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Rio Ferdinand suffers World Cup 2010 injury scare

04/06/2010

England defender Rio Ferdinand has been taken to hospital after sustaining a knee strain during a squad training session for the 2010 World Cup.

The Manchester United centre-half was dogged by persistent back trouble during the domestic season...

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Jamie Carragher happy to play anywhere at World Cup 2010

27/05/2010

Liverpool star Jamie Carragher has told England manager Fabio Capello that he will be happy to play a flexible role in defence during the team's World Cup 2010...

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World Cup 2010 news: Ledley King not keen on holding midfield role

26/05/2010

England defender Ledley King has said that he is reluctant to play in midfield if Gareth Barry does not recover from an injury in time for World Cup 2010.

The...

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World Cup 2010 news: Scoring return for Ledley King

25/05/2010

Ledley King did his chances of making it into the final World Cup 2010 squad no harm by scoring on his return to international football.

The Tottenham...

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South Africa World Cup news: Darren Bent ruled out of Mexico clash

24/05/2010

Darren Bent's chances of making the South Africa World Cup have been dealt a major blow after the forward was ruled out of the warm-up match against Mexico.

The...

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King can be one of World Cup 2010's best defenders, says Crouch

21/05/2010

Peter Crouch has backed Ledley King to be one of the stand-out defenders at World Cup 2010.

Both Tottenham players have made England boss Fabio Capello's...

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Fabio Capello 'unsure of first choice South Africa World Cup keeper'

19/05/2010

It is still unknown who will secure the position of goalie at the South Africa World Cup.

The Telegraph's Jason Burt reported from Austria that Joe Hart,...

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David James desperate to start at South Africa World Cup

18/05/2010

David James has spoken of his intense desire to play at the South Africa World Cup later this year.

Speaking to the Sun, he recalled operations he had...

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World Cup 2010 news: Frank Lampard unaffected by FA Cup penalty miss

18/05/2010

Frank Lampard is not deterred by recent failures to score penalties.

The midfielder told the Sun that he was glad to keep the role for World Cup 2010...

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John Terry backed by Ancelotti to shine at South Africa World Cup

17/05/2010

Carlo Ancelotti has stated his faith in a "focused and fit" John Terry for the South Africa World Cup this year.

Terry has been under stress,...

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David James 'should start at World Cup 2010'

17/05/2010

England's number one at World Cup 2010 should be David James, David Seaman has said.

Seaman rejected the idea that, at 39, James is too old for the position.

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Rio Ferdinand to put injury woes behind him at World Cup 2010

14/05/2010

Rio Ferdinand has insisted that England fans booking World Cup 2010hospitality packages this summer...

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John Terry confident of making South Africa World Cup

13/05/2010

The South Africa World Cup is still on the cards for former England captain John Terry despite his injury scare.

At least this is a suggestion of a statement...

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World Cup 2010 news: John Terry needs scan after training ground injury

12/05/2010

Fabio Capello has been given a major World Cup 2010 selection headache after John Terry picked up a foot injury in training.

The knock comes the day...

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World Cup 2010 news: Will Capello choose Hargreaves over Barry?

11/05/2010

Speculation is rising ahead of Fabio Capello announcing his World Cup 2010 squad - and injured Gareth Barry could miss out.

Later today, My 11th 2010,...

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Theo Walcott 'a dead cert for South Africa World Cup place'

10/05/2010

England's line up for this summer's South Africa World Cup is expected to include 23-year-old Arsenal player Theo Walcott.

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger...

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Wayne Rooney will be fit for World Cup 2010, says Fergie

10/05/2010

As World Cup 2010 looms ahead, Sir Alex Ferguson has stepped out to calm English fears by saying Wayne Rooney will be fit for the football calendar's main...

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World Cup 2010 news: Wayne Rooney 'as influential as Raul and Baresi'

06/05/2010

Wayne Rooney is expected by coach Fabio Capello to play a vital role for the England team during the World Cup 2010.

In a Press Association article on...

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South Africa World Cup news: Ledley King certain to make England squad, says Redknapp

04/05/2010

Tottenham Hotspur manager Harry Redknapp has backed injury prone defender Ledley King to be on the plane with the England squad for the South Africa World Cup...

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World Cup 2010 news: Phil Jagielka could make England squad, says Neville

04/05/2010

Phil Jagielka has a decent chance to get into the England squad for the Fifa World Cup 2010, according to his captain at Everton.

The Liverpool Echo...

