 in the last international of 2005 played in Harare on Saturday.
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No regrets for Lemerre after Tunisia humbled (Jan 31, 2006 12:00 UK)
Tunisia coach Roger Lemerre says he has no regrets over fielding a weakened side that lost 3-0 to Guinea in their final group match at the African Nations Cup on Monday.
'Zambia are making good progress' - Bwalya (Jan 31, 2006 12:00 UK)
Zambia coach Kalusha Bwalya hopes that his country's victory in their final match at the African Nations Cup finals will allow him to continue his development plans for the team.
Matthaeus promises contrasting blend in Brazil (Jan 31, 2006 12:00 UK)
Former Germany captain Lothar Matthaeus promised a blend of Teutonic discipline and Brazilian flair after taking over as Atletico Paranaense coach on Monday.
Lopez brace maintains Toluca's perfect start (Jan 30, 2006 12:00 UK)
Striker Americo Lopez scored twice to help Mexican champions Toluca beat San Luis 3-1 on Sunday and maintain their 100 percent start in the Clausura championship.
DR Congo players say 'no pay: no play' (Jan 30, 2006 12:00 UK)
Democratic Republic of Congo will not play their African Nations Cup quarter-final against Egypt if bonuses are not paid in time, coach Claude Leroy said on Monday.
South African President unimpressed by Bafana Bafana (Jan 30, 2006 12:00 UK)
South Africa's dismal showing at the African Nations Cup in Egypt has earned a stinging rebuke from President Thabo Mbeki.
Angola geared up for World Cup despite Egpyt exit (Jan 30, 2006 12:00 UK)
Angola blamed inexperience for their early exit from the African Nations Cup finals but coach Luis Oliveira Goncalves said the competition would stand his side in good stead for their first trip to
Fearful Toure plays on for Ivory Coast (Jan 30, 2006 12:00 UK)
Ivory Coast defender Kolo Toure says he is haunted by fears for his family's safety while he plays for the strife-torn country at the African Nations Cup.
Boca Juniors suffer surprise opening defeat (Jan 30, 2006 12:00 UK)
Argentine champions Boca Juniors suffered a surprise 2-1 defeat by Gimnasia-Jujuy on Sunday as the Clausura title race got under way.
FIFA chief warns of Nations Cup saftey fears (Jan 30, 2006 12:00 UK)
Organisers of the African Nations Cup have moved to quell fears warning of a potential disaster if stadium safety at the tournament is not improved.
United call for action to clear up Mikel dispute (Jan 30, 2006 12:00 UK)
Manchester United have called on FIFA to ban Chelsea from transfer dealings and exclude them from competitions if it is proved they helped hijack the John Obi Mikel transfer, it has emerged.
Tunisia promise not to ease up against Guinea (Jan 29, 2006 12:00 UK)
Holders Tunisia, already through to the African Nations Cup quarter-finals, say there will be no repeat of their lame 1-1 draw with Guinea two years ago when the teams meet again on Monday.
Kingston and Beye get record bans for fighting (Jan 29, 2006 12:00 UK)
Ghana midfielder Laryea Kingston and Senegal defender Habib Beye will play no further part in the African Nations Cup final after being banned for four matches for fighting.
Egypt star Mido hoping for quick recovery (Jan 28, 2006 12:00 UK)
Egypt striker Mido hopes to make a quick recovery from the injury that forced him off the pitch early in Saturday's African Nations Cup win over Ivory Coast.
River Plate crush Oriente to close on Cup place (Jan 27, 2006 12:00 UK)
River Plate crushed Bolivia's Oriente Petrolero 6-0 in the first match of a two-legged preliminary round match on Thursday to virtually book their place in South America's Libertadores Cup.
Fears over for Lemerre after hosts Tunisia qualify (Jan 26, 2006 12:00 UK)
Tunisia coach Roger Lemerre breathed a sigh of relief after the holders beat South Africa 2-0 to reach the African Nations Cup quarter-finals on Thursday.
The Eagles have landed (Jan 26, 2006 12:00 UK)
Stephen Charnas talks to Nigeria boss Austin Eguavoen after their winning start to Egypt 2006.
