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Argentina call up Messi despite thigh problem

Argentina call up Messi despite thigh problem

LIONEL Messi has been named in Argentina's squad for their clash with Paraguay despite suffering with a bruised thigh. 23 Aug 2013
FIFA: Brazilians are supporting the World Cup

FIFA: Brazilians are supporting the World Cup

FIFA marketing director Thierry Weil is delighted with Brazilian fans' enthusiasm ahead of next year's World Cup. 23 Aug 2013
Romario calls for Brazilian FA clearout

Romario calls for Brazilian FA clearout

Former Brazil striker Romario has called for officials of the Brazilian Football Federation (CBF) to be sacked amid allegations of corruption. 17 Aug 2013
International Wrap: Brazil stunned, Germany held, Spain win

International Wrap: Brazil stunned, Germany held, Spain win

Switzerland upset Brazil 1-0, Germany drew 3-3 with Paraguay and Spain toppled Ecuador 2-0 in the pick of Wednesday's friendly action. 15 Aug 2013
Win trip for 2 to Brazil!

Win trip for 2 to Brazil!

YOU cannot miss this! Buy the fabulous new FFT Australia magazine – out tomorrow with EPL season kick off on the cover – and you’ll find details of an amazing competition where you and a mate could win a trip to Rio for 22 days of football heaven next year. 14 Aug 2013
Holger: Perfect chance to check out Brazil

Holger: Perfect chance to check out Brazil

AUSTRALIA coach Holger Osieck says the friendly against Brazil in September will allow the Socceroos to familiarise themselves with the country ahead of the 2014 FIFA World Cup. 8 Aug 2013
Pirlo hoping to bow out in Brazil

Pirlo hoping to bow out in Brazil

Andrea Pirlo has revealed that he may retire from international football if Italy are successful at the 2014 FIFA World Cup. 25 Jul 2013
Al Shabab turn down Ronaldinho approach

Al Shabab turn down Ronaldinho approach

UAE club Al Shabab Al Arabi have declined an approach from Ronaldinho calling him "overpriced" and uncontrollable. 8 Jul 2013
Paulinho: I never gave up

Paulinho: I never gave up

Tottenham's new signing Paulinho has revealed his determination to succeed after enduring a difficult start to his career. 8 Jul 2013
The Maracana

The Maracana

Come on a guided tour (well, almost) of Brazil's 'Football Cathedral", the Maracana. 5 Jul 2013
Socceroos climb back up rankings

Socceroos climb back up rankings

AUSTRALIA have climbed up to 40th in the FIFA rankings after qualifying for the 2014 World Cup, regaining their spot as Asia's second highest-ranked team. 5 Jul 2013
Robinho transfer saga continues

Robinho transfer saga continues

Milan forward Robinho’s proposed move to Santos could be on the brink of collapse. 4 Jul 2013
Brazil crush Spain in final

Brazil crush Spain in final

Brazil have made a huge statement ahead of next year's World Cup, demolishing Spain 3-0 to claim their third straight Confederations Cup title. 1 Jul 2013
Casillas: Brazil clash is dream final

Casillas: Brazil clash is dream final

Spain captain Iker Casillas believes their upcoming FIFA Confederations Cup final with Brazil is the game everyone wanted to see. 29 Jun 2013
FIFA Confederations Cup Preview: Brazil v Spain

FIFA Confederations Cup Preview: Brazil v Spain

Brazil will need to replicate their strike-rate against Japan if they are to defeat Spain in the FIFA Confederations Cup final. 29 Jun 2013
Blatter plays down impact of Brazil protests

Blatter plays down impact of Brazil protests

FIFA president Sepp Blatter insists the governing body's reputation has been strengthened by the Confederations Cup. 29 Jun 2013
Del Bosque labels Brazil 'favourites'

Del Bosque labels Brazil 'favourites'

Spain head coach Vicente Del Bosque has put the pressure straight on Brazil after joining the hosts in the Confederations Cup final. 28 Jun 2013
Brazil scrape into final past Uruguay i

Brazil scrape into final past Uruguay i

Brazil secured their passage to the final of the FIFA Confederations Cup after an exhilarating 2-1 win over Uruguay on Wednesday. 27 Jun 2013
Loew admits Germany need to adapt for World Cup

Loew admits Germany need to adapt for World Cup

Joachim Loew has conceded that Germany will need to adapt their style of play if they are to be victorious at the 2014 FIFA World Cup. 24 Jun 2013
Referee admits Confederations Cup mistake

Referee admits Confederations Cup mistake

REFEREE Ravshan Irmatov has said he was wrong to allow Giorgio Chiellini’s goal in Italy’s loss to Brazil in the FIFA Confederations Cup. 24 Jun 2013
Brazilian president insists World Cup spending is under control

Brazilian president insists World Cup spending is under control

Brazilian president Dilma Rousseff has defended the amount of public money spent on preparing the country for the 2014 FIFA World Cup. 23 Jun 2013