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The group winner could avoid another high-profile match in the next round if Spain tops Group H.

SA departed the WC at the first hurdle but believe Tuesday's win over France provided for a honourable exit.

South Korea reached the second round of the World Cup by holding Nigeria to a 2-2 draw.

Iniesta was substituted in the 77th minute of Spain's 1-0 opening Group H loss after receiving a hard knock.

Cameroon lost 2-1 to Denmark on Saturday night despite taking an early lead and playing some excellent soccer.

England, France, Spain, Germany and Italy have all failed to live up to expectations so far.

The striker broke his right ankle during a collision with United States midfielder Clint Dempsey.

Algeria were good value for their draw and for long spells looked the sharper of the two teams.

Maradona had slammed his old foe Pele on Wednesday, telling he should "go back to the museum".

Tsepo Masilela lined up at left back instead of Lucas Thwale for South Africa.

With no signs of a plan B, Brazil had an uncomfortable night against North Korea.

Brazil's new defense-minded style will be unveiled in the World Cup against North Korea.

England defender Jamie Carragher has backed Robert Green to remain in goal in Friday's match against Algeria.

France has invited 400 people to watch its first public training session of the World Cup on Monday.

Chile is one of the last teams to play its first game in South Africa, taking on Honduras on Wednesday.

Nigeria captain Nwankwo Kanu warned the Argentina not to overlook the African team's strikers.