Feindouno - fighting spirit the key to Guinea win (Jan 26, 2006 12:00 UK)
Guinea matchwinner Pascal Feindouno said fighting spirit was the key to his team's dramatic 2-1 comeback win over Zambia at the African Nations Cup on Thursday.
Shaky Palmeiras take advantage in Libertadores (Jan 26, 2006 12:00 UK)
Brazilian club Palmeiras made hard work of beating Venezuela's Deportivo Tachira 2-0 on Wednesday in a preliminary round of the South American Libertadores Cup.
Eto'o is key for Cameroon cup quest, says Song (Jan 26, 2006 12:00 UK)
Record-breaking Cameroon captain Rigobert Song says striker Samuel Eto's will be the key to Cameroon winning the African Nations Cup.
Eto'o eyes Nations Cup goal-scoring record (Jan 25, 2006 12:00 UK)
Samuel Eto'o's scintillating goal-scoring form continued at the African Nations Cup finals on Wednesday with his fourth in two games, edging closer to the tournament's all-time record.
Angola to appeal Yamba Asha suspension (Jan 25, 2006 12:00 UK)
Angola are to appeal to FIFA for a reduction in the nine-month ban handed to defender Yamba Asha earlier this week.
Injured Abreu pulls out of Nations Cup (Jan 25, 2006 12:00 UK)
Injury has ruled Angola defender Marco Abreu out of the rest of the African Nations Cup finals.
Guadalajara close in on Libertadores place (Jan 25, 2006 12:00 UK)
Mexico's Guadalajara moved closer to a berth in South America's Libertadores Cup by beating Chilean club Colo Colo 3-1 away in the preliminary round.
Okocha looking to go out on a high with Nigeria (Jan 24, 2006 12:00 UK)
Jay-Jay Okocha wants to end his Nigeria career on a high by steering the team to the African Nations Cup title.
Paraguay line up Scandanavian friendlies (Jan 24, 2006 12:00 UK)
England's World Cup opponents Paraguay will play friendlies against Norway and Denmark prior to the finals in Germany.
DR Congo pay row a waste of energy, says LeRoy (Jan 24, 2006 12:00 UK)
Democratic Republic of Congo coach Claude LeRoy said on Tuesday the pay row that threatened the country's participation at the African Nations Cup finals had been a waste of energy.
Future is bright for beaten Ghana, says Dujkovic (Jan 24, 2006 12:00 UK)
Coach Ratomir Dujkovic believes Ghana will become the new dominant power in African football and that the continent has a bright future thanks to FIFA.
Adebayor likely to start against Cameroon (Jan 24, 2006 12:00 UK)
Togo striker Emmanuel Adebayor is likely to start his country's next African Nations Cup qualifier against Cameroon on Wednesday, coach Stephen Keshi said on Tuesday.
Sylla cautions Guinea against complacency (Jan 24, 2006 12:00 UK)
Guinea, surprise winners over South Africa, must beware of complacency when they meet Zambia in the African Nations Cup on Thursday, according to midfielder Mohamed Sylla.
Song to set new African Nations mark in Togo tie (Jan 24, 2006 12:00 UK)
Rigobert Song will set a new mark for the most matches played at the African Nations Cup finals when Cameroon meet Togo in Cairo on Wednesday.
Togo's troubles deepen and it's Cameroon up next (Jan 24, 2006 12:00 UK)
Togo, in disarray after a public spat between their coach and leading striker and defeat in their first game, need at least a draw against Cameroon on Wednesday for a chance to progress at the African
Nations Cup starts for Angola at the second attempt (Jan 24, 2006 12:00 UK)
Angola, comprehensively beaten in their opening Nations Cup outing by Cameroon, say the tournament kicks off for real for them when they face Democratic Republic of Congo on Wednesday.
South Korea striker Ahn joins Duisburg (Jan 24, 2006 12:00 UK)
Bundesliga club MSV Duisburg have completed the signing of South Korea striker Ahn Jung-hwan from French side Metz.