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South Africa World Cup news: Gareth Barry backs England to see off Spain and Brazil

27/04/2010

Gareth Barry has backed England to overcome Brazil or Spain if they face off against either side at the South Africa World Cup.

Both countries are being...

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World Cup 2010 news: Ledley King 'assured of place in South Africa'

27/04/2010

Ledley King has reportedly been told by Fabio Capello that he will be a part of England's World Cup 2010 squad if he can steer clear of injury.

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South Africa World Cup news: Fernando Torres dreaming of England v Spain final

21/04/2010

Fernando Torres has said his dream South Africa World Cup final would be a clash between Spain and England.

The Liverpool forward, who is hoping he will...

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South Africa World Cup news: Is John Terry a guaranteed starter for England?

19/04/2010

John Terry's position as one of Fabio Capello's first-choice centre-halves for the South Africa World Cup could be under threat.

The Chelsea captain,...

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South Africa World Cup news: Ferguson right to play Rooney against Bayern, says Capello

15/04/2010

Fabio Capello has said he did not mind Wayne Rooney being rushed back from injury to face Bayern Munich so close to the South Africa World Cup.

The England...

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FIFA World Cup news: Aaron Lennon hit with new injury scare

14/04/2010

Aaron Lennon's chances of featuring in England's FIFA World Cup plans have been dealt a fresh blow.

The Tottenham winger has not played in 2010 having...

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World Cup 2010 news: Take Wilshere, says Owen Coyle

13/04/2010

Jack Wilshere would be a useful addition to England's squad for World Cup 2010, according to Owen Coyle.

The Bolton Wanderers manager has worked with...

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South Africa World Cup news: England better equipped than Azzurri, says Ancelotti

12/04/2010

Chelsea manager Carlo Ancelotti believes England have a better chance of achieving South Africa World Cup glory than his native Italy.

Despite the Azzurri's...

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World Cup 2010 news: Ridgewell hoping to catch Capello's eye

09/04/2010

Liam Ridgewell has said his versatility could put him in the reckoning for England's World Cup 2010 squad.

The Birmingham City defender is able to play...

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South Africa World Cup news: Rooney injury 'is not serious', says Ferguson

08/04/2010

Sir Alex Ferguson has insisted Wayne Rooney's latest injury scare will not damage his chances of making the South Africa World Cup.

The Manchester United...

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World Cup 2010 news: Lennon and Cole back in training

07/04/2010

England boss Fabio Capello has received a timely boost ahead of World Cup 2010 with the return to training of Ashley Cole and Aaron Lennon.

Tottenham...

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World Cup tickets: USA's Altidore relishing England meeting

06/04/2010

Football fans with World Cup tickets will see a fired-up USA side take on England, according to Jozy Altidore.

The USA striker, who is currently on loan...

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South Africa World Cup news: Capello says Milner is England's most improved player

30/03/2010

James Milner will be counting down the days to the South Africa World Cup after Fabio Capello all-but confirmed the midfielder will be a part of his plans...

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Scott Carson rules out his FIFA World Cup chances

29/03/2010

Scott Carson believes there is no chance of him winning a place in England's FIFA World Cup squad.

The West Bromwich Albion goalkeeper has been in fine...

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FIFA World Cup news: Gerrard unhappy with form

26/03/2010

Steven Gerrard has said he hopes his form improves before he sets off on England's FIFA World Cup campaign.

The Liverpool captain's patchy performances...

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South Africa World Cup news: Zamora impresses as Capello watches on

25/03/2010

Bobby Zamora did his chances of featuring at the South Africa World Cup no harm by impressing in last night's (March 24th 2010) FA Cup replay between Fulham...

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World Cup 2010 news: James Milner 'could be England's star player'

23/03/2010

James Milner has the ability to become the star of England's World Cup 2010 campaign, according to Aston Villa club captain Stiliyan Petrov.

The ex-Newcastle...

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South Africa World Cup news: Martinez hails Kirkland as one of England's best

22/03/2010

Chris Kirkland should be in Fabio Capello's mind for selection to the South Africa World Cup squad if he continues his current performances.

The Wigan...

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Clint Dempsey shows form ahead of World Cup 2010

19/03/2010

Clint Dempsey showed evidence he is heading back to full fitness ahead of World Cup 2010 when he scored a spectacular winner in Fulham's shock victory over...

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South Africa World Cup news: Robinson out for 'up to a month'

16/03/2010

Paul Robinson's chances of making England's South Africa World Cup squad have suffered a blow after he tore a calf muscle while facing former club Tottenham.

