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We owe Beckenbauer a ‘hell of a lot’ – Bayern president
Bayern Munich have thrown their weight behind troubled club icon Franz Beckenbauer.
Brazil’s Andrade Gutierrez to admit World Cup bribes – Folha paper
One of Brazil's largest builders, Andrade Gutierrez, will confess to paying bribes for 2014 FIFA World Cup contracts and business with state-run companies
Beckenbauer unhappy with German FA over World Cup affair
Franz Beckenbauer, the former World Cup-winning player and coach is unhappy with the German FA's response to his offer.
Hannover midfielder Kiyotake breaks foot with Japan
Hannover midfielder Hiroshi Kiyotake is set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines after fracturing his foot while training with Japan.
Sanchez hits out after flurry of cards in Chile defeat
Alexis Sanchez launched another fusillade in Chile's football feud with Uruguay after the South American champions were hammered 3-0 in Montevideo.
U.S. held in qualifier, wins for Mexico and Costa Rica
The United States were held to a frustrating 0-0 draw by Trinidad and Tobago on Tuesday but Mexico and Costa Rica managed victories.
Inspired Costa leads Brazil to 3-0 win over Peru
An inspired performance from Douglas Costa helped Brazil to a 3-0 win over Peru and lifted them into third place in the South American qualifying group.
Ecuador punish blundering Venezuela to notch fourth win
Ecuador ruthlessly exposed Venezuela's defensive frailties on their way to a 3-1 win which kept them top of the South American World Cup qualifiers.
Biglia goal gives Argentina vital win over Colombia
Argentina midfielder Lucas Biglia scored a 20th minute goal to kick-start their World Cup qualifying campaign with a 1-0 away victory over Colombia.
Top African sides reach World Cup qualifying group stage
Africa’s top sides all booked places in next year's decisive World Cup qualifying group phase after coming through their knockout ties on Tueday.
Second half goals ease Nigeria past brave Swaziland
Goals from Moses Simon and Efe Ambrose eased Nigeria into the final pool stages of African World Cup qualifying after they defeated brave Swaziland.
Japan top in World Cup group after struggle to beat Cambodia
Japan edged closer to their sixth World Cup finals on Tuesday after a lacklustre 2-0 win over bottom side Cambodia.
