Back from the brink
19 November 2009
They’ve done it. They made it tough for themselves in qualifying, but last night Portugal showed every ounce of their fighting spirit to book a place in next summer’s tournament.
The confidence, desire and determination of the 2006 semi-finalists proved decisive as they scored in the second half to make it 2-0 on aggregate.
No way back for Bosnia. No stopping Portugal. Next stop South Africa.
Front runner
17 November 2009
All eyes were on Rooney and Fabiano. But Brazil's newest star in the making never turns down an opportunity to shine.
With a point to prove, Nilmar attacked England’s back line on Saturday and showed the game-changing pace that will cause destruction in South Africa.
Speeding throug ...
Test against the best
15 November 2009
Brazil, five-time winners of football’s greatest prize. The most successful team in the competition’s history. The perfect test for a promising England team.
Brazil face England this weekend. It’s the perfect chance for each side to test their potential as they continue ...