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Thai's shameful walk-off sullies ASEAN final (Jan 31, 2007 12:00 UK)
An outburst of Thai petulance rained chaos on the first leg of a bitterly fought ASEAN championships final on Wednesday before hosts Singapore finally clinched a dramatic 2-1 victory.
La Volpe's Velez thump Danubio in Libertadores (Jan 31, 2007 12:00 UK)
Velez Sarsfield gave new coach Ricardo La Volpe, who coached Mexico at last year's World Cup, a winning debut as they thumped 10-man Danubio 3-0 in their preliminary round Libertadores Cup tie.
FIFA vice-president aims to end Britain's privileges (Jan 30, 2007 12:00 UK)
Britain's privileged position with FIFA is under threat after a new challenge to the four home associations' special rights.
Downie: Brazilians but not friends reunited (Jan 30, 2007 12:00 UK)
A frosty reception awaits Ronaldo at AC Milan if the reports about Kaka are true, says Andrew Downie
Rae's Say: Robbing from the rich? (Jan 29, 2007 12:00 UK)
Derek Rae has views this week on President Platini, Alex McLeish and Psycho's jobshare
La Volpe makes Velez debut in Libertadores (Jan 29, 2007 12:00 UK)
Former Mexico coach Ricardo La Volpe makes his official debut with Velez Sarsfield when the Argentines host Uruguay's Danubio in the Libertadores Cup this week.
Argentina qualify for Olympics with last-gasp winner (Jan 29, 2007 12:00 UK)
Olympic champions Argentina qualified for the 2008 Games in Beijing by beating Uruguay 1-0 with the last touch of the game in the South American under-20 championship on Sunday.
Zamalek enjoy winning start to ACL campaign (Jan 29, 2007 12:00 UK)
Five-time African Champions League winners Zamalek crushed Vital'O of Burundi 4-1 in Cairo on Sunday, capping a weekend when the main contenders for the title enjoyed winning starts to their campaigns
Beckenbauer: England is 'perfect' for World Cup (Jan 28, 2007 12:00 UK)
German legend Franz Beckenbauer has backed England as the 'perfect country' to host the 2018 World Cup.
Maracana back in the running for World Cup (Jan 27, 2007 12:00 UK)
The world famous Maracana stadium, initially ruled out as a venue for the 2014 World Cup that Brazil is bidding to host, is back in the running again.
Abe relishing Asian challenge at Reds (Jan 26, 2007 12:00 UK)
Japan's Yuki Abe said on Friday that he was relishing the challenge of facing Asia's top sides following his record move to J-League champions Urawa Reds.
Vietnam spares stars jail for match-fixing (Jan 26, 2007 12:00 UK)
A court spared six Vietnamese soccer internationals from jail after their conviction on Friday for match-fixing during the 2005 Southeast Asian Games, but sentenced two other players to prison terms.
Brazil side Santos win fourth game in nine days (Jan 26, 2007 12:00 UK)
Santos continued their flying start to the season by winning their fourth game in nine days to maintain their 100 percent record.
Banned Delgado gets involved in bar brawl (Jan 25, 2007 12:00 UK)
Former Ecuador striker Agustin Delgado has been accused of punching a man during a bar brawl police said on Thursday.
Sao Paulo held after conceeding late equaliser (Jan 25, 2007 12:00 UK)
Brazilian champions Sao Paulo were held to a 2-2 draw by modest Paulista after conceding an equaliser four minutes into injury-time on Wednesday.
Former Columbia striker Ricard facing jail (Jan 24, 2007 12:00 UK)
Former Middlesbrough striker Hamilton Ricard has been sentenced to three years in prison after running over and killing a man more than four years ago.
Zamalek head challenge to end Al Ahli's dominance (Jan 24, 2007 12:00 UK)
Five times winners Zamalek will lead the challenge to end domestic rivals Al Ahli's dominance in the African Champions League when the competition begins this weekend.
