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Schwarzer's Mister Write

Schwarzer's Mister Write

GOALKEEPERS are a funny lot. Unlike most footballers, who rarely pick up a book, in his spare time Socceroo custodian Mark Schwarzer co-authors his very own series of children's stories. Here he reveals all in his own words... 10 Feb 2009
Socceroos Match Fit For Japan

Socceroos Match Fit For Japan

HARRY Kewell might have missed out but Lucas Neill, Jason Culina and Mark Bresciano played full shifts ahead of jetting out for the Socceroos World Cup Qualifier against Japan this week.
9 Feb 2009
Milligan's Travels

Milligan's Travels

AS LARA Bingle's advert attests, not every Australian export is destined for success on foreign shores. 9 Feb 2009
'2018 Should Be Kept In Europe'

'2018 Should Be Kept In Europe'

UEFA PRESIDENT Michel Platini will try to persuade FIFA next month to limit the 2018 World Cup candidates to European bids and rule out Australia's attempt to host it. 6 Feb 2009
Punters Don't Fancy Oz

Punters Don't Fancy Oz

AUSTRALIAN punters see Japan as favourites to pick up three World Cup qualification points next week and nor are they backing their own country to land the 2018 tournament. 5 Feb 2009
Triesman Expects Tough World Cup Battle

Triesman Expects Tough World Cup Battle

FOOTBALL Association chairman Lord Triesman has played down England's status as favourites to host the 2018 World Cup after a visit by bid leaders to FIFA headquarters. 5 Feb 2009
Egypt Withdraw World Cup Interest

Egypt Withdraw World Cup Interest

FIFA have confirmed Egypt expressed but then withdrew an interest in submitting a bid to host the 2018 or 2022 World Cup. 5 Feb 2009
We Can Prove Doubters Wrong Again - Gulati

We Can Prove Doubters Wrong Again - Gulati

America's World Cup bid chief Sunil Gulati believes the United States can prove the doubters wrong by winning either the 2018 or 2022 tournament, just as they did in 1994. 3 Feb 2009
Okada Names Strong Japan Squad

Okada Names Strong Japan Squad

Japan coach Takeshi Okada has named a strong squad for the World Cup qualifier against Australia in Yokohama on February 11. 3 Feb 2009
Korea Reveal World Cup Bid

Korea Reveal World Cup Bid

South Korea have become the latest country to declare their intention to bid for either the 2018 and 2022 World Cups. 3 Feb 2009
How The World Cup Bidders' Chances Stack Up

How The World Cup Bidders' Chances Stack Up

A dozen countries have put themselves forward to bid for the 2018 and 2022 World Cups. Martyn Ziegler, PA Chief Sports Reporter, looks at their prospects. 3 Feb 2009
Australia In World Cup Race

Australia In World Cup Race

FOOTBALL Federation Australia Chairman Frank Lowy today announced Australia has now formally entered the field in its bid to host the FIFA World Cup. 1 Feb 2009
Mexico Submit World Cup Bids

Mexico Submit World Cup Bids

The Mexico Football Federation have submitted their application to host the World Cup in either 2018 or 2022. 1 Feb 2009
Boost for England's World Cup Bid

Boost for England's World Cup Bid

ENGLAND'S hopes of winning the contest for the 2018 World Cup have been given a major boost after FIFA president Sepp Blatter cast doubt on whether joint bids would be allowed. 31 Jan 2009
Now Japan Makes World Cup Bid

Now Japan Makes World Cup Bid

JAPAN Football Association has officially declared its intention to bid for the right to host the World Cup in either 2018 or 2022. 30 Jan 2009
Brazil World Cup 2012 Host Cities Rise to 12

Brazil World Cup 2012 Host Cities Rise to 12

FIFA president Sepp Blatter has confirmed the 2014 World Cup will be hosted by 12 cities in Brazil. 29 Jan 2009
Indonesia Join World Cup Race

Indonesia Join World Cup Race

AUSTRALIA will face surprise competition from Indonesia to host the 2018 World Cup. 29 Jan 2009
England World Cup Bid - It's Official

England World Cup Bid - It's Official

England have officially submitted their bid for the 2018 World Cup to FIFA. 28 Jan 2009
Chippers Doubt For Japan Game

Chippers Doubt For Japan Game

SOCCEROO Scott Chipperfield admits he will be touch-and-go for Australia's upcoming World Cup qualifier against Japan - but he desperately wants to be fit in time. 27 Jan 2009
World Cup Preparations On 'Very Tight Schedule'

World Cup Preparations On 'Very Tight Schedule'

WORLD governing body FIFA are optimistic that South Africa's preparation for the 2010 World Cup will be completed on time, despite having a very tight schedule. 27 Jan 2009
FFA Bullish Over 2018 Hopes

FFA Bullish Over 2018 Hopes

THE LEADERS of Australia's bid for the 2018 World Cup believe the growing number of European rivals for the tournament could work in their favour. 22 Jan 2009