Morocco lose Ouaddou from Cup squad (Jan 23, 2006 12:00 UK)
Morocco defender Abdeslam Ouaddou has been ruled out of the African Nations Cup finals because of injury, the country's football federation said on Monday.
Missing the action (Jan 23, 2006 12:00 UK)
ESPN football pundit Derek Rae says those who turn their back on Africa are missing out.
Busan say An Yong-hak signing is no marketing ploy (Jan 23, 2006 12:00 UK)
South Korea's Busan I'Park say signing North Korea midfielder An Yong-hak is more than just a publicity ploy and believes the player will strengthen the K-League club.
Adu makes history in debut for United States (Jan 23, 2006 12:00 UK)
Freddy Adu became the youngest player to compete for the United States in soccer on Sunday when he made his international debut during a 0-0 draw with Canada in a friendly.
Togo coach says 'cry baby' Adebayor to stay (Jan 22, 2006 12:00 UK)
Togo coach Stephan Keshi called key striker Emmanuel Adebayor a 'cry baby' on Sunday for refusing to start Saturday's African Nations Cup match against the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Mido inspires Egypt to win in African Nations Cup opener (Jan 20, 2006 17:00 UK)
Egypt beat Libya 3-0 Friday night in the opener of the African Cup of Nations.
Angola out to prove they are no flash in the pan (Jan 20, 2006 12:00 UK)
Angolan coach Luis Oliveira Goncalves wants his players to prove they merit their place at the World Cup later this year by performing well at the African Nations Cup.
Ivory Coast face early test of Nations Cup ambitions (Jan 20, 2006 12:00 UK)
Ivory Coast face a tricky start to their 2006 African Nations Cup campaign on Saturday when they take on 2004 finalists Morocco in Cairo.
Mubiala set to miss battle with Togo's Adebayor (Jan 20, 2006 12:00 UK)
Democratic Republic of Congo defender Cyrille Mubiala is resigned to losing his battle to be fit to face Togo in their opening match at the African Nations Cup finals in Cairo on Saturday.
Time to makes amends, Diouf tells Senegal (Jan 20, 2006 12:00 UK)
Senegal forward El Hadji Diouf says his team are out to make amends for failing to qualify for the World Cup by winning the African Nations Cup for the first time.
Dindane leaves Nations Cup after death of daughter (Jan 20, 2006 12:00 UK)
Ivory Coast striker Aruna Dindane has left the African Nations Cup after the sudden death of one of his twin daughters and team officials are unsure if he will return.
Luxembergo suffers setback after Paulista dump Santos (Jan 20, 2006 12:00 UK)
Santos coach Vanderlei Luxemburgo suffered his first defeat since returning to the club following a stint in charge of Real Madrid, his side crashing 3-1 to Paulista in the Sao Paulo state championshi
Blanco recalled to Mexico squad for Norway friendly (Jan 20, 2006 12:00 UK)
Cuauhtemoc Blanco has been recalled by Mexico after a 10-month absence for their World Cup warm-up friendly against Norway in San Francisco, California next Wednesday.
Asprilla returns home to turn his hand to politics (Jan 20, 2006 12:00 UK)
Former Newcastle striker Faustino Asprilla is hoping to make his name in politics in his homeland, Colombia.
World Cup abstentees have platform to shine - Okocha (Jan 20, 2006 12:00 UK)
Jay-Jay Okocha believes players who will miss out at the World Cup have an incentive to impress at the African Nations Cup in Egypt.
Okocha hoping for final hurrah at Nations Cup (Jan 19, 2006 12:00 UK)
Jay-Jay Okocha is determined to leave the big stage and go into retirement in style.
LuaLua determined to make up for 2004 (Jan 19, 2006 12:00 UK)
Congo striker Lomana LuaLua is determined to make up for a disappointing performance at the last African Nations Cup by helping his country through a tough opening round group at the tournament in Egy
Angola's Gilberto ruled out of Nations Cup (Jan 19, 2006 12:00 UK)
Angola midfielder Gilberto has joined the growing list of casualties at the African Nations Cup after being ruled out of the tournament with an Achilles injury.
