PRETORIA - In its debut appearance in the traditional Confederations Cup, a World Cup dress rehearsal, World Cup holder Italy starts its campaign against United States. Last week’s 4-3 win over New Zealand gives the Italians, who consider defense an art form, something to think about.
SANTIAGO - Known for bringing spectacular stars to football like no other country can, Brazil presents a new way to add some spice to same old styles. Leah uses her gymnastic abilites before throw-ins, but claims that she is ’not doing it for the spectacle,’ and ’it’s a dangerous weapon’
SANTIAGO - Known for bringing spectacular stars to football like no other country can, Brazil presents a new way to add some spice to same old styles. Leah uses her gymnastic abilites before throw-ins, but claims that she is 'not doing it for the spectacle,' and 'it's a dangerous weapon'
Following the scuffle between the Turkish and Swiss football teams that occurred after Wednesday night's match that ended with one Swiss player in hospital, Turkey has lashed back at FIFA's president Sepp Blatter for blaming Turkey for what took place. UEFA's Turkish vice president Senes Erzik said he was "stunned" by the blame put on the Turkish team by the FIFA president even before reports were written over the incident.