Higuain to choose Argentina over France - Report (Jan 24, 2007 12:00 UK)
Teenage striker Gonzalo Higuain, the French-born son of Argentine parents, was quoted as saying on Wednesday he would rather play for Argentina.
Mexico or Uruguay? Tough choice for Castillo (Jan 24, 2007 12:00 UK)
Mexico coach Hugo Sanchez said on Tuesday he was hopeful of winning the battle with Uruguay to secure the services of Olympiakos Piraeus striker Nery Castillo.
Argentina recall Zanetti, name two newcomers (Jan 24, 2007 12:00 UK)
Argentina defender Javier Zanetti, surprisingly left out of the World Cup squad last year, was recalled on Tuesday for next month's friendly international away to France.
Colombia coach Pinto revamps squad (Jan 23, 2007 12:00 UK)
Colombia's new coach Jorge Luis Pinto made sweeping changes when he named his first squad on Tuesday for the friendly against Uruguay on February 7.
Mutu, Chivu will face Italy in February friendly (Jan 23, 2007 12:00 UK)
Central defender Cristian Chivu and striker Adrian Mutu will lead Romania in next month's friendly against world champions Italy.
Santos thrash Sertaozinho to stay at 100% (Jan 23, 2007 12:00 UK)
Santos maintained their perfect start to the new Brazilian season by thrashing Sertaozinho 4-1 in the Paulista championship on Monday.
Rae's Say: Time for a new era at UEFA (Jan 22, 2007 12:00 UK)
Derek Rae gives his view on the UEFA presidential election, Arsenal and the Aussie A-League.
Three Brazilian U-20 players banned after ref attack (Jan 22, 2007 12:00 UK)
Three Brazilian players were banned on Monday after their team attacked the referee following a stormy 2-2 draw with Chile in the South American under-20 championship.
Adriano recalled by Brazil for Portugal friendly (Jan 22, 2007 12:00 UK)
Striker Adriano was called up by Brazil for the first time since the World Cup on Monday when he was included in the squad for next month's friendly against Portugal in London.
Kenyan sports official flees fans at match (Jan 22, 2007 12:00 UK)
A Kenyan sports official was chased from a Mombasa soccer stadium by angry fans when he tried to stop a match between Coast Stars and Thika United.
Ref attacked after Brazil draw in Under-20 game (Jan 22, 2007 12:00 UK)
Furious Brazilian players attacked the referee after being held to a 2-2 draw by Chile in the South American under-20 championship.
Japan star completes record J-League switch (Jan 22, 2007 12:00 UK)
Japan midfielder Yuki Abe has completed a record move to Urawa Reds. The 25-year-old joined Urawa from JEF United for $3 million, the highest sum for a Japanese player in a domestic deal.
Sao Paulo win again in Brazil, Inter held (Jan 22, 2007 12:00 UK)
Brazilian champions Sao Paulo continued their winning start to the new season by beating Ituano 1-0. Former Brazil international Junior scored the only goal when he scored in the second half.
River beat Boca in pre-season tournament (Jan 21, 2007 12:00 UK)
River Plate enjoyed a 2-0 win over Boca Juniors in a pre-season tournament match between two of Argentina's biggest rivals. Boca, under new coach Miguel Angel Russo, also lost their first game.
I'm still in charge of Indonesia, insists Withe (Jan 19, 2007 12:00 UK)
Former England striker Peter Withe insists he is still in charge of Indonesia, despite the Federation's claims that his contract had been terminated.
Ex-Japan striker leaves Red Star for Marinos (Jan 19, 2007 12:00 UK)
Former Japan striker Takayuki Suzuki has joined Yokohama F-Marinos after a frustrating spell at Red Star Belgrade, the J-League club said on Friday.
Rogerio saves penalty as Sao Paulo win opener (Jan 19, 2007 12:00 UK)
Sao Paulo captain and goalkeeper Rogerio Ceni saved a penalty as the Brazilian champions began the new season with a 3-1 win at Sertaozinho on Thursday.
