Africans too modest, says local World Cup boss

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Africans too modest, says local World Cup boss

JOHANNESBURG, June 21 (Reuters) – The natural modesty of Africans is hampering the ability of South Africa to project itself as a country capable of staging an outstanding World Cup next year, according to local organising boss Irvin Khoza.

Italy vs Brazil highlights

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Egypt vs USA highlights

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Brazil end Italy hopes

Brazil recorded a 3-0 win over Italy to send the Azzurri out of the Confederations Cup.

Goal hero Dempsey shocked by qualification

USA striker Clint Dempsey, who scored the goal which ensured progression to the South Africa 2009 semi-finals, said he had no idea his team could still qualify.

Joy for USA as rivals crumble

Italy, Egypt and USA endured a nerve-racking night as Group B of the FIFA Confederations Cup South Africa 2009 came to a thrilling conclusion.

Day 6 in numbers

Luis Fabiano, Fabio Cannavaro, Michael Bradley and Gilberto Silva come under the microscope as FIFA.com reviews the dramatic Matchday 6 action.

Lippi unrepentant despite early exit

Despite Italy’s elimination from the FIFA Confederations Cup at the group stage, Italian coach Marcello Lippi voiced no regrets about his selections.

Brazil blast Italy

Already qualified for semifinals at the Confederations Cup, the “Scratch” secured their win over the “Azzurri” with three goals in the first half.

American miracle

Bob Bradley’s men advanced to Confederations Cup semifinals after defeating Egypt 3-0; they will meet Spain.

Italy 0-3 Brazil: problems for Lippi as Italy go out

Brazil knocked world champions Italy out of the Confederations Cup with three quick goals just before halftime to earn a 3-0 victory on Sunday.

U.S. 3-0 Egypt: U.S. headed to semis

RUSTENBURG, South Africa — On the verge of elimination and facing long odds, the United States came up with its best performance at a major international tournament in seven years and an improbable semifinal berth at the Confederations Cup.