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Fifa World Cup news: O'Neill backs Downing and Young to replace Beckham

15/03/2010

Martin O'Neill has said that David Beckham's injury could open the door for two of his youngsters to win selection for the Fifa World Cup.

Beckham's...

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South Africa World Cup news: Gary Neville not ruling out England call-up

12/03/2010

Gary Neville is prepared to rescue Fabio Capello from his crisis over who to choose at right-back for the South Africa World Cup.

The Manchester United...

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Fifa World Cup news: Darren Bent 'is as good as anyone in the Premier League'

11/03/2010

Anton Ferdinand has said Darren Bent is in line to partner Wayne Rooney at the Fifa World Cup.

The centre-back said his Sunderland team-mate is as good...

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World Cup 2010 news: Wes Brown 'will be back from injury within six weeks'

09/03/2010

Wes Brown could yet be included in England's World Cup 2010 squad after Sir Alex Ferguson revealed he should take no longer than a month and a half to recover...

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South Africa World Cup news: Kevin Davies 'would not let England down'

08/03/2010

Kevin Davies could be the ideal partner for Wayne Rooney at the South Africa World Cup.

This is according to his manager at Bolton Owen Coyle, who watched...

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Michael Owen ruled out of South Africa World Cup

05/03/2010

Michael Owen will definitely be missing from Fabio Capello's squad for the South Africa World Cup.

The hamstring injury the Manchester United striker...

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South Africa World Cup news: Peter Crouch hopes to have 'staked a claim' on England place

04/03/2010

Peter Crouch is hoping his two goals against Egypt will push him higher up the pecking order for England's South Africa World Cup squad.

The Tottenham...

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Fifa World Cup news: Pick Crouch over Cole or Heskey, says Cascarino

03/03/2010

Tony Cascarino has insisted that Peter Crouch should be ahead of Carlton Cole and Emile Heskey in Fabio Capello's Fifa World Cup plans.

In an article...

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South Africa World Cup news: Leighton Baines eager for England selection

02/03/2010

Leighton Baines has expressed his desire to stake a place in Fabio Capello's South Africa World Cup plans.

The Everton defender is likely to be one of...

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World Cup 2010 news: Wayne Rooney says John Terry is still a leader

01/03/2010

Wayne Rooney has thrown his support behind John Terry ahead of World Cup 2010 by declaring the England squad still looks up to the centre-half.

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World Cup 2010 news: Michael Owen needs games, says Fabio Capello

24/02/2010

Fabio Capello has maintained that Michael Owen has no chance of making England's World Cup 2010 squad if he does not start appearing regularly for Manchester...

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South Africa World Cup news: Pearce plays down Terry, Bridge situation

23/02/2010

The situation between Wayne Bridge and John Terry will cause no acrimony for England at the South Africa World Cup, according to Stuart Pearce.

Former...

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2010 World Cup news: Wenger backs Theo Walcott for selection

22/02/2010

Theo Walcott will be back to his best in time for the selection of England's 2010 World Cup squad, according to Arsene Wenger.

The Arsenal manager admitted that his young winger, who was a member of the Three Lions' World Cup tour to Germany...

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South Africa World Cup news: Darren Bent challenges Defoe's consistency

19/02/2010

Darren Bent has admitted his dreams of playing in the South Africa World Cup have been helped by the fact that the Premier League season is a marathon, not...

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World Cup 2010 news: Martin O'Neill backs Downing and Warnock for England

18/02/2010

Stephen Warnock and Stewart Downing still have the opportunity to force their way into Fabio Capello's plans for World Cup 2010.

According to their club...

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South Africa World Cup news: David Beckham praises Rio Ferdinand as a 'great captain'

17/02/2010

David Beckham has become the latest star to back Rio Ferdinand as England captain ahead of the South Africa World Cup.

The AC Milan midfielder lost out...

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World Cup 2010 news: England captaincy 'would be a burden to Wayne Rooney'

16/02/2010

Frank Lampard has said Rio Ferdinand is the right man to lead England at World Cup 2010.

The Chelsea midfielder said Ferdinand is the perfect choice...

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South Africa World Cup news: Don't rush Joe Hart, urges McLeish

15/02/2010

Joe Hart deserves to go to the South Africa World Cup with England - but Fabio Capello should not rush the youngster into the number one jersey.

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World Cup tours news: Fabio Capello laments possible loss of Ashley Cole

12/02/2010

Ashley Cole has become one of the latest players who could miss out on their country's World Cup tours this summer.

