South American soccer officials say Copa final will go ahead despite swine flu outbreakBUENOS AIRES, Argentina — Next week’s first-leg match in the finals of the Copa Libertadores will go ahead in Argentina despite a swine flu outbreak that is blamed in the deaths of at least 44 people in the country. Swine flu outbreak in Argentina puts Copa Libertadores final in doubtBUENOS AIRES, Argentina — Argentine club Estudiantes prepared Friday to host next week’s first-leg match in the final of the Copa Libertadores despite a swine flu outbreak that is blamed in the deaths of at least 44 people in the country. Jermaine Jones could join US national team later this yearNEW YORK — Midfielder Jermaine Jones could join the U.S. national team later this year, possibly with defender Edgar Castillo. Blissfully bleary: US gets short Gold Cup turnaround following Confederations Cup heroicsTUKWILA, Wash. — Bob Bradley was walking off the practice field toward the team bus when a father stopped the coach of the United States national team with a cheerful yell from a playground. Brazil dethrones Spain at top of FIFA world rankings; US moves up 2 spots to No. 12ZURICH — Brazil has ended Spain’s one-year reign as the world’s top soccer team and the United States moved up two spots to No. 12. Analysis: While loss stings now, Americans will see progress from Confederations Cup finishThere is no shame in the U.S. men finishing second at the Confederations Cup. Defending champion Brazil fights back to beat United States 3-2 in Confederations Cup final
JOHANNESBURG — Brazil’s “Beautiful Game” came alive in the second half Sunday with three comeback goals in a 3-2 win over the United States in the Confederations Cup final. Luis Fabiano scored two of the goals and Lucio added the third in the 84th minute to give Brazil its second straight Confederations Cup title and third overall. But it was all looking good for the Americans, playing in the men’s final of a FIFA tournament for the first time, in the first half when Clint Dempsey and Landon Donovan gave the team a 2-0 halftime lead. Dunga’s Brazil shows backbone as well as talent as it chases another World Cup triumphJOHANNESBURG — The first World Cup to be staged in Africa looks likely to have a familiar winner. US goalie Tim Howard excels, but can’t hold off Brazil in second half of 3-2 lossJOHANNESBURG — For 45 minutes, it was no contest. American goalkeeper Tim Howard was outplaying Brazil’s Julio Cesar, considered by many among the world’s best goalies. Defending champion Brazil rallies to beat United States 3-2 in Confederations Cup finalJOHANNESBURG — Brazil’s “Beautiful Game” came alive in the second half Sunday with three comeback goals in a 3-2 win over the upstart United States in the Confederations Cup final. With Bradley suspended, Feilhaber gets call for Confed Cup final against BrazilJOHANNESBURG — Benny Feilhaber was in the United States’ starting lineup in place of key midfielder Michael Bradley, who was suspended for Sunday’s Confederations Cup final against Brazil after drawing a red card in the final minutes of the Americans’ semifinal upset of Spain. Brazil lines up potent attack against US team missing Michael Bradley in Confed Cup finalJOHANNESBURG — Brazil’s formidable attack of Kaka, Robinho and Luis Fabiano will start in the Confederations Cup final against the United States on Sunday. Spain beats South Africa 3-2 in extra time to take third place at Confederations CupRUSTENBURG, South Africa — Xabi Alonso scored on a free kick in extra time Sunday to give Spain a 3-2 win over South Africa and third place at the Confederations Cup. Man City never big enough to bid for me: KakaJOHANNESBURG - Brazilian football star Kaka has told Manchester City they were never a big enough club to tempt him to the Premier League. US excited just to have chance to play in Confederations Cup final; Brazil feels it has to winJOHANNESBURG — Landon Donovan remembers the first time he played the Brazilians, when his under-23 team trudged off the field, victims of a 7-0 thrashing. To pull off another upset in Confed Cup final US will need defense and energyJOHANNESBURG — If the underdog U.S. men’s team is going to win its first FIFA final by stunning another powerhouse, the Americans know they’ll need some tough defense to go with the energy they’re suddenly showing. Gooch: The gentle football giant of the US defenceJOHANNESBURG - After holding the vaunted Spanish frontline scoreless in the semifinal, the United States defence is looking to shut down the equally high-powered Brazilian attack in the final of the Confederations Cup Sunday. Blatter praises South African football fansJOHANNESBURG - World football supremo Joseph Blatter Friday praised South African fans for their enthusiastic support of both the home side and visiting teams in the ongoing Confederations Cup, a test run