Lopez returns to Racing Club after 11 years (Jan 19, 2007 12:00 UK)
Former Argentina forward Claudio Lopez returned to Racing Club after an 11-year absence, rejoining the team where he began his career. 'I can't wait to start working,' he said.
Downie: I'm a Brazilian... Get me out of here! (Jan 18, 2007 12:00 UK)
Brazil international Elano tells Andrew Downie of his desperation to play in the big league.
Indonesia sack English coach after ASEAN failure (Jan 18, 2007 12:00 UK)
Indonesia have sacked English coach Peter Withe after the national team failed to reach the semi-finals of the ASEAN championships, the secretary-general of the Indonesian Football Association said on
Visa problems jeopardise China's Chelsea visit (Jan 18, 2007 12:00 UK)
The Chinese Olympic team's two-week stay at Chelsea's training ground next month has been jeopardised by visa problems, local media reported on Thursday.
Mexico goalscoring heroes return home (Jan 18, 2007 12:00 UK)
Two of Mexico's most prolific goalscorers have returned home after unhappy spells abroad for the Clausura championship which kicks off at the weekend.
Ze Roberto helps give Santos opening win (Jan 18, 2007 12:00 UK)
Seasoned duo Ze Roberto and Antonio Carlos scored to give Santos a 2-1 win away to Gremio Barueri in their first game of the new Brazilian season on Wednesday.
Singapore through to ASEAN Championship semi's (Jan 17, 2007 12:00 UK)
Singapore drew 2-2 with Indonesia on Wednesday to make the final four of the Asean championship along with Vietnam, who boosted their goal difference with a 9-0 hammering of Laos.
Germany leapfrog England in World rankings (Jan 17, 2007 12:00 UK)
Germany replaced England in fifth place in January's FIFA World ranking list on Wednesday - one of only two minor movements in the top 20 positions.
Rae's Say: Beckham the perfect marketing man (Jan 16, 2007 12:00 UK)
Derek Rae provides his pearls of wisdom on David Beckham's move to the United States.
Vogts expected to take Nigeria national post (Jan 15, 2007 12:00 UK)
Former Germany coach Berti Vogts is to take charge of Nigeria's national team, the Nigeria Football Association (NFA) said on Monday.
Beckham in talks with LA Galaxy over MLS switch (Jan 11, 2007 12:00 UK)
David Beckham's representatives are in talks over a move to Major League Soccer franchise Los Angeles Galaxy, MLS spokesman Dan Courtemanche said today.
China's Sun determined to shine at PSV (Jan 11, 2007 12:00 UK)
China midfielder Sun Xiang has begged to be allowed to leave Shanghai Shenhua for Dutch champions PSV Eindhoven.
Paraguayan player dies after training (Jan 10, 2007 12:00 UK)
Paraguayan footballer Sixto Rojas collapsed during a training session on Wednesday and died almost immediately afterwards, a hospital spokesman said.
Bans against Delgado and Palacios upheld (Jan 10, 2007 12:00 UK)
Ecuador's football federation (FEF) on Wednesday rejected an appeal against one-year bans for LDU's Ecuador forward Agustin Delgado and Peru midfielder Roberto Palacios for their part in a vicious bra
Ahn Jung-hwan returns to Korea with Bluewings (Jan 10, 2007 12:00 UK)
Former MSV Duisburg forward Ahn Jung-hwan has said he abandoned Germany for a return to his native South Korea because he wanted to play with a winning side.
Reds winning race to sign Leto, claim Lanus (Jan 9, 2007 12:00 UK)
Liverpool are closing in on young Argentinian midfielder Sebastian Eduardo Leto, according to the vice-president of his club Lanus.
Brazil names Mineirao as possible 2014 venue (Jan 9, 2007 12:00 UK)
Belo Horizonte's Mineirao stadium was put forward on Tuesday as one of the possible venues if the 2014 World Cup is awarded to Brazil.
Romario Vasco return waits on FIFA rule (Jan 8, 2007 12:00 UK)
Former Brazil striker Romario said on Monday he was waiting anxiously for a FIFA ruling on whether he could play for Vasco da Gama in the Carioca championship which starts this month.
