The qualifying groups for the 2014 World Cup came to a conclusion Tuesday, booking places in next summer's tournament for three more nations.In Group B, Australia's 1-0 victory over Iraq clinched a place in the top two for the Socceroos, winning them automatic qualification.The Australians can thank Joshua Kennedy, as the 30-year-old striker netted the winner in the 83rd minute just a few minutes...
A Confederations Cup fairy tale took a big hit Monday when Nigeria scored a 6-1 win over the team from Polynesia.
The moment matters turned more than a little pear-shaped for the apparently unsettled was way back at the end of the season before last. It was April 2012, when the Bar
As Premier League football's popularity continues to take hold worldwide, the league's clubs are working to meet the demand for the game by converting formerly dormant summer months into profit-making opportunities., never averse to making a shekel or two, are right in that hunt for fame, glory and commercial gain.City chief executive Ferran Soriano recently announced Manchester City's scheduled...
It promises to be a busy summer for Inter, as the club hopes to move on from its disappointing campaign last season and rebuild the squad in order to compete for the foreseeable future.Given their absence from European competitions next year, it will be imperative for owner Massimo Moratti to recruit players capable of making the difference domestically, thus saving the big-name signings for next...
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LAST UPDATED: MONDAY, JUNE 17 2013. With the season ending in dramatic fashion, have booked a ticket to the Champions League once again.Now that they have this potent marketing tool at their disposal, the Rossoneri will try to lure several key players to help their young and talented starting XI reach new levels.This article will be continuously updated with all the latest from Italy in regards...
Tahiti and Nigeria were the final two teams to play in the 2013 FIFA Confederations Cup, but the two combined for a one-sided match in favor of the Super Eagles. Nigeria drubbed the Minnows by a score of 6-1, as tells the tale of Monday's match.Nigeria's goal scorers were on a mission on Monday, as the Super Eagles scored two goals in the first 10 minutes of the match. The Super Eagles watched...
With the shocking news that Joe Kinnear is the at Newcastle United confirmed by the club Tuesday, the summer transfer window could be evermore interesting for Geordie fans.The 66-year-old former Toon manager has been quick to point out that he will be in charge of player recruitment at St James' Park (later retreating by saying he'd be working in conjunction with Alan Pardew in an interview with...
FIFA Confederations Cup, Group A, Arena Pernambuco, Recife, BrazilItaly vs. Japan (kickoff Wednesday, June 19, 2013, 6 p.m. ET)Every team at the 2013 FIFA Confederations Cup has played one match, and our coverage continues Wednesday with a Group A match between Italy and Japan.Italy opened with a 2-1 win over Mexico, and Japan lost to hosts Brazil. Depending on the result of the other game in...

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