South Africa goalkeeper has strong track record in penalty shootouts
ATLANTA, June 27 : If the first knockout clash at the World Cup on Sunday is forced to post-match penalties, then South Africa's Ronwen Williams is just the man for the job.
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DR Congo president urges team on ahead of must-win World Cup clash with Uzbekistan
June 27 : Democratic Republic of Congo President Felix Tshisekedi has urged his country's national team on in a passionate message ahead of their must-win World Cup clash against Uzbekistan in Atlanta.
Cannavaro shields Uzbekistan from pressure before targeted Congo clash
ATLANTA, June 26 : Uzbekistan coach Fabio Cannavaro has tried to shield his players from the pressure of competing at a World Cup as they prepare for their final Group K match against the Democratic Republic of Congo, but warned they must be ready to suffer.
DR Congo to go on the attack in must-win clash against Uzbekistan
ATLANTA, June 26 : The Democratic Republic of Congo will look to take a more attacking approach for their last World Cup group match, in which only a win over Uzbekistan will keep them in the tournament.
Iran and FIFA refuse to answer questions about Seattle’s World Cup vs. Egypt
SEATTLE: Before coach Amir Ghalenoei or goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand answered any questions Thursday ahead of Iran’s World Cup match with Egypt, a FIFA official spoke up.Daniel Marin, FIFA’s executive director of public relations, read a statement in light of the teams meeting in a “Pride Match” in Seattle on Friday. “This Islamic Republic of the Iran Football Federation has asked us to inform the media that they are only willing to answer questions in relation to the game,” Marin said. “We fully respect the right of all journalists to ask questions.
DR Congo itching to get back on the pitch after Colombia defeat
HOUSTON, June 25 : The Democratic Republic of Congo have always targeted a place in the World Cup knockout rounds on their return to the finals for the first time in 52 years but must beat Uzbekistan in Atlanta on Saturday to realise that dream.
Congo look to expunge bad image while Uzbekistan seek first World Cup points
ATLANTA, June 25 : Victory for the Democratic Republic of Congo in their last group game against Uzbekistan on Saturday will not only offer them the opportunity to advance at the World Cup but help continue expunging a half-century of ignominy.
Portugal and Colombia battle for top spot to dodge heavyweights in last 32
MIAMI, June 25 : When Portugal face Colombia in their final Group K match at the World Cup, both teams will be jockeying to get a result that ensures they avoid a potential nightmare scenario in the round of 32.