Al Ahli lose 30 month unbeaten record (Jan 7, 2007 12:00 UK)
African champions Al Ahli lost their 30-month unbeaten domestic record on Sunday, emphatically beaten 3-0 by Ismaili in the Egyptian premier league.
Pedroto to work at Angola's Petro Atletico (Jan 7, 2007 12:00 UK)
Portuguese coach Bernardino Pedroto, who quit former Angolan champions AS Aviacao this week, has taken up a new role as technical director at rivals Petro Atletico, the state-run ANGOP news agency sai
FIFA and Kenya plan to meet to restore relations (Jan 5, 2007 12:00 UK)
FIFA and Kenyan authorities plan to meet later this month in a bid to restore the east African country's troubled soccer federation to international competition, officials said on Friday.
Emirates to host Brazil v Portugal friendly (Jan 5, 2007 12:00 UK)
The international friendly between Brazil and Portugal on February 6 will be played at Arsenal's Emirates Stadium in London.
South Korea to face Greece in February (Jan 4, 2007 12:00 UK)
South Korea will play European champions Greece in a friendly in London on Feb. 6.
Pedroto quits as coach of AS Aviacao (Jan 4, 2007 12:00 UK)
Portuguese coach Bernardino Pedroto has left AS Aviacao after he was told that the Angolan club's precarious financial situation would mean the sale of key players.
Brazil to face Portugal in February friendly (Jan 4, 2007 12:00 UK)
Brazil are to play Portugal in their first international of the year.
Madagascar choose to fire coach Dhebon (Jan 2, 2007 12:00 UK)
Madagascar have fired national team coach Jean Francois Dhebon four months after they lost heavily in their opening African Nations Cup qualifier.
Sydney FC sue Yorke over alleged contract breach (Jan 1, 2007 12:00 UK)
Australia's Sydney FC is suing former Manchester United striker Dwight Yorke for breach of contract, its chief executive said Wednesday.
Archived News:
Month: January | February | March | April | May | June | July | August | September | October | November | December
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Thai's shameful walk-off sullies ASEAN final (Jan 31, 2007 12:00 UK)
An outburst of Thai petulance rained chaos on the first leg of a bitterly fought ASEAN championships final on Wednesday before hosts Singapore finally clinched a dramatic 2-1 victory.
La Volpe's Velez thump Danubio in Libertadores (Jan 31, 2007 12:00 UK)
Velez Sarsfield gave new coach Ricardo La Volpe, who coached Mexico at last year's World Cup, a winning debut as they thumped 10-man Danubio 3-0 in their preliminary round Libertadores Cup tie.
FIFA vice-president aims to end Britain's privileges (Jan 30, 2007 12:00 UK)
Britain's privileged position with FIFA is under threat after a new challenge to the four home associations' special rights.
Downie: Brazilians but not friends reunited (Jan 30, 2007 12:00 UK)
A frosty reception awaits Ronaldo at AC Milan if the reports about Kaka are true, says Andrew Downie
Rae's Say: Robbing from the rich? (Jan 29, 2007 12:00 UK)
Derek Rae has views this week on President Platini, Alex McLeish and Psycho's jobshare
La Volpe makes Velez debut in Libertadores (Jan 29, 2007 12:00 UK)
Former Mexico coach Ricardo La Volpe makes his official debut with Velez Sarsfield when the Argentines host Uruguay's Danubio in the Libertadores Cup this week.
Argentina qualify for Olympics with last-gasp winner (Jan 29, 2007 12:00 UK)
Olympic champions Argentina qualified for the 2008 Games in Beijing by beating Uruguay 1-0 with the last touch of the game in the South American under-20 championship on Sunday.
Zamalek enjoy winning start to ACL campaign (Jan 29, 2007 12:00 UK)
Five-time African Champions League winners Zamalek crushed Vital'O of Burundi 4-1 in Cairo on Sunday, capping a weekend when the main contenders for the title enjoyed winning starts to their campaigns
Beckenbauer: England is 'perfect' for World Cup (Jan 28, 2007 12:00 UK)
German legend Franz Beckenbauer has backed England as the 'perfect country' to host the 2018 World Cup.