for next year’s World Cup. Forget about 3-0, it will be a new game: Brazil captainJOHANNESBURG - Brazil captain Lucio said that the 3-0 group stage win against the US means nothing when both sides meet again Sunday in the Confederations Cup football final. Brazilians pay tribute to beaten Bafana BafanaJOHANNESBURG - Brazilian players paid a tribute to Bafana Bafana after the Selecao had beaten the Confederations Cup hosts 1-0 in Thursday’s semi-final played in Johannesburg’s Ellis Park stadium. Americans get rematch with Brazil after Daniel Alves scores late to give Brazil 1-0 victoryJOHANNESBURG — The United States gets another chance at Brazil. And this time, there’s a nice, shiny trophy at stake. Alves fires Brazil into Confed Cup final against USJOHANNESBURG - A late free-kick from substitute Daniel Alves sent five-time world champions Brazil into the final of the Confederations Cup with a 1-0 win over hosts South Africa in Johannesburg Thursday. Daniel Alves scores late to give Brazil 1-0 Confederations Cup semifinal win over South AfricaJOHANNESBURG — Just call Daniel Alves the spoiler. ‘Soccer rocks’ in US after shock victory over SpainLOS ANGELES/WASHINGTON - Football made rare headlines in the US after the national team beat Spain 2-0 in the Confederations Cup to reach the first FIFA men’s final in its history. United States rains on Spain with stunning 2-0 win to advance to 1st FIFA final at Confed Cup
BLOEMFONTEIN, South Africa — Talk about a full reversal of fortunes. On the verge of elimination from the Confederations Cup a few days ago, the United States finds itself in the final of the World Cup test event thanks to a stunning 2-0 victory over top-ranked Spain. Goals by Jozy Altidore and Clint Dempsey, and superb goalkeeping by Tim Howard on Wednesday lifted the Americans into their first FIFA tournament final since starting play in 1916. Miracle on Grass: US beats soccer’s top-ranked Spain 2-0 to advance to first FIFA finalBLOEMFONTEIN, South Africa — The world will surely take notice of this. The U.S. soccer team is in the final of the Confederations Cup, beating mighty Spain 2-0. Even more stunning, the Americans were on the verge of elimination and ready to head home last weekend before a reversal of fortune. On Wednesday, goals by Jozy Altidore and Clint Dempsey led to an upset of the planet’s top-ranked team. United States rains on Spain, wins 2-0 to advance to first FIFA finalBLOEMFONTEIN, South Africa — The world will surely take notice of this. The U.S. soccer team is in the final of the Conderations Cup, beating mighty Spain 2-0. Even more stunning, the Americans were on the verge of elimination and ready to head home last weekend before a reversal of fortune. On Wednesday, goals by Jozy Altidore and Clint Dempsey led to an upset of the planet’s top-ranked team. Upset: United States beats Spain 2-0 to advance to first FIFA finalBLOEMFONTEIN, South Africa — The world will surely take notice of this. Utley, Mayberry homer and drive in 7 runs to pace Phillies’ 10-1 rout of RaysST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Chase Utley homered and drove in four runs Tuesday night, helping the Philadelphia Phillies rout the Tampa Bay Rays 10-1 in the first regular season meeting between the teams since last year’s World Series. IndyCars speeding ahead with plans to race in Brazil next seasonINDIANAPOLIS — The Indy Racing League plans to take advantage of one of its most popular racing venues next season — Brazil. Spain ready for US but thinking of BrazilBLOEMFONTEIN - Currently on a 15-match winning streak and seeking a record 36-match unbeaten run, Spain are prohibitive favourites to beat the United States in the semi-finals of the Confederations Cup football Wednesday. FIFA gives away free tickets for Confederations Cup semifinal match between Spain and USJOHANNESBURG — FIFA is giving away some free tickets for the Confederations Cup semifinal match between Spain and the United States. European champion Spain heavily favored over US to reach Confederations Cup finalBLOEMFONTEIN, South Africa — For Spain, it always was a given that the team would reach the semifinals of the Confederations Cup. For the United States, it turned out to be an unexpected gift. Obama may attend 2010 World Cup opening ceremonyBLOEMFONTEIN - On the day after the semi-final line-up was dramatically set at the Confederations Cup, South Africa took a deep breath and FIFA President Sepp Blatter revealed that US President Barack Obama may attend the opening ceremony of the World Cup next year. United States learning to cope without injured captain Carlos Bocanegra at Confederations CupRUSTENBURG, South Africa — The United States has made a run to the semifinals of the Confederations Cup by learning how to play without injured captain Carlos Bocanegra. |
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