June 18, 2006
South Korea stun France
France’s disappointing start to the World Cup continued when they were held 1-1 by South Korea. In a match that France dominated but were unable to finish off following Thierry Henry’s early goal, South Korea…
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June 18, 2006
Brazil overcome Australia
Two second half goals were enough to secure the points for Brazil after an entertaining Group F encounter against Australia. The 2-0 victory flattered the Brazilian side somewhat and there was sympathy for Australia who…
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June 18, 2006
Stalemate for Croatia-Japan
Croatia and Japan played out a disappointing 0-0 in Nuremberg - a result which does neither team any favours in their pursuit of a place in the last 16. In scorching temperatures neither side was…
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June 18, 2006
World Cup preview – France v South Korea
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June 18, 2006
World Cup preview – Brazil v Australia
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June 18, 2006
World Cup preview – Japan v Croatia
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June 18, 2006
Arena unhappy with elbow
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June 18, 2006
Parreira expecting physical challenge
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June 18, 2006
Lippi angry with players
Italy coach Marcello Lippi was furious with his players after their performance in the 1-1 draw with the United States. "I'm disappointed and angry," said Lippi, after 10-man Italy failed to beat the US, who…
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June 17, 2006
Italy held by USA
Ten-men Italy were held to a 1-1 draw by nine-men USA on a dramatic night in Kaiserslautern. Red cards for De Rossi of Italy, and Mastroeni and Pope of the United States distorted what had…
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June 17, 2006
Ghana stun Czech Republic
Ghana produced the first real shock at the 2006 World Cup when they beat the Czech Republic 2-0 in an enthralling encounter in Cologne. The victory was fully deserved as Ghana simply overwhelmed their opponents…
