World Cup Update - Goncalves set to ignore his critics

 

Goncalves set to ignore his critics
Angola performed commendably in their narrow 1-0 defeat by Portugal and the defensive strategy adopted by their coach Luis Oliveira Goncalves, the only African manager at the tournament, looks likely to be repeated against Mexico...
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Milosevic stays positive
In an exclusive interview with FIFAworldcup.com, Serbia and Montenegro captain Savo Milosevic explains why everyone in Ilija Petkovic's injury-hit squad is still loving the FIFA World Cup experience...
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Underdogs face high-flying Mexico
Hanover will be the stage for the first-ever meeting of Mexico and Angola, and Friday s historic encounter could go a long way to deciding FIFA World Cup qualification from Group D...
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Indian summer across Germany
FIFAworldcup.com caught up with a very special football fan on the Inter City Express train from Leipzig to Berlin...
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World Cup Update - Every 'Duck' has its day

 

Every 'Duck' has its day
There were major question marks over Roberto Abbondanzieri ahead of Germany 2006, but the Rosario-born goalkeeper's sparkling performance against C te d Ivoire has gone some way to answering his critics...
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Balkan bravado needed against Argentina
An intriguing tactical battle is promised when Argentina and Serbia and Montenegro meet in Gelsenkirchen given both coaches' ability to put the shackles on the opposition...
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Underdogs face high-flying Mexico
Hanover will be the stage for the first-ever meeting of Mexico and Angola, and Friday s historic encounter could go a long way to deciding FIFA World Cup qualification from Group D...
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Elephants chasing their first points
After a baptism of fire against Argentina, it will not get any easier for newcomers C te d Ivoire as they take on the Netherlands in Stuttgart...
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Kone: We must stop Robben
C te d'Ivoire striker Arouna Kone knows all about the threat posed by Netherlands and he warns that Arjen Robben is the player who can cause most damage to the Africans' cause when the teams meet in Stuttgart on Friday...
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Milosevic stays positive
In an exclusive interview with FIFAworldcup.com, Serbia and Montenegro captain Savo Milosevic explains why everyone in Ilija Petkovic's injury-hit squad is still loving the FIFA World Cup experience...
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Goncalves set to ignore his critics
Angola performed commendably in their narrow 1-0 defeat by Portugal and the defensive strategy adopted by their coach Luis Oliveira Goncalves, the only African manager at the tournament, looks likely to be repeated against Mexico...
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Heitinga highlights quest for perfection
FIFAworldcup.com hears from Netherlands defender John Heitinga on why Marco van Basten's team are proving so difficult to please...
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World Cup Update - Milosevic stays positive

 

Milosevic stays positive
In an exclusive interview with FIFAworldcup.com, Serbia and Montenegro captain Savo Milosevic explains why everyone in Ilija Petkovic's injury-hit squad is still loving the FIFA World Cup experience...
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Elephants chasing their first points
After a baptism of fire against Argentina, it will not get any easier for newcomers C te d Ivoire as they take on the Netherlands in Stuttgart...
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Balkan bravado needed against Argentina
An intriguing tactical battle is promised when Argentina and Serbia and Montenegro meet in Gelsenkirchen given both coaches' ability to put the shackles on the opposition...
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Bravo cheer for Mexico
Fresh from his stunning two-goal performance against Iran, the free-scoring Mexico striker Omar Bravo spoke exclusively to FIFAworldcup.com about his objectives for Germany 2006...
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World Cup Update - SWEDEN 1-0 PARAGUAY

 

SWEDEN 1-0 PARAGUAY
Freddie Ljungberg's 88th-minute header earned Sweden a 1-0 victory over Paraguay in Berlin to leave the Scandinavians strongly positioned to take second place in Group B and eliminate Paraguay...
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Budweiser Man of the Match: Freddie LJUNGBERG (SWE)
Freddie Ljungberg was "the man who made the difference" with his goal in Sweden's 1-0 win over Paraguay and he was duly recognised as the Budweiser Man of the Match...
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SWEDEN-PARAGUAY: Coaches' Quotes
Read what Lars Lagerback and Anibal Ruiz had to say about Sweden's 1-0 win over Paraguay in Berlin's Olympiastadion...
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SWEDEN-PARAGUAY: Players' Quotes
"A victory like this gives you an extra edge," said Sweden's Henrik Larsson after a dramatic 1-0 victory over Paraguay. Read on for more reaction...
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Dazzling debut fires Spanish dreams
Spain have seldom got off to a good start at the FIFA World Cup but their 2006 campaign began in style against Ukraine with a performance that earned lavish praise in the Spanish press...
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Ecuador go forward as Rooney comes back
On a day of firsts, Ecuador secured their place in the Round of 16 while Wayne Rooney stepped on to the world stage as England joined them there by overcoming gallant Trinidad and Tobago. Sweden look poised to follow thanks to Freddie...
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'Eriksson's changes were crucial'
The arrival of two quick wide men in Aaron Lennon and Stewart Downing helped England finally break down Trinidad and Tobago, according to FIFA TSG member Rodrigo Kenton...
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ENGLAND-TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO: Players' Quotes
"You haven t seen the best of us yet," said David Beckham after England eventually broke down Trinidad and Tobago's spirited resistance...
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World Cup Update - Germany and Ecuador into last 16

 

Germany and Ecuador into last 16
Host nation Germany and Ecuador became the first teams to book their places in the Round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup following the South American team s 3-0 defeat of Costa Rica in Hamburg...
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World Cup Update - Favourites on form as sun comes out to play

 

Favourites on form as sun comes out to play
The opening 16 matches at the 2006 FIFA World Cup Germany have more than matched their pre-tournament billing. With a high standard of play and a healthy goal average, all the ingredients appear in place for an excellent tournament...
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Budweiser Man of the Match: Agustin Delgado (ECU)
Ecuador forward Agustin Delgado was named Budweiser Man of the Match for his impressive all-around performance in a 3-0 win over Costa Rica...
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Lemerre defends Tunisia switches
Coach Roger Lemerre defended his decision to take off key players against Saudi Arabia after his Tunisia team slumped from being a goal up to scrambling a 2-2 draw in injury time...
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Korea and Germany the best so far
Korea Republic and Germany were the most impressive teams in the first round of matches at 2006 FIFA World Cup Germany , according to the statistics...
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Ronaldo back with squad after health scare
Brazil's star striker Ronaldo was taken to hospital in Frankfurt after feeling unwell at the FIFA World Cup but medical tests showed nothing wrong with him, the Brazil Football Confederation (CBF) said.
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Germany and Ecuador into last 16
Host nation Germany and Ecuador became the first teams to book their places in the Round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup following the South American team s 3-0 defeat of Costa Rica in Hamburg...
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'Ecuador show meaning of team play'
FIFA Technical Study Group member Teofilo Cubillas praised Ecuador for their tremendous team effort in beating Costa Rica...
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World Cup Update - GERMANY-POLAND: Players' Quotes

 

GERMANY-POLAND: Players' Quotes
FIFAworldcup.com rounds up the reaction to hosts Germany's second win of this FIFA World Cup against Group A rivals Poland in Dortmund...
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