Maracana back in the running for World Cup (Jan 27, 2007 12:00 UK)
The world famous Maracana stadium, initially ruled out as a venue for the 2014 World Cup that Brazil is bidding to host, is back in the running again.
Abe relishing Asian challenge at Reds (Jan 26, 2007 12:00 UK)
Japan's Yuki Abe said on Friday that he was relishing the challenge of facing Asia's top sides following his record move to J-League champions Urawa Reds.
Vietnam spares stars jail for match-fixing (Jan 26, 2007 12:00 UK)
A court spared six Vietnamese soccer internationals from jail after their conviction on Friday for match-fixing during the 2005 Southeast Asian Games, but sentenced two other players to prison terms.
Brazil side Santos win fourth game in nine days (Jan 26, 2007 12:00 UK)
Santos continued their flying start to the season by winning their fourth game in nine days to maintain their 100 percent record.
Banned Delgado gets involved in bar brawl (Jan 25, 2007 12:00 UK)
Former Ecuador striker Agustin Delgado has been accused of punching a man during a bar brawl police said on Thursday.
Sao Paulo held after conceeding late equaliser (Jan 25, 2007 12:00 UK)
Brazilian champions Sao Paulo were held to a 2-2 draw by modest Paulista after conceding an equaliser four minutes into injury-time on Wednesday.
Former Columbia striker Ricard facing jail (Jan 24, 2007 12:00 UK)
Former Middlesbrough striker Hamilton Ricard has been sentenced to three years in prison after running over and killing a man more than four years ago.
Zamalek head challenge to end Al Ahli's dominance (Jan 24, 2007 12:00 UK)
Five times winners Zamalek will lead the challenge to end domestic rivals Al Ahli's dominance in the African Champions League when the competition begins this weekend.
Higuain to choose Argentina over France - Report (Jan 24, 2007 12:00 UK)
Teenage striker Gonzalo Higuain, the French-born son of Argentine parents, was quoted as saying on Wednesday he would rather play for Argentina.
Mexico or Uruguay? Tough choice for Castillo (Jan 24, 2007 12:00 UK)
Mexico coach Hugo Sanchez said on Tuesday he was hopeful of winning the battle with Uruguay to secure the services of Olympiakos Piraeus striker Nery Castillo.
Argentina recall Zanetti, name two newcomers (Jan 24, 2007 12:00 UK)
Argentina defender Javier Zanetti, surprisingly left out of the World Cup squad last year, was recalled on Tuesday for next month's friendly international away to France.
Colombia coach Pinto revamps squad (Jan 23, 2007 12:00 UK)
Colombia's new coach Jorge Luis Pinto made sweeping changes when he named his first squad on Tuesday for the friendly against Uruguay on February 7.
Mutu, Chivu will face Italy in February friendly (Jan 23, 2007 12:00 UK)
Central defender Cristian Chivu and striker Adrian Mutu will lead Romania in next month's friendly against world champions Italy.
Santos thrash Sertaozinho to stay at 100% (Jan 23, 2007 12:00 UK)
Santos maintained their perfect start to the new Brazilian season by thrashing Sertaozinho 4-1 in the Paulista championship on Monday.
Rae's Say: Time for a new era at UEFA (Jan 22, 2007 12:00 UK)
Derek Rae gives his view on the UEFA presidential election, Arsenal and the Aussie A-League.
Three Brazilian U-20 players banned after ref attack (Jan 22, 2007 12:00 UK)
Three Brazilian players were banned on Monday after their team attacked the referee following a stormy 2-2 draw with Chile in the South American under-20 championship.
Adriano recalled by Brazil for Portugal friendly (Jan 22, 2007 12:00 UK)
Striker Adriano was called up by Brazil for the first time since the World Cup on Monday when he was included in the squad for next month's friendly against Portugal in London.
