Yorke hopes to text England to victory over Sweden

Saudi player returns home after mother's death

McBride is a bloodied marvel, says Keller

FIFA persuades Togo players not to boycott Switzerland match

Germany may rest some players, but not Ballack

Don't expect Michael Ballack to hold back against Ecuador. The Germany captain is carrying a yellow card and risks missing the second round match if he is not careful in Tuesday's game.

Owen not panicking about lack of World Cup goals

Michael Owen isn't panicking about his lack of World Cup goals so far. He knows they'll come.

Lampard slams ex-internationals over England criticism

Frank Lampard has lashed out at ex-international players who have criticised England's start to the World Cup.

We never gave up, says Beckham

Captain David Beckham said England's two late goals in the 2-0 win over Trinidad & Tobago on Thursday sounded a warning to their World Cup rivals about the strong character of his team.

Ronaldo dizzy, Germans giddy

Brazil striker Ronaldo, jeered off the field after a lacklustre World Cup performance on Tuesday against Croatia, has undergone medical examinations after complaining of dizziness.

Brazil gambling on Ronaldo after scare

Brazil coach Carlos Alberto Parreira said he was prepared to gamble on Ronaldo for Sunday's game against Australia after the striker suffered an illness scare.

Give Rooney time to find best, says Beckham

England captain David Beckham hailed Wayne Rooney's return on Thursday but warned the striker needed time to produce his best.

Ahn lets Korean team mates argue his case

South Korea striker Ahn Jung-hwan is putting the team's World Cup success before personal glory, leaving team mates to argue he deserves a starting role.