The Africa Cup of Nations group stage draw was released on Friday at the Talatona Convention Centre in Luanda with the hosts Angola being drawn in a somewhat easy Group A alongside Algeria, Mali and Malawi. This tournament will be a must win for the 'Palancas Negras' after they failed to reach the Finals of the FIFA World Cup in South Africa.

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Dear Carlos,

Many many many congratulations from Denmark with the qualification to the FIFA World Cup 2010. It was fantastic for you and your team and especially for the "World Cup". The FIFA World Cup 2010 in South Africa would not be the same without a world class team as Portugal.

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So, France made it to the World Cup at the expense of the Republic of Ireland. Expected? Maybe. Still, the way Les Blues made it through is far more than questionable.

For those of you who were hibernating during the past week and somehow don't know how France qualified, Thierry Henry handled the ball 13 minutes into extra time and passed it to William Gallas, who headed the controversial goal allowing France to reach next year's finals with a 2-1 win on aggregate.

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Following Wednesday's now infamous Hand of Henry incident that saw France qualify for World Cup 2010 at the expense of Ireland, Irish newspaper Sunday World has sent journalist babe Geraldine Comiskey to Barcelona with a specially commissioned poster seeking Thierry Henry's apology for his actions. Here's a look at Geraldine outside the FC Barcelona (who Henry [. Click to continue reading...

Here is a look at the new France shirt for the 2010 World Cup. Les Bleus ( the likes of Anelka, Henry, Gourcuff and co.) will wear this jersey at the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa. France finished runners up at the 2006 World Cup, and qualified for the 2010 event in somewhat [...] Related posts:

1. Republic of Ireland vs France highlights goals- World Cup 2010 playoff This is the post for the first leg.

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Image via Wikipedia A board meeting this afternoon called by Ireland's FAI has been called to discuss request for replace of the Playoff with France. However it has been announced recently that FIFA have rejected their earlier request. In a response to a request made by the FAI yesterday, the world governing body have ruled that [. Click to continue reading...

Official Press Release The Football Association of Ireland today (November 19) confirmed that it will lodge a complaint with FIFA, following last night's World Cup play-off match between France and the Republic of Ireland in Paris. Conclusive video evidence of a deliberate hand ball by Thierry Henry, which led to France's additional time goal, has been seen [. Click to continue reading...

The Football Association of Ireland today (November 19) confirmed that it will lodge a complaint with FIFA, following last night's World Cup play-off match between France and the Republic of Ireland in Paris.
Conclusive video evidence of a deliberate hand ball by Thierry Henry, which led to France's additional time goal, has been seen by millions of football fans worldwide. Click to continue reading...

France controversially qualified for FIFA World Cup 2010 last night at the Stade de France via a 1-1 tie with a spirited Republic of Ireland side. The result gave France an aggregate victory of 2-1 in the home and away playoff series. Robbie Keane had tied the series with a goal in the 33rd minutes. Neither [. Click to continue reading...

The furor over last night's game will not settle down anytime soon. Not tomorrow, not next week, not even before the traveling circus takes to South Africa next summer. Not unless something is done to eradicate the impact of The Hand of Henry on the outcome of the game.

The Irish FA, of course you'd hear from them, have come up with a simple solution: replay the game.

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Denmark notched three unanswered second half goals to come back from 0-1 down against the United States in Aarhus yesterday. Â FC Dallas stirker Jeff Cunningham had given the Yanks the a surprise lead in the 26th following a Danish defensive error. The match also saw the United States debut of former Mexican international Edgar Castillo. Click to continue reading...

The qualification for the World Cup is over, and the 32 countries that will be at the World Cup in South Africa are ready.South America:Brazil: the five-time world champions have participated in all previous 18 World Cups.Paraguay: One of the strongest and most stable South American sides are participating in their seventh world cup, and fourth in a row. Click to continue reading...

Irish Heartbreak - 1-0 loss to France in WC Qualifier

The following are those 32 teams who will take part in South Africa 2010. And perhaps what's a bit special is the 32 include every single World Cup winner in history, with Uruguayan defeating Costa Rica to advance.

And I assume you've heard about the controversy regarding the Ireland vs France game?

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Irish Heartbreak - 1-0 loss to France in WC Qualifier

The following are those 32 teams who will take part in South Africa 2010. And perhaps what's a bit special is the 32 include every single World Cup winner in history, with Uruguayan defeating Costa Rica to advance.

And I assume you've heard about the controversy regarding the Ireland vs France game?

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Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) announced today a new licensing agreement that names WIN High Performance Sport Detergent the official licensed sport detergent of the 2010 FIFA World Cup(TM). The partnership will introduce WIN Detergent, the world's first laundry detergent especially formulated to eliminate embedded sweat and odors found in performance athletic attire, to the global market. Click to continue reading...

African rivals Algeria and Egypt meet in Sudan today for a decisive FIFA World Cup 2010 qualifier that will see the victorious side book their place in South Africa next year. Now you can check out the action LIVE and for FREE courtesy of FIFA.com at this link. Kick off is at 12:30 EST. Here's the spiel from [. Click to continue reading...

This is a leak of the USA Nike World Cup 2010 home kit that has made its way to the internet. If real, the new U.S. National Team jersey features a diagonal stripe may be inspired by that worn by the 1950 World Cup team that famously upset a heavily favored England 1-0 in Brazil. [...] Click to continue reading...

Well, I would be if I were one of those players having to play tonight and some nutter came sliding in towards me with a hard tackle in mind! We cannot afford any more injuries and the loss of any of the players mentioned below would be just awful. It doesn't even bare thinking about!

