New Zealand's Thomas hopes long road back from injury leads to World Cup
March 26 : For years, New Zealand midfielder Ryan Thomas wondered if his international career had slipped away somewhere between operating tables and endless rehab sessions.
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Premier League move puts Brobbey in World Cup contention
AMSTERDAM, March 25 : A change of scenery to the Premier League has proven the perfect tonic for striker Brian Brobbey, returning to the line-up for the Netherlands this week after a year out of the team.
Tomiyasu ruled out of Japan squad for games against Scotland, England
March 25 : Takehiro Tomiyasu has been ruled out of Japan's friendlies against Scotland and England due to injury, denting the Ajax Amsterdam defender's hopes of making it into the squad for this year's World Cup in North America.
Nathan Collins always believed Troy Parrott could shine on biggest stage
Nathan Collins always knew Troy Parrott had the potential to be a star as they grew up together in the Republic of Ireland ranks.
Martin Odegaard left ‘very frustrated and grumpy’ by injury blow – Norway boss
Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard has been left “very frustrated and grumpy” by his latest injury setback, according to Norway boss Stale Solbakken.
Dutch connection gives Suriname another chance at World Cup qualification
March 24 : Suriname have had plenty of past interest in the World Cup but living vicariously through former colonial power the Netherlands will no longer be necessary if they can get through this week's inter-confederation playoffs in Mexico.
Netherlands attacker Lang to miss Norway friendly after surgery
AMSTERDAM, March 24 : Netherlands attacker Noa Lang will miss Friday's friendly against Norway after having surgery on his hand but could return for their match against Ecuador next week, the team said.
Victoria Mboko advances to Miami Open quarterfinals, defeating doubles partner Mirra Andreeva
Canada's Victoria Mboko earned a 7-6 (4), 4-6, 6-0 fourth-round win over Russia's Mirra Andreeva on Monday at the Miami Open tennis tournament.