Egypt coach guards against pressure of opener (Jan 19, 2006 12:00 UK)
Hosts Egypt will look to set aside a heavy burden of expectation when they meet neighbours Libya in the opening game of this year's African Nations Cup on Friday.
Edmundo penalty gives Palmeiras victory (Jan 19, 2006 12:00 UK)
Controversial striker Edmundo slotted home a penalty to give Palmeiras a 1-0 win over Sao Bento on Wednesday, a victory that moved them to the top of the Sao Paulo state championship standings on Wedn
African player of the year ceremony moved (Jan 18, 2006 12:00 UK)
The African Footballer of the Year will now be announced on Feb. 16 at a ceremony in Abuja, Nigeria, the Confederation of African Football announced in Cairo on Wednesday.
Blatter and Hayatou slam European clubs (Jan 18, 2006 12:00 UK)
CAIRO, Jan 18 (Reuters) - Europe needs to do more to stamp out racism in its football and to free up Africa's players to play for their countries, African soccer chief Issa Hayatou said on Wednesday
Weather blamed for January African Nations kick-off (Jan 18, 2006 12:00 UK)
CAF president Issa Hayatou says rainy weather in Africa through June and July is why the African Nations Cup cannot be moved from its controversial date in January.
Dick in for Zimbabwe, but Mpofu is forced to pull out (Jan 18, 2006 12:00 UK)
Zimbabwe have called up defender Herbert Dick to replace the injured Dumisani Mpofu in their 23-man squad for the African Nations Cup finals, team officials said on Wednesday.
Busan I'Park look to land North Korean midfielder (Jan 18, 2006 12:00 UK)
South Korea's Busan I'Park hope to sign North Korean midfielder Ahn Young-hak within the next few days, a club spokesman said on Wednesday.
India join bidding for 2011 Asian Cup (Jan 18, 2006 12:00 UK)
India has confirmed it will challenge Iran for the right to stage the 2011 Asian Cup, aiming to become the first country from the sub-continent to host the tournament.
The pride of Africa (Jan 17, 2006 12:00 UK)
Steve Wilson previews the 25th African Cup of Nations hosted by Egypt this month.
African Cup of Nations 2006: Group D (Jan 17, 2006 12:00 UK)
Steve Wilson profiles a group containing Nigeria, Senegal, Zimbabwe and Ghana.
African Cup of Nations 2006: Group C (Jan 17, 2006 12:00 UK)
Steve Wilson profiles a group containing Tunisia, Zambia, South Africa and Guinea.
African Cup of Nations 2006: Group B (Jan 17, 2006 12:00 UK)
Steve Wilson profiles a group containing Cameroon, Togo, Angola and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
African Cup of Nations 2006: Group A (Jan 17, 2006 12:00 UK)
Steve Wilson profiles a group containing Egypt, Ivory Coast, Morocco and Libya.
African football shows healthy bank balance (Jan 17, 2006 12:00 UK)
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is set to announce a healthy balance sheet to its membership, with cash assets of over $24million and an annual income of just under half of that.
AFC reject Palestine request to play in Gaza (Jan 17, 2006 12:00 UK)
Palestine's request to play their home 2007 Asian Cup qualifiers in Gaza was rejected by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) on Tuesday.
Yahia gets Tunisia call up after injury to Saidi (Jan 17, 2006 12:00 UK)
Tunisia have called up St Etienne defender Alaeddine Yahia to replace the injured Karim Saidi in their squad for the African Nations Cup finals in Egypt, the Tunisian Football Federation said on Tuesd
Cameroon turn to Milla to lift team spirit (Jan 16, 2006 12:00 UK)
Cameroon President Paul Biya has called on former international Roger Milla to boost team morale for the African Nations Cup.
Guadalajara, UANL join Copa line-up (Jan 16, 2006 12:00 UK)
Guadalajara and UANL have completed the line-up for this year's South American Libertadores Cup after finishing top in an eight-team tournament involving Mexican sides in the United States.
