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Dunga: I’m the man for the job
Dunga, enjoying the best spell of his three years in charge, has hit back at critics ahead of Brazil opening the defence of their FIFA Confederations Cup title.
Italy claim Europe’s final ticket
Propelled by Pasquale Carotenuto’s hat-trick, Italy beat France 4-2 to clinch the final European spot at the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup Dubai 2009.
Del Bosque warns Spain is primed
Spain coach Vicente del Bosque warns that his team is in prime condition and are pumped up to win the FIFA Confederations Cup South Africa 2009.
Dutch keep up the form
The Netherlands celebrated their qualification for next summer’s FIFA World Cup finals in style with a 2-0 victory over Norway in Rotterdam.
Ecuador close gap on leaders
Walter Ayovi and Pablo Palacios each scored to hand Argentina their second defeat in four South Africa 2010 qualifiers under Diego Maradona.
England edge closer
England are one win away from securing a place at next year’s FIFA World Cup finals after a comprehensive 6-0 victory over Andorra.
Shehata: We must not fear Brazil
The Egypt coach believes his shell-shocked squad dare not fear Brazil ahead of their FIFA Confederations Cup 2009 showdown in South Africa on 15 June.
Karimi gem keeps Iran in hunt
Iran stayed in contention for a place at South Africa 2010 with a slender win over United Arab Emirates, courtesy of an Ali Karimi wonder goal.
Seoul draw keeps Saudis third
Saudi Arabia need to beat Korea DPR at home in their final group game in order to reach South Africa 2010 automatically, after a draw in Korea Republic.
Lippi puts his faith in Santon
Italy coach Marcelo Lippi will give young Inter Milan defender Davide Santon his senior international debut against Northern Ireland tomorrow night.
Katongo: We can make history
FIFA.com spoke to Christopher Katongo and Herve Renard, who, inspired by Angola and Togo, are confident Zambia can reach South Africa 2010.
Benzema revives France
France bounced back from their miserable performance against Nigeria earlier this week to beat 10-man Turkey in Lyon.
Santa Cruz out for Paraguay
Paraguay boss Gerardo Martino revealed striker Roque Santa Cruz will not be fit enough to start tomorrow’s South Africa 2010 qualifier against Chile.
Ferrara lands Juventus post
Ciro Ferrara has been confirmed as the new full-time coach of Juventus, the Serie A club confirmed this evening.
Two referees replaced due to injury
Two of the ten referees selected to officiate at the FIFA Confederations Cup South Africa 2009 have been requested to return home from the event before it has kicked off.
