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Spain determined not to emulate Dutch
Dutch side of the 1970s who were widely praised for their delightful playing style but ended up trophyless.
Forlan passed fit to face Germany
Forlan has scored four times in the WC so far, just one fewer than Wesley Sneijder and David Villa.
Oscar out to prove oracle octopus wrong
Uruguay coach Oscar Tabarez thinks it's time to prove Germany's oracle octopus wrong.
Germans in no mood for partying
Germany, who lost 1-0 to Spain in Wednesday's semi-final, face Uruguay in the third place playoff in Port Elizabeth on Saturday.
Octopus Paul to forecast WC final
Paul will first pick the winner of the third-place playoff game before selecting the winner for the final.
World Cup: Ode to the perfect pass
For the climax of the World Cup, it is all coming down to the art of the perfect pass.
Arsenal signs French defender Koscielny
The English Premier League club said on Wednesday that the 24-year-old Koscielny signed a "long-term contract."
Octopus Paul could be in a soup if Spain win
Many outlets in his native Germany that sell Octopus dishes have their eyes on him if Spain win tonight's game.
Germany revived by new generation
Germany has regained its place among the great teams in the world even if it fails to win a fourth World Cup title.
Uruguay carry South America's hopes
South America's sole survivor Uruguay stole the limelight on Sunday in their quest to surpass Europe's three World
Paraguay's Cardozo inconsolable over penalty miss
Cardozo had the opportunity to give Paraguay the lead, but his spot kick was saved by goalkeeper Iker Casillas.
Gyan's miss propels Uruguay into semis
The wild win sent the South Americans into the World Cup semifinals for the first time in 40 years.
Paraguay must close down Spain: Villar
Villar, who turned 33 on Wednesday, plays for Valladolid in the Spanish league.
Argentina is the favourite, says Germany coach
Loew said he expected a close game when the two teams play each other in the quarterfinals in Cape Town on Saturday
Great chance for Higuain to surpass El Diego
Argentina's latest poster boy Gonzalo Higuain stands a strong chance to surpass his coach.
Brazil's Elano set to return against Chile
Brazil midfielder Elano has recovered from an ankle knock and is fit to face Chile.