Argentina seek home friendlies against major opponents (Reuters)

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A friendly between world champions Spain and Argentina at the River Plate stadium on Tuesday (2000 GMT) could be the start of a new era in visits from high-profile teams with an eye on the 2014 World Cup in Brazil.

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Argentina seek home friendlies against major opponents (Reuters)

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A friendly between world champions Spain and Argentina at the River Plate stadium on Tuesday (2000 GMT) could be the start of a new era in visits from high-profile teams with an eye on the 2014 World Cup in Brazil.

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US Soccer signs Bradley to four-year extension (AP)

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Bob Bradley has agreed to a contract extension Monday that will see him remain coach of the U.S. football team until after the 2014 World Cup. U.S

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Gomes dropped from Brazil squad because of injury (AP)

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The Brazilian football federation says goalkeeper Gomes has been dropped from Brazil’s squad because of a right leg muscle injury. Gomes sustained the injury with Tottenham in the Premier League team’s 4-0 win over Young Boys in the Champions League on Wednesday

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Argentina to meet Brazil and Japan in friendlies (Reuters)

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Argentina, looking to move on from a disappointing World Cup and try to win the Copa America at home next year, will meet arch-rivals Brazil in a friendly in Qatar in November.

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Scolari allowed to coach after cursing accusation (AP)

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World Cup-winning coach Luiz Felipe Scolari has been found not guilty of cursing at a referee in Brazil, escaping a suspension that could have reached 12 matches. Scolari had been accused of offending a referee in Palmeiras’ 2-0 win over Atletico Paranaense in a Brazilian league match on Aug. 14, when he was ejected in the second half after harsh complaints.

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Mancini expects Robinho to leave Manchester City (AP)

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Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini expects Robinho to leave the Premier League club before the transfer window closes at the end of the month. Mancini says he would be happy if Robinho remains at City but believes the Brazil forward, who was sent on loan to Santos last season, “wants to play in Italy or Spain.” Mancini said Roque Santa Cruz could join Italian side Lazio, which is…

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Maracana work for 2014 World Cup gets underway late (Reuters)

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Refurbishment work on Rio de Janeiro’s giant Maracana stadium for the 2014 World Cup in Brazil began on Tuesday six months behind schedule.

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Brazil to play Argentina twice in 2010 (AP)

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South American rivals Brazil and Argentina will play friendlies in November and December. Officials say the teams will meet in Qatar on Nov.

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IBSA World Blind Football Championship 2010 – England v Brazil Match Highlights

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Day seven of the IBSA World Blind Football Championship 2010.

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