Spain, Australia crash out of World Cup

Defending champions Spain have been eliminated from the on-going World Cup in Brazil after they were beaten by Chile 2-0 on Wednesday in the second group B match.

The Europeans couldn't curtail the South Americans who proved to be much of a handful.

Spain however becomes the first defending champion to have lost the first two games and be eliminated from the most glamorous football festival.

In another development, Socceroos of Australia have also been eliminated after losing their second match to Netherland in a competitive affair which ended 2-3 in favour of the Dutch.

Australia's top scorer Tim Cahill also grabbed a sensational goal which qualifies for the tournament's best at the moment.

What's left of the group is mere formality between Australia and Spain while the Netherlands will tackle Chile tot ascertain who tops the group.

Adios Spana

Balotelli heads Italy past England

Super Mario headed home from a Candreva's across to secure Italy's victory in their opening Group D game against England on Saturday night.

Excited Balotelli caught winking at the Camera in the Photo.

Engaged! Balotelli gets a "YES" from his girlfriend

Mario Balotelli left his Italian teammate in Brazil to propose to his new girlfriend Fanny Neguesha.

The Italian striker confirmed the news on his instagram page with picture of the engagement ring.

Italy will play England in their first World Cup opening match on Saturday.

Drogba celebrates 100Caps for Ivory Coast

Just after the International friendly match against Bosnia, Didier Drogba could not hide his feelings as he took to Instagram to thank all his home fans and we'll wishers even haters.

He wrote on his wall " After two months of competition I returned to what I love most, football.

"I wish we had won the game against Bosnia but wearing this Jersey and represent my country 100times has always been a privilege.

"Thanks to all my team mates in this team from the day I start until now, thank you to my fans for the unconditional love and also all the critics that always make me work harder to get close to my dream... Make ivory coast one of the best team in the world."

Ronaldo, Alves lunch campaign to lure Ibrahimovic to the World Cup

Although his country didn't qualify to participate in the Brazil 2014 World Cup, after being beaten by Portugal in the play-off, Zlatan Ibrahimovic may yet make it to Rio but on separate grounds.

Barcelona defender Dani Alves, Ronaldo Delima and other Brazilian citizens want to see the amazing PSG star during the mundial.

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"Never judge strikers by goals alone" - Eto’o

Many have been quick to criticize Chelsea forward Fernando Torres and some other strikers across the globe for being less potent during the season.

Do you agree with Samuel Eto’o on his view as seen in this Image? Could that also be the reason why Torres is going to the world cup? Many questions demanding answers.

Nasri, Clichy missing in France's World Cup Squad

Samir Nasri has been left out of France's World Cup squad. This was revealed when Didier Deschamps unveiled a 23-man list plus seven standby players on Tuesday.

The Manchester City midfielder has been labelled "troublemaker" in the national team but was part of the team that saw the team through the play off though not impressive in the campaign.

Read more here on SUPERSPORT.COM

Nigeria enjoyed FIFA's favouritism to make 2014 World Cup - Ethiopia Coach

Former Ethiopia coach Sewnet Bishaw  has stated claims that world football’s governing body (FIFA) conspired to see them miss out on a place at the 2014 World Cup.

But Bishaw, who was relinquished of his duties with the Ethiopian national team following their failure to qualify, said “bringing the game into disrepute”.

“FIFA didn’t want us (Ethiopia) to qualify (for the World Cup) because who knows Ethiopian football and who wants us to qualify when we were playing against the current African Champions,” the coach told Football411 in an  interview.

“We played our hearts out and we wanted to win and qualify for the World Cup but FIFA didn’t like that. They awarded penalties for them (Nigeria) which were never penalties, and these things happens because FIFA wants them to qualify for the World Cup.

“It was a shame for Ethiopian football because we fought from the (first) blast of the whistle to the end. For me, Nigeria didn’t deserve to qualify because they were aided by FIFA, which is not good for the game of football.”

Certainly, this man needs to be reminded that his Walia Antelopes lost both home and away in their qualifying play-off against Nigeria, with the Super Eagles winning 2-1 in Ethiopia before securing a 2-0 victory at home in the return leg.

Brazil to send Army to Rio slums to quell violence

Reports have it that there have been series of bombing and attacks on the Police in Rio de Janeiro lately, a city set to host about seven matches when the World Cup kicks off in June this year.

The Governor has therefore hinted that the entire city will be taken over by the Army prior to the World Cup in order to maintain peace and order when delegates and participants arrive Brazil.

Guardian.co.uk reports...

BRAZIL 2014 WORLD CUP: Know what your country will wear

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It doesn't matter how your country picked up the World Cup ticket, what is germane is that your nation will be represented wither well or otherwise.

We are not talking tactical or field action now, what we are looking at is how your players will be dressed while playing. 

Just as the World Cup is played on new grounds, with new balls, it would do to also have new jerseys which is what forms the basis of this write up.

Check out what the 32 countries will be wearing right from the friendly games into the competition proper. Find out Here >> Sportsmail

Ahead of Brazil 2014: Super Eagles may face Scotland

As part of preparations towards the forth coming FIFA World Cup in Brazil, reports indicate that the Nigeria Super Eagles may face Scotland in friendly game.

BBC Sports report that Scotland have been offered an opportunity to face Nigeria at Fulham's Craven Cottage sometime in May.

The last time both teams met was in 2002 when Nigeria came from behind to beat the Scottish side 2-1.

Meanwhile, Nigeria have been confirmed as one of the participants in a ''Road to Brazil'' tourney organized by the MLS.