Kenyan sports official flees fans at match (Jan 22, 2007 12:00 UK)
A Kenyan sports official was chased from a Mombasa soccer stadium by angry fans when he tried to stop a match between Coast Stars and Thika United.
Ref attacked after Brazil draw in Under-20 game (Jan 22, 2007 12:00 UK)
Furious Brazilian players attacked the referee after being held to a 2-2 draw by Chile in the South American under-20 championship.
Japan star completes record J-League switch (Jan 22, 2007 12:00 UK)
Japan midfielder Yuki Abe has completed a record move to Urawa Reds. The 25-year-old joined Urawa from JEF United for $3 million, the highest sum for a Japanese player in a domestic deal.
Sao Paulo win again in Brazil, Inter held (Jan 22, 2007 12:00 UK)
Brazilian champions Sao Paulo continued their winning start to the new season by beating Ituano 1-0. Former Brazil international Junior scored the only goal when he scored in the second half.
River beat Boca in pre-season tournament (Jan 21, 2007 12:00 UK)
River Plate enjoyed a 2-0 win over Boca Juniors in a pre-season tournament match between two of Argentina's biggest rivals. Boca, under new coach Miguel Angel Russo, also lost their first game.
I'm still in charge of Indonesia, insists Withe (Jan 19, 2007 12:00 UK)
Former England striker Peter Withe insists he is still in charge of Indonesia, despite the Federation's claims that his contract had been terminated.
Ex-Japan striker leaves Red Star for Marinos (Jan 19, 2007 12:00 UK)
Former Japan striker Takayuki Suzuki has joined Yokohama F-Marinos after a frustrating spell at Red Star Belgrade, the J-League club said on Friday.
Rogerio saves penalty as Sao Paulo win opener (Jan 19, 2007 12:00 UK)
Sao Paulo captain and goalkeeper Rogerio Ceni saved a penalty as the Brazilian champions began the new season with a 3-1 win at Sertaozinho on Thursday.
Lopez returns to Racing Club after 11 years (Jan 19, 2007 12:00 UK)
Former Argentina forward Claudio Lopez returned to Racing Club after an 11-year absence, rejoining the team where he began his career. 'I can't wait to start working,' he said.
Downie: I'm a Brazilian... Get me out of here! (Jan 18, 2007 12:00 UK)
Brazil international Elano tells Andrew Downie of his desperation to play in the big league.
Indonesia sack English coach after ASEAN failure (Jan 18, 2007 12:00 UK)
Indonesia have sacked English coach Peter Withe after the national team failed to reach the semi-finals of the ASEAN championships, the secretary-general of the Indonesian Football Association said on
Visa problems jeopardise China's Chelsea visit (Jan 18, 2007 12:00 UK)
The Chinese Olympic team's two-week stay at Chelsea's training ground next month has been jeopardised by visa problems, local media reported on Thursday.
Mexico goalscoring heroes return home (Jan 18, 2007 12:00 UK)
Two of Mexico's most prolific goalscorers have returned home after unhappy spells abroad for the Clausura championship which kicks off at the weekend.
Ze Roberto helps give Santos opening win (Jan 18, 2007 12:00 UK)
Seasoned duo Ze Roberto and Antonio Carlos scored to give Santos a 2-1 win away to Gremio Barueri in their first game of the new Brazilian season on Wednesday.
Singapore through to ASEAN Championship semi's (Jan 17, 2007 12:00 UK)
Singapore drew 2-2 with Indonesia on Wednesday to make the final four of the Asean championship along with Vietnam, who boosted their goal difference with a 9-0 hammering of Laos.
Germany leapfrog England in World rankings (Jan 17, 2007 12:00 UK)
Germany replaced England in fifth place in January's FIFA World ranking list on Wednesday - one of only two minor movements in the top 20 positions.
Rae's Say: Beckham the perfect marketing man (Jan 16, 2007 12:00 UK)
Derek Rae provides his pearls of wisdom on David Beckham's move to the United States.