Even Sir Bobby Pires is concerned for us, but still believes we have enough strength and depth to get through this tough time.

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South Africa is getting for all the attention they will receive during the 2010 fifa world cup. The World Cup draw is only a short two weeks away. Many people have expressed doubt about the South African venue, and there is tremendous pressure on the country. The construction of beautiful new stadiums have silenced some critics, and [. Click to continue reading...

Following the announcement that D.C. United rookies (and roommates!) Chris Pontius and Rodney Wallace will be part of an 18-player delegation that will travel to South Africa as part of the Generatoin adidas program, Communications intern Matt Sincaglia sat down to ask them about the upcoming trip.

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U.S. Soccer SC Members Who Register by Dec. 3, 2009, Will Have Priority Status to Request Tickets

CHICAGO (Nov. 17, 2009) – The U.S. Soccer Federation has announced initial details for U.S. Men's National Team fans to apply for tickets for the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa.

Priority status for applying for tickets to the U.

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U.S. Soccer SC Members Who Register by Dec. 3, 2009, Will Have Priority Status to Request Tickets

CHICAGO (Nov. 17, 2009) – The U.S. Soccer Federation has announced initial details for U.S. Men's National Team fans to apply for tickets for the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa.

Priority status for applying for tickets to the U.

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On Tuesday, the US Soccer Federation released the following information for fans wishing to buy tickets to the 2010 World Cup in South Africa. CHICAGO, IL (Nov 17, 2009) USSF -- The U.S. Soccer Federation has announced initial details for U.S. Men's National Team fans to apply for tickets for the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa. Click to continue reading...

From the U.S. Soccer Communications Center:
INITIAL DETAILS FOR U.S. SUPPORTERS TO APPLY FOR 2010 WORLD CUP TICKETS ANNOUNCED
U.S. Soccer SC Members Who Register by Dec. 3, 2009, Will Have Priority Status to Request Tickets

CHICAGO (Nov.

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The United States Men's National Team will close out an impressive 2009 schedule when they face fellow 2010 FIFA World Cup qualifiers Denmark on Wednesday, Nov. 18, in Aarhus, Denmark. Kickoff at NRGi Park is set for 8:30 p.m. local time (1:30 p.m. CT), and the match will be broadcast live on ESPN Classic at 1:25 p.

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Uruguay have taken a big step towards qualifying for the FIFA World Cupâ„¢ finals after beating ten-man Costa Rica 1-0 away from home in the first leg of their qualifying play-off.

A first-half goal from Diego Lugano gave Oscar Tabarez's side strong hopes of playing in South Africa next year, following their failure to qualify for the 2006 finals in Germany.

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Uruguay have taken a big step towards qualifying for the FIFA World Cupâ„¢ finals after beating ten-man Costa Rica 1-0 away from home in the first leg of their qualifying play-off.

A first-half goal from Diego Lugano gave Oscar Tabarez's side strong hopes of playing in South Africa next year, following their failure to qualify for the 2006 finals in Germany.

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At the end of day, you can keep your Premier Leagues and your Champions Leagues. Hell, you can even keep your MLS Supporters Shield... The real deal for any football fan worth their salt is the four-yearly spectacle that is the FIFA World Cup Finals, and the good news is there's another one appearing on the horizon as we speak. Click to continue reading...

by Saxon DurrantNew Zealand have done it, a 1-0 win against Bahrain booking their passage to the prime time event on all football calendars, the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Click to continue reading...

The title of ‘most repugnant man in world football' isn't hotly contested. Anyone remotely aware of FIFA Vice-President Jack Warner knows that he'd have got to keep any trophy years ago, and that he'd keep it anyway, even if he was supposed to give it back. To sum up his football administration career, he's a ticket tout and swindler an arrogant, ignorant, thuggish, loutish, borderline racist, dictatorial, political failure.

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Van Persie was stretchered off against Italy.

Going into the international break this weekend, I had a feeling that something bad was going to happen. It's the feeling that many football fans have before every international week; the feeling of impending disaster as we wait to see who the victims of these meaningless matches are.

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Marek Hamsik's penalty kick in the 26th minute was enough for surprise World Cup qualifiers Slovakia to earn a home win against a weakened United States team in an international friendly earlier today. The penalty followed U.S. defender Jonathan Bornstein's push on Vladimir Weiss in the box. Check out our Videos section for game highlights and [. Click to continue reading...

Do you love sport? Are you passionate about photography? Would you like to go to the 2010 FIFA World Cup, sponsored by Sony?

As sports fans get ready for the biggest football event of next year, the Sony World Photography Awards – one of the largest global photographic competitions – is looking to uncover the best amateur football photographs in the world for the 2010 Campaign Award.

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Goal video highlights from the New Zealand vs Bahrain second leg OFC/AFC FIFA World Cup 2010 playoff. Final score :- New Zealand 1-0 Bahrain ( Rory Fallon 45′ ) Result:- New Zealand win the two legged playoff 1-0 on aggregate, and qualify for their first World Cup since 1982. For Bahrain, it is another case of [. Click to continue reading...

It's a busy weekend of futbol, as the MLS Conference Finals take place and the final places in the 2010 FIFA World Cup will begin to become more clear. CONCACAF 4th placers Costa Rica will host Uruguay tomorrow night, and the first leg of the UEFA playoffs will take place. The U.S. National Team, complete with our captain Jimmy Conrad, will play Slovakia tomorrow morning at 9 a. Click to continue reading...