Egypt call Sabri in place of crocked Hosni (Jan 16, 2006 12:00 UK)
Egypt have drafted midfielder Samir Sabri into their squad for the African Nations Cup starting on Friday after Osama Hosni was ruled out with injury, the Confederation of African Football said on Mon
Santos get first win after Lux's return (Jan 16, 2006 12:00 UK)
Santos beat Mogi Mirim 2-0 in the Paulista championship on Sunday, giving coach Vanderlei Luxemburgo his first win since returning to the club in December.
Venables throws hat in to ring for South Africa job (Jan 15, 2006 12:00 UK)
Former England boss Terry Venables has applied to become South Africa's new head coach.
Passarella gets off to a losing start with River Plate (Jan 15, 2006 12:00 UK)
River Plate lost 3-2 to arch-rivals Boca Juniors in a pre-season tournament in their first match under new coach Daniel Passarella.
McCarthy insists South Africa should look to 2010 (Jan 15, 2006 12:00 UK)
South Africa's key striker Benni McCarthy says his country are hoping to build on strong performances at the African Nations Cup finals to develop a competitive team for when they host the World Cup i
Cameroon release Webo to play against Valencia (Jan 13, 2006 12:00 UK)
Cameroon will allow Osasuna striker Pierre Webo to leave their African Nations Cup training camp to play in Saturday's league match against Valencia.
Ghana leave Essien out of Nations Cup squad (Jan 13, 2006 12:00 UK)
Ghana ended any doubts over whether Chelsea's Michael Essien would play at the African Nations Cup by leaving the injured midfielder out of their squad on Friday.
Santos held to draw on Luxemburgo's return (Jan 13, 2006 12:00 UK)
Former Real Madrid coach Wanderlei Luxemburgo made an unremarkable return to Brazilian football on Thursday as Santos were held 1-1 at Sao Bento in the Sao Paulo state championship.
Nigeria's galaxy of stars have much to prove (Jan 13, 2006 12:00 UK)
Nigerian football continues to deliver a galaxy of playing talent to the African footballing scene but the collective unit has much to prove at the African Nations Cup finals.
Dumitru takes temporary job for South Africa (Jan 13, 2006 12:00 UK)
Romanian coach Ted Dumitru has been given the task of leading South Africa to the African Nations Cup finals as a temporary job after retirement.
Dos Santos brings Brazilian flair to Tunisia (Jan 13, 2006 12:00 UK)
Brazilian-born striker Francileudo dos Santos was fast-tracked into Tunisian citizenship on the eve of the 2004 African Nations Cup and his goals proved decisive as the hosts won the trophy for the fi
Wanchope's career comes full circle at Herediano (Jan 12, 2006 12:00 UK)
Costa Rican club Herediano have signed former Manchester City, Derby and West Ham striker Paulo Wanchope for the upcoming Clausura tournament.
Czech Republic and Saudi Arabia schedule friendly (Jan 12, 2006 12:00 UK)
Czech Republic has added a match against Saudi Arabia to the list of planned friendlies ahead of this year's World Cup finals in Germany, the Czech Soccer Union said on Thursday.
Incheon United baulk at price for North Korea star (Jan 12, 2006 12:00 UK)
A rare chance for a North Korean footballer to play in South Korea's professional K-League has disappeared because the player's Japanese club have demanded too much for his transfer.
LuaLua to lead DR Congo squad at Nations Cup (Jan 12, 2006 12:00 UK)
Lomana LuaLua will lead the Democratic Republic of Congo's 23-man squad at the African Nations Cup finals, coach Claude LeRoy announced on Wednesday.
Infamous Obi Mikel in Nigeria squad (Jan 11, 2006 12:00 UK)
Nigeria have included teenage talents John Obi Mikel and Sani Kaita in their squad for the African Nations Cup finals in Egypt, the Nigerian Football Association has announced.
Drogba heads up Ivory Coast Nations squad (Jan 11, 2006 12:00 UK)
Chelsea striker Didier Drogba, a candidate for the African Footballer of the Year award, heads the 23-man Ivory Coast squad for African Nations Cup finals named in Abidjan on Tuesday.
