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Looking back on Nigeria's 2010 World Cup campaign, marred by scandal and controversy

Nigerian football has never been inured from controversy, especially at major tournaments. Their first FIFA World Cup appearance in 1994 saw allegations of indulgent behavior come to light post-event; in 1998, players revolted against Philip Troussier and his "unfamiliar" deployment of the 3-5-2 formation, leading to the last-minute appointment of Bora Milutinovic; and then 2002, when coach Amodu Shuaibu and about two-thirds of the team suffered a cull for supposed indiscipline and disrespect. Those... from ESPN FC - World Cup News https://ift.tt/3h6FRFc
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Ghana at the 2010 World Cup: An oral history of the Black Stars' campaign in South Africa

Ghana's run to the FIFA World Cup quarterfinals in 2010, the first edition to be hosted on African soil, remains one of the greatest performances in the continent's sporting history, and one of the most memorable campaigns since the tournament began in 1930. African teams have reached the World Cup quarterfinals only three times, and no team has got closer to the final four than Ghana, who were eliminated on penalties by Uruguay after a 1-1 draw and a controversial finale in Johannesburg. ESPN spoke... from ESPN FC - World Cup News https://ift.tt/2Uq377q
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Juan Carlos Osorio doubted Mexico players believed they could beat Brazil

Herculez Gomez reacts to LAFC striker Carlos Vela's comments about playing for Mexico at the Olympics. Herculez Gomez says having Jurgen Klopp in charge wouldn't have improved Mexico's 2018 World Cup performance. Former Mexico coach Javier Aguirre says he made one of the worst mistakes of his career at the 2002 World Cup. Former Mexico coach Juan Carlos Osorio said he was met with silence when he asked El Tri's players if they could defeat Brazil in the Round of 16 of Russia 2018 World Cup and has questioned whether Mexico had the quality to pull it off. Osorio's team defeated Germany in the opening game of the tournament and then picked up three points against South Korea, before falling to Sweden in the final group game and eventually losing 2-0 to Brazil in the Round of 16. - ESPN+: Stream ESPN FC TV daily and  from ESPN FC - World Cup News https://ift.tt/3gIuNxV
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Brazil's 7-1 World Cup loss to Germany still haunts the Selecao

ESPN's 2014 World Cup crew describe the emotion and pain that came with the host nation's defeat vs. Germany. Brazilian legend Pele explains why winning the World Cup in Mexico was his best memory in a Brazil shirt. Real Madrid and Brazil defender Marcelo shows he hasn't lost his touch during the break. In these long months without football, there is a natural tendency to search for a happy space, to relive glorious moments from the past. Brazilian TV has certainly been indulging in the temptation. No other country can surely have been replaying too many matches from the Confederations Cup, but Brazil have won it so many times that such games can be wheeled out once more and used as morale boosters. The country has also relived the World Cup triumphs of 1994 and 2002. - ESPN+: Stream ESPN... from ESPN FC - World Cup News https://ift.tt/3dnKWGO
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How the 1970 World Cup in Mexico changed the face of global soccer forever

Brazilian legend Pele explains why winning the World Cup in Mexico was his best memory in a Brazil shirt. Herculez Gomez sees nothing wrong with Argentina pursuit of Borussia Dortmund and USMNT youngster Gio Reyna. Sid Lowe disagrees with Giorgio Chiellini sympathising with Luis Suarez for his bite during the 2014 World Cup. MEXICO CITY -- The 1970 FIFA World Cup in Mexico stands alone as a landmark event featuring a parade of innovations vital to soccer's development. It was the first World Cup to be globally broadcast, the first to be played outside of Europe and South America, the first to feature staples such as penalty cards and substitutions, and the first to realize significant commercial potential. In short, Mexico '70 -- which kicked off 50 years ago May 31 -- left a deep imprint in the sport's collective memory. -... from ESPN FC - World Cup News https://ift.tt/3gCEtK8
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Coronavirus can affect calendar for years, could impact 2022 World Cup - UEFA official

Gab Marcotti explains why Premier League clubs are hesitant to resume the season. Mark Ogden and Gab Marcotti react to reports of Premier League players not wanting to play during a pandemic. Montreal Impact manager Thierry Henry speaks about MLS returning and the struggles of living in lockdown. The coronavirus pandemic could affect football's international calendar for "two to three years" and potentially affect the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, a member of UEFA's executive committee has said. The virus, which has infected over 3.13 million people globally causing more than 218,000 deaths, has wreaked havoc on the football schedule with Euro 2020 postponed to 2021 and national leagues and continental club competitions on hold. - Stream new episodes of ESPN FC Monday-Friday on ESPN+ - Stream... from ESPN FC - World Cup News https://ift.tt/3bTppFw
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Brazil's 1982 'specialists in losing' now serving as an inspiration

Herculez Gomez recalls his "Greatest Game" as he scored a goal vs. Brazil in a 2012 international friendly. Herculez Gomez says Neymar made some of his teammates look foolish in his "Greatest Game" vs. Brazil in 2012. Gab Marcotti believes Barcelona will need to sell Philippe Coutinho if they seriously want to re-sign Neymar. In this long, dry time without live football it is only natural that, choosing old matches to re-run, countries look for a "happy space" -- a time of triumph and joy. Brazil has already sat down to watch the final of the 2002 World Cup. It is currently enjoying the entire campaign from 1970, and is going as far as to dredge up Confederations Cup finals of the past. All of them, of course, are times when Brazil won the trophy. - ESPN's Insider Notebook: Mourinho chose Liverpool, pulled man from... from ESPN FC - World Cup News https://ift.tt/2KiS36y
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U.S. could still host 2022 World Cup - ex-FIFA president Blatter

Ale Moreno explains why the USMNT need to improve before World Cup qualifying. Uefa general secretary Gianni Infantino talked about the Qatar World Cup and the upcoming Fifa presidential elections. Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger said it makes sense to hold the 2022 Qatar World Cup in the winter months, but admitted it will have an impact on European league schedules. Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter has said the United States would be capable of hosting the 2022 World Cup amid fresh corruption claims against Qatar. The Gulf state will host the tournament in December 2022, the first time it has not taken place during the June-July slot, but preparations have been mired in controversy. - Stream new episodes of ESPN FC Monday-Friday on ESPN+ - Stream every episode of 30 for 30: Soccer Stories on ESPN+ "Germany could do it. But this would mean the World Cup... from ESPN FC - World Cup News https://ift.tt/2wLdCK4
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Coronavirus fears spiking anxiety, depression in professional footballers - FIFPro study

Gab Marcotti says players need to be completely transparent with donations made to aid the coronavirus fight. Barcelona's players and supporters come together to show their support in the fight against coronavirus. There has been a spike in anxiety and depression among professional football players during the COVID-19 crisis, a study has found. Australia's player union, Professional Footballers Australia, conducted research with FIFPro, the global representative body for professional footballers, with more than 150 Australian players participating in the study across March and April. - Stream new episodes of ESPN FC Monday through Friday on ESPN+ - Stream every episode of 30 for 30: Soccer Stories on... from ESPN FC - World Cup News https://ift.tt/2XIr64p
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