The Chelsea and England left-back...

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World Cup tours news: Fabio Capello is up for England v Italy final

11/02/2010

Football fans will end their World Cup tours by witnessing an England v Italy final, if Fabio Capello gets his way.

The England boss echoed the words...

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World Cup tickets news: England place would be dream come true, says Ashley Young

10/02/2010

Ashley Young has expressed his excitement at the prospect of representing England in front of fans with World Cup tickets this summer.

The reigning PFA...

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John Toshack backs England for South Africa World Cup glory

09/02/2010

England are one of the three favourites to win the South Africa World Cup, according to Wales boss John Toshack.

Wales are set to meet their neighbours...

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South Africa World Cup news: Ferguson delighted at Rio Ferdinand's England captaincy

08/02/2010

Sir Alex Ferguson has welcomed the move to make Rio Ferdinand England captain ahead of the South Africa World Cup.

Ferdinand was unveiled as the next...

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Marcello Lippi dreams of meeting England in World Cup final

05/02/2010

Marcello Lippi has said his dream World Cup final would be a meeting between his Italy side and Fabio Capello's England.

The Italy manager, who guided...

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World Cup 2010 news: England are a great team, says del Bosque

02/02/2010

Vincente del Bosque has picked England out as one of the favourites to win World Cup 2010.

The Spain coach's side will start as one of the most hotly-tipped...

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FIFA World Cup tours news: 100 up for Wayne Rooney

01/02/2010

Wayne Rooney has scored his 100th Premier League goal and won praise from Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson in the run-up to the FIFA World Cup.

The...

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South Africa World Cup news: Frank Lampard backs Joe Cole for England selection

29/01/2010

Frank Lampard has backed Joe Cole to feature in Fabio Capello's South Africa World Cup squad.

The England midfielder praised his Chelsea teammate for...

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South Africa World Cup News: Wayne Rooney praises Capello influence

27/01/2010

Wayne Rooney will be hoping he can repay Fabio Capello at the South Africa World Cup for his current fine form.

The Manchester United striker has netted...

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FIFA World Cup news: Wayne Rooney doesn't need a break, says Alan Shearer

26/01/2010

Fabio Capello should not be worried about Wayne Rooney being overworked in the run-up to the FIFA World Cup, Alan Shearer has said.

Rooney has been in...

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World Cup 2010 news: Wayne Rooney not keen for a rest

25/01/2010

Wayne Rooney has said that he is not keen on taking a break from club football ahead of England's World Cup 2010 campaign.

The Manchester United striker...

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FIFA World Cup news: David Beckham backs Defoe and Rooney to shine

22/01/2010

David Beckham has backed Wayne Rooney and Jermain Defoe to shine at the FIFA World Cup.

The former Manchester United midfielder, who is currently on...

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World Cup 2010 news: Warnock putting club before country

21/01/2010

Stephen Warnock has said he is less concerned with playing in World Cup 2010 than he is about achieving success at Aston Villa.

The full-back has been...

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Wayne Rooney can be star of South Africa World Cup, says Sir Alex Ferguson

15/01/2010

England football fans have been told by Sir Alex Ferguson that Wayne Rooney has the potential to be the best player at the

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World Cup tours news: Fabio Capello 'is unsure of his best keeper'

13/01/2010

England football fans are likely to see a battle for the national team's goalkeeping position ahead of the forthcoming World Cup, Gordon Banks has said.

The...

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World Cup tour news: Darren Bent determined to claim England squad place

11/01/2010

Darren Bent has revealed his eagerness for World Cup tour fans to catch him in action during the tournament this summer.

The Sunderland forward has netted 13 times so far this season, which has led many pundits to speculate that he could be in...

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World Cup tour news: David Beckham shines for AC Milan

07/01/2010

David Beckham's performance on his second AC Milan debut suggested that England fans planning a World Cup tour will get to see him in action in South Africa this summer.

The veteran midfielder made the first appearance of his latest loan spell...

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World Cup Tour news: Fabio Capello set for knee surgery

05/01/2010

England coach Fabio Capello may be hoping that his leading players steer clear of the surgeon's knife before embarking on this summer's World Cup tour, but he has not been so fortunate himself.

The Italian is to undergo a knee replacement procedure...

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World Cup Tour news: Capello 'should take Hart'

31/12/2009

Football fans booking a World Cup Tour may agree that Joe Hart should be in England's squad.

Reuters blogger Neil Maidment has argued the case for Birmingham City's on-loan stopper being on the plane to South Africa next summer.