Passarella back at River Plate helm (Jan 11, 2006 12:00 UK)
Former Argentina captain and manager Daniel Passarella was named as the new coach of River Plate on Tuesday, returning for a second stint at the club where he built his career.
Naybet to lead Moroccan squad at Nations Cup (Jan 10, 2006 12:00 UK)
Captain Noureddine Naybet leads a list of several veteran players recalled to Morocco's squad for the African Nations Cup finals in Egypt later this month.
Two new caps in Angola's squad for Nations Cup (Jan 10, 2006 12:00 UK)
Angola have named two uncapped players in their squad for the African Nations Cup finals in Egypt, handing first call-ups to Andre Titi Buengo and Marco Abreu, the Angolan Football Federation announce
Wome left out by Cameroon after penalty calamity (Jan 10, 2006 12:00 UK)
Cameroon have named the inexperienced Pierre Boya and Stephane Bikey and left out Pierre Wome in their 23-man squad for the African Nations Cup finals.
Hassan set for record-equalling Nations Cup (Jan 10, 2006 12:00 UK)
Veteran striker Hossam Hassan has been included in Egypt's squad for the African Nations Cup finals 20 years after he first played at the tournament.
Kanu in danger of missing African Nations Cup (Jan 10, 2006 12:00 UK)
West Brom striker Kanu is in danger of missing the start of Nigeria's African Nations' Cup campaign.
Brazilian season opens after five-week break (Jan 10, 2006 12:00 UK)
Brazil's marathon season kicks off on Wednesday after a break which lasted just over five weeks and with the country's sweltering summer only just beginning.
Player revolt forces out River coach (Jan 9, 2006 12:00 UK)
River Plate coach Reinaldo Merlo resigned on Monday and said he was being forced out by pressure from the players, led by former Argentina forward Marcelo Gallardo.
After 2007 Johansson plans to be gone fishing (Jan 9, 2006 12:00 UK)
Lennart Johansson, president of European soccer's governing body UEFA, has said he will not be standing for another term in 2007 because at 76 he is ready for a more sedate way to spend his days.
Hungarian first division player dead in Cyprus (Jan 7, 2006 12:00 UK)
Former Hungary midfielder Gabor Zavadszky died suddenly on Friday and was discovered by his Apollon Limassol team mates, police said on Saturday.
Argentine defender Garce fails dope test (Jan 7, 2006 12:00 UK)
Olimpo defender Ariel Garce has failed a doping test, the Argentine Football Association said on Friday. The AFA said Garce tested positive for an undisclosed substance from a test in December.
Mexico hit by another naturalisation row (Jan 6, 2006 12:00 UK)
Mexico's national team has been hit by another row over naturalised players after coach Ricardo La Volpe said he was interested in the services of Argentine-born midfielder Walter Gaitan.
Essien to miss first half of African Cup of Nations (Jan 6, 2006 12:00 UK)
Ghana midfielder Michael Essien will not recover from an ankle injury until the end of the month, ruling him out of the first half of the African Cup of Nations, Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho said on
Australia postpone Asian Cup qualifier (Jan 6, 2006 12:00 UK)
Australia have postponed their Asian Cup qualifier against Lebanon in March to play a friendly against a tougher opponent which will help their World Cup preparations.
Bwalya names Zambia Nations Cup squad (Jan 5, 2006 12:00 UK)
Zambia coach Kalusha Bwalya named his 23-man squad for the African Nations Cup on Thursday, choosing all but six players from clubs outside the country.
Deposed Mokoena misses Nations Cup (Jan 5, 2006 12:00 UK)
Blackburn Rovers defender Aaron Mokoena pulled out on Thursday of South Africa's squad for the African Nations Cup finals after being voted out as captain.
CAF to decide on a new date for award ceremony (Jan 5, 2006 12:00 UK)
The Confederation of African Football will decide later this month on a new date to announce the African Footballer of the Year award after abruptly postponing next Monday's scheduled ceremony in Abuj
Cape Verde island coach Alhinho resigns (Jan 5, 2006 12:00 UK)
Cape Verde coach Alexandre Alhinho has resigned, the country's news agency Infopress reported on Thursday.