Vogts expected to take Nigeria national post (Jan 15, 2007 12:00 UK)
Former Germany coach Berti Vogts is to take charge of Nigeria's national team, the Nigeria Football Association (NFA) said on Monday.
Beckham in talks with LA Galaxy over MLS switch (Jan 11, 2007 12:00 UK)
David Beckham's representatives are in talks over a move to Major League Soccer franchise Los Angeles Galaxy, MLS spokesman Dan Courtemanche said today.
China's Sun determined to shine at PSV (Jan 11, 2007 12:00 UK)
China midfielder Sun Xiang has begged to be allowed to leave Shanghai Shenhua for Dutch champions PSV Eindhoven.
Paraguayan player dies after training (Jan 10, 2007 12:00 UK)
Paraguayan footballer Sixto Rojas collapsed during a training session on Wednesday and died almost immediately afterwards, a hospital spokesman said.
Bans against Delgado and Palacios upheld (Jan 10, 2007 12:00 UK)
Ecuador's football federation (FEF) on Wednesday rejected an appeal against one-year bans for LDU's Ecuador forward Agustin Delgado and Peru midfielder Roberto Palacios for their part in a vicious bra
Ahn Jung-hwan returns to Korea with Bluewings (Jan 10, 2007 12:00 UK)
Former MSV Duisburg forward Ahn Jung-hwan has said he abandoned Germany for a return to his native South Korea because he wanted to play with a winning side.
Reds winning race to sign Leto, claim Lanus (Jan 9, 2007 12:00 UK)
Liverpool are closing in on young Argentinian midfielder Sebastian Eduardo Leto, according to the vice-president of his club Lanus.
Brazil names Mineirao as possible 2014 venue (Jan 9, 2007 12:00 UK)
Belo Horizonte's Mineirao stadium was put forward on Tuesday as one of the possible venues if the 2014 World Cup is awarded to Brazil.
Romario Vasco return waits on FIFA rule (Jan 8, 2007 12:00 UK)
Former Brazil striker Romario said on Monday he was waiting anxiously for a FIFA ruling on whether he could play for Vasco da Gama in the Carioca championship which starts this month.
Al Ahli lose 30 month unbeaten record (Jan 7, 2007 12:00 UK)
African champions Al Ahli lost their 30-month unbeaten domestic record on Sunday, emphatically beaten 3-0 by Ismaili in the Egyptian premier league.
Pedroto to work at Angola's Petro Atletico (Jan 7, 2007 12:00 UK)
Portuguese coach Bernardino Pedroto, who quit former Angolan champions AS Aviacao this week, has taken up a new role as technical director at rivals Petro Atletico, the state-run ANGOP news agency sai
FIFA and Kenya plan to meet to restore relations (Jan 5, 2007 12:00 UK)
FIFA and Kenyan authorities plan to meet later this month in a bid to restore the east African country's troubled soccer federation to international competition, officials said on Friday.
Emirates to host Brazil v Portugal friendly (Jan 5, 2007 12:00 UK)
The international friendly between Brazil and Portugal on February 6 will be played at Arsenal's Emirates Stadium in London.
South Korea to face Greece in February (Jan 4, 2007 12:00 UK)
South Korea will play European champions Greece in a friendly in London on Feb. 6.
Pedroto quits as coach of AS Aviacao (Jan 4, 2007 12:00 UK)
Portuguese coach Bernardino Pedroto has left AS Aviacao after he was told that the Angolan club's precarious financial situation would mean the sale of key players.
Brazil to face Portugal in February friendly (Jan 4, 2007 12:00 UK)
Brazil are to play Portugal in their first international of the year.
Madagascar choose to fire coach Dhebon (Jan 2, 2007 12:00 UK)
Madagascar have fired national team coach Jean Francois Dhebon four months after they lost heavily in their opening African Nations Cup qualifier.
Sydney FC sue Yorke over alleged contract breach (Jan 1, 2007 12:00 UK)
Australia's Sydney FC is suing former Manchester United striker Dwight Yorke for breach of contract, its chief executive said Wednesday.
