Sevilla’s Frederic Kanoute scores to give Mali 3-1 win in qualifierBAMAKO, Mali — Frederic Kanoute scored late to finish off Mali’s 3-1 win over Benin in a World Cup qualifier Sunday. Brazilian team also robbed at Confederations CupPRETORIA - Brazil has become the second team at the Confederations Cup competition to fall foul of robbers in their hotel, a Brazilian official announced Sunday. Brazil send Italy crashing out of Confederations CupPRETORIA - Brazil sent world champions Italy crashing out of the Confederations Cup with a 3-0 victory in Pretoria Sunday. Brazil 2nd nation at Confederations Cup to report robberyPRETORIA, South Africa — Brazil became the second nation at the Confederations Cup to say it was robbed at the team’s hotel. US advances to Confederations Cup semifinals with 3-0 victory over EgyptRUSTENBURG, South Africa — Outplayed by Italy and Brazil, the U.S. soccer team once again was on the verge of first-round elimination from a big international tournament. US switches 3 starters against Egypt, putting Guzan in goal and Davies at forwardRUSTENBURG, South Africa — The United States inserted Brad Guzan in goal against Egypt, one of three changes to the starting lineup for its final Confederations Cup first-round match Sunday. Confederation Cup: Smiles for Spain, relief for South AfricaBLOEMFONTEIN - Hosts South Africa claimed a place in the semi-finals of the Confederation Cup despite going down 0-2 to Spain Saturday at the Free State Stadium in Bloemfontein in their final Group A game. Santana anxious for Bafana to keep learningBLOEMFONTEIN - After losing 0-2 to Spain in the Confederation Cup Saturday, South Africa’s coach and players discussed the value of playing both the reigning European champions and a semi-final possibly against five-time World Cup champions Brazil. A year from World Cup, losses, quick goals raise doubts about US chancesThe World Cup is less than a year away, and the U.S. men look far from ready. Egypt stun Italy, Brazil down US in Confederations CupJOHANNESBURG - World champions Italy slid to a shock 1-0 defeat to Egypt while Brazil cruised to a 3-0 win over the United States in football’s Confederations Cup Thursday. Rio emerges from presentations as strong contender for 2016 OlympicsLAUSANNE, Switzerland — With 3½ months to go, Rio de Janeiro has picked up significant momentum in the race for the 2016 Olympics. Brazil gets early goals and hammers United States 3-0 at Confederations CupPRETORIA, South Africa — If this was a dress rehearsal for next year’s World Cup, the United States showed it’s far from ready. DaMarcus Beasley, Sacha Kljestan join US lineup against Brazil in Confederations CupPRETORIA, South Africa — DaMarcus Beasley and Sacha Kljestan were inserted into the U.S. starting lineup for Thursday’s first-round Confederations Cup match against Brazil. Brazil want to be Confederation Cup champions: RobinhoPRETORIA - Brazilian striker Robinho is hoping that his side will put behind their dismal show in the opening round of Confederation Cup football against Egypt as they gear up for their title defence here. South African union says low turnout for Confederations Cup soccer an embarrassmentJOHANNESBURG — Low attendance at Confederations Cup matches are an embarrassment to South Africa, the country’s trade union confederation said Wednesday. Brazilians say narrow win over Egypt a warning ahead of Confed Cup matchup against USATTERIDGEVILLE, South Africa — A narrow win over Egypt has put Brazil on alert at the Confederations Cup. US trims 27 stadiums from 2018-22 World Cup bid listNEW YORK — Twenty-seven stadiums have been dropped from consideration for the U.S. bid to host soccer’s World Cup in 2018 and 2022, while Las Vegas and Salt Lake City have been added. FIFA rejects Egypt’s complaint over ref decision that led to Brazil’s penalty at Confed CupJOHANNESBURG — FIFA has rejected an Egyptian complaint related to the decision-making process that gave Brazil a late penalty and a 4-3 win at the Confederations Cup. Egypt complains to FIFA over ref decision that led to Brazil’s winning penalty