He pointed...

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World Cup Tour news: Beckham is 'crazy' about the tournament

30/12/2009

David Beckham is looking forward to going to South Africa next summer as much as those booking World Cup Tour packages, if Fabio Capello's recent comments are anything to go by.

The England manager told Italian news provider La Gazzetta dello...

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World Cup Tour news: Klinsmann predicts 'evenly matched tournament'

23/12/2009

Those who book World Cup Tour packages to follow England will enjoy an evenly-matched tournament, if one former player and manager's predictions are anything to go by.

Asked by Fifa.com about whether Fabio Capello's men can triumph in South...

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World Cup Tour update: Will Crouch fire England to glory?

22/12/2009

Those booking World Cup Tour packages may agree that Peter Crouch should be in England's squad.

Blackburn Rovers boss Sam Allardyce has backed the giant striker for a place on the plane to South Africa after watching him score a brace for...

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World Cup Tour news: England announce Egypt warm-up

22/12/2009

Soccer fanatics planning to follow England on a World Cup Tour in South Africa next summer could excited by the news that Fabio Capello's men are to play a tournament warm-up match.

The Three Lions will take on Egypt at Wembley on March 3rd 2010...

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World Cup Tour news: Could DaMarcus Beasley be a threat to England?

21/12/2009

Soccer fans planning to book World Cup Tour tickets could get the chance to watch DaMarcus Beasley in action against England.

The Glasgow Rangers winger told AFP he is hoping to gain a spot on the USA's plane to South Africa next summer.
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World Cup Tour news: 'No question mark' over Rio Ferdinand's fitness

18/12/2009

Rio Ferdinand has vowed to be one of the players football fans will be able to see on a World Cup Tour package.

The Manchester United defender said he is currently working on his fitness in the gym in an effort to ensure he is in England manager...

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World Cup Tours news: Could James Milner force his way into Capello's thoughts?

17/12/2009

James Milner may be one of the England players those who book World Cup Tours will be able to watch in South Africa next year, if one commentator's words are anything to go by.

Daily Express correspondent Niall Hickman has suggested the Aston...

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Kaka could be one of the players to watch on a World Cup Tour

17/12/2009

Football fans who book World Cup Tour tickets may be hoping Brazilian Kaka regains his fitness ahead of the summer 2010 tournament.

The Real Madrid star said he is hoping to overcome a groin problem to return to the field in January.

Kaka,...

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Fifa World Cup experience news: England 'can win South Africa tournament'

16/12/2009

Sports fans who book a World Cup experience or corporate hospitality package at a Lord's Test match will see England win.

This is according to cricketer Graeme Swann, who wrote a column for the Sun predicting a Test win against South Africa...

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Will Owen Hargreaves be part of your Fifa World Cup experience?

16/12/2009

Fabio Capello has not ruled out the chance that Owen Hargreaves will be one of the players football fans will be able to see on a World Cup experience trip.

The England coach said the Manchester United midfielder must regain his fitness and force...

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Could your World Cup experience take you to Cape Town's new "spectacular stadium"?

15/12/2009

Those anticipating a World Cup experience trip to South Africa next summer may be excited to learn that the Green Point stadium has finally opened.

Officials from the city of Cape Town received the keys to the building yesterday (December 14th)...

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World Cup experience news: Serbia 'must start well in South Africa'

15/12/2009

People looking forward to watching Nemanja Vidic in action on a World Cup experience package in South Africa next year may be interested in the Serbian's latest thoughts on the tournament.

The Manchester United stopper told the Press Association...

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Book a 2010 Fifa World Cup experience to beat the ticket rush?

15/12/2009

Football fans may decide that booking a 2010 World Cup experience is a better bet than entering the lottery of the ticket draw, if recent data is anything to go by.

Over 500,000 requests have already been submitted to Fifa for entrance to the...

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World Cup Tour Package news: Owen 'should go to the finals'

14/12/2009

People who book Fifa World Cup Tour Package tickets will be able to watch Michael Owen in action, if Sir Alex Ferguson gets his way.

Manchester United's boss has talked up the striker's chances of being in Fabio Capello's squad for the tournament...

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England v Italy final to top off Fifa World Cup 2010 Tours Package experience?

11/12/2009

A Fifa World Cup Tours Package will culminate in an England versus Italy final - that is if Three Lions manager Fabio Capello gets his way.

The Italian has revealed he would love to take his employers into battle with his homeland, explaining...

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