Football

The six African countries will look to carve a niche in the World Cup, played in their own backyard.

The Italian confronted photographers and cameramen before training at the England base in South Africa.

Chelsea is releasing midfielders Joe Cole and Michael Ballack.

England can set about their World Cup campaign with a clear view from the top of Group C to a Cape Town semi-final.

Jermain Defoe, Joe Cole and Wayne Rooney scored in the victory over South Africa.

Arjen Robben's left hamstring injury is not as bad as initially feared and he is likely to play in the World Cup.

The growing list of injuries to high-profile players ahead of the World Cup has become a concern for Brazil.

The AC Milan midfielder injured his left calf muscle in the friendly loss to Mexico.

Thierry Henry has dismissed media reports that France coach Raymond Domenech threatened to leave him out of the WC.

Coca-Cola Park will have the fortune of hosting seven World Cup matches at the 2010 tournament.

The design of the new Peter Mokaba Stadium is based upon the iconic Baobab tree.

Barrios, who plays for German club Borussia Dortmund, received his Paraguay passport just a few weeks ago.

The late goal prevented Spain from suffering a shock result in its first of three tests building up to the WC.

Ireland failed to qualify for the competition after losing to France in a playoff.

Liverpool's star forward has made 72 appearances for Spain and scored 23 goals.

Raymond Domenech's team showed encouraging signs in a new attacking formation.