at Confed CupJOHANNESBURG — FIFA has received an official complaint from Egypt related to the decision-making process that gave Brazil a late penalty and a 4-3 win at the Confederations Cup. Five-time Olympic medalist Torben Grael clinches victory for Ericsson 4 in Volvo Ocean RaceSTOCKHOLM — Five-time Olympic medalist Torben Grael has sailed Ericsson 4 to victory in the around-the-world Volvo Ocean Race. New Jersey-born Rossi helps Italy rally to beat US 3-1 at Confederations CupPRETORIA, South Africa — Three goals were scored by American-born players. Two of those goals counted for Italy. Brazil president Silva urges IOC to award the 2016 Summer Games to Rio de JaneiroGENEVA — Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva urged the IOC to break new ground by awarding the 2016 Summer Games to Rio de Janeiro. Kaka scores last-minute penalty kick to give Brazil a 4-3 win over Egypt in Confederations CupBLOEMFONTEIN, South Africa — Kaka converted a controversial 90th-minute penalty kick, and Brazil opened its defense of the Confederations Cup with a 4-3 victory over Egypt on Monday. Cannavaro to miss Italian Confederations Cup openerPRETORIA - Former World Footballer of the Year Fabio Cannavaro is likely to miss Italy’s opening Group B Confederations Cup match against the US here Monday. Robinho asks Tevez to join Manchester City and rock Man U’s boatLONDON - Manchester City ace player Robinho has urged Argentinian striker Carlos Tevez to drop another bombshell on Manchester United, by joining him at rivals City. German firm Adidas: Leadership in soccer products means profitable World Cup year in 2010FRANKFURT — The 2010 World Cup in South Africa, which kicks off a year from now, will help German sportswear company Adidas AG increase its presence in the world soccer market, the company’s CEO said Wednesday. Brazil’s Kaka seals 62 m pounds with Real MadridMADRID - Brazil’s Kaka has sealed a 62 million pound deal with Real Madrid, certifying his transfer from A C Milan. Brazil, Argentina win in tight World Cup qualifiers (South American Roundup)BUENOS AIRES/MONTEVIDEO - The South American World Cup qualifiers got very tight at the top, as Chile downed Paraguay, Brazil thrashed Uruguay, and Argentina got a difficult home win against Colombia. Netherlands, Japan, Australia, South Korea are 1st nations to qualify for 2010 World CupThe Netherlands, Japan, Australia and South Korea became the first nations to qualify for next year’s World Cup, joining host South Africa in the 32-nation field. Son, in-law of Rockies catcher Torrealba safe after being kidnapped in VenezuelaCARACAS, Venezuela — Colorado catcher Yorvit Torrealba’s 11-year-old son and brother-in-law were released by kidnappers a day after being abducted. Police: 1 person dead after violence between fans of Corinthians, Vasco da Gama in BrazilSAO PAULO — Police say at least one person has died after after fans of two Brazilian soccer teams fought at a tournament. Ancelotti begs Kaka not to join Real MadridLONDON - New Chelsea manager Carlo Ancelotti made a dramatic phone call to Brazilian football star Kaka, begging him not to join Spanish club Real Madrid. Tips for taking volunteer vacations on a budgetNEW YORK — You could pay a lot of money for the privilege of donating your labor to a worthy cause somewhere around the world on a volunteer vacation. Or you could just throw your sleeping bag in the car, drive to a nearby park, and for as little as $150, spend a week in the wilderness rebuilding trails with other nature-lovers. Spain finishes year at No. 1, while US has best spot in 2 years at No. 14 in FIFA rankingsZURICH — European champion Spain completed a year atop FIFA’s world rankings, while the United States moved into its best position in two years at No. 14 in the latest monthly standings published Wednesday. Arnold Palmer returns to Cherry Hills for tournament that bears his nameCHERRY HILLS VILLAGE, Colo. — Arnold Palmer issued a challenge to those competing in the Palmer Cup, the college equivalent of the Ryder Cup. |
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