Romario signs for Vasco for another year (Jan 4, 2006 12:00 UK)
Former Brazil forward Romario, who will be 40 this month, has agreed to stay at Vasco da Gama for another year, the club said on Wednesday.
Zimbabwe name African Nations Cup squad (Jan 4, 2006 12:00 UK)
Zimbabwe have named former English-based striker Peter Ndlovu to lead them at the African Nations Cup finals in Egypt.
Barca's Eto'o to delay hook up with Cameroon (Jan 4, 2006 12:00 UK)
Barcelona say that leading striker Samuel Eto'o will not hook up with the Cameroon squad for the African Nations Cup until after his side play Athletic Bilbao in the league on January 15.
Nigeria extends deadline for Nations Cup players (Jan 4, 2006 12:00 UK)
Nigeria have set a new deadline of Monday for overseas-based players to report to their African Nations Cup training camp in Portugal or be ruled out of the tournament.
Australia play down threat of crowd violence (Jan 4, 2006 12:00 UK)
Australian football officials insist they have few concerns over crowd violence, despite being drawn today to face Lebanon in the preliminary rounds of the 2007 Asian Cup.
Japan and Saudis to clash in Asia Cup qualifiers (Jan 4, 2006 12:00 UK)
Champions Japan will face fellow World Cup finalists Saudi Arabia in the 2007 Asian Cup qualifying competition following Wednesday's draw.
Top officials resign from Moroccan federation (Jan 3, 2006 12:00 UK)
Two top officials from Morocco's soccer federation resigned on Tuesday after they were heavily criticised by the media for firing coach Philippe Troussier two months following the Frenchman's appointm
Injury rules Essien out of African Nations Cup (Jan 3, 2006 12:00 UK)
Jose Mourinho believes Michael Essien will miss the African Nations Cup and stay with Chelsea for treatment on his ankle injury.
Ramalho named new coach of Sao Paulo (Jan 2, 2006 12:00 UK)
Muricy Ramalho is to take over as coach of Sao Paulo in place of Paulo Autuori, who left the world club champions last week.
Chile striker Pinilla signs loan deal with Racing (Jan 2, 2006 12:00 UK)
Chile striker Mauricio Pinilla was unveiled by Racing Santander on Monday after signing a loan deal with the Primera Liga side until the end of the season.
Ivorians name 27 players for Emirates training camp (Jan 2, 2006 12:00 UK)
The Ivory Coast have named 27 players for a training camp in the United Arab Emirates later this week to prepare for the African Nations Cup.
Togo to train for Nations Cup in Tunisia (Jan 2, 2006 12:00 UK)
World Cup finalists Togo will begin preparations for the upcoming African Nations Cup finals at a training camp in Tunisia from Tuesday, the Togolese Football Federation said on Monday.
Two uncapped players in Tunisia squad (Jan 2, 2006 12:00 UK)
Tunisia coach Roger Lemerre has named two uncapped players in his squad for the defence of the African Nations Cup in Egypt later this month.
Youla dropped from Guinea's squad (Jan 1, 2006 12:00 UK)
Guinea have dropped Bekistas striker Souleymane Youla from their squad for the African Nations Cup finals.
Pele: Stop the 'baby-talk', I'm more Thomas Edison (Jan 1, 2006 12:00 UK)
Pele was so angry with a school classmate who dreamed up his nickname that he punched him.'I didn't want the name. Edson sounds like Thomas Edison, the man who invented the light bulb.'
Reds beat S-Pulse to win Emperor's Cup (Jan 1, 2006 12:00 UK)
Urawa Reds beat 10-man Shimizu S-Pulse 2-1 on Sunday to win the Japanese Emperor's Cup for the first time in 25 years.
Zimbabwe and Zambia draw in friendly match (Jan 1, 2006 12:00 UK)
Zimbabwe and neighbours Zambia drew 1-1 in the last international of 2005 played in Harare on Saturday.
