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New Zealand may have lost their opening FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Group B match 2-1 against Sweden, but the Junior Ferns are the perfect example of how not to be disheartened by a single defeat.
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Undeterred by their loss to hosts Germany in their opening match at the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup 2010, Costa Rica have been looking bright and lively in training, ahead of their second group match on Friday. The young Ticas had the misfortune to kick off their tournament against a determined home nation that was able to count on some impressive backing from the stands.
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The sound of the vuvuzelas are still lingering in the air and an atmosphere of togetherness and celebration continues to reign in South Africa, all thanks to a FIFA World Cup™ that has left an indelible mark on the country and its people. Meanwhile, on the other side of the Atlantic, anticipation is already building for what is sure to be an equally joyous and unforgettable 2014 finals on Brazilian soil.
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The captain and coach of the Dutch team were knighted in the presence of the Prime Minister Tuesday, who called the team an "inspiration" despite its 1-0 FIFA World Cup™ Final defeat by Spain.
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Uruguay coach Oscar Tabarez warned there was more to come from his squad after they secured advancement into the last 16 at the FIFA World Cup™ as the winners of Group A.
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Ghana's Black Stars will be seeking to make history when they face Germany on Wednesday, June 23, at the Soccer City Stadium in Johannesburg.
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As far as Brazil are concerned, the most satisfying aspect of their comprehensive 3-1 win over CĂ´te d'Ivoire on Sunday evening was not the three fine goals they scored or the string of chances they created, but the fact they passed a stern test without having to play their best football.
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Greece have vowed to batten down the hatches against the Argentina strike force in their final Group B match in Polokwane on Tuesday. Argentina have racked up a 1-0 win over Nigeria and a 4-1 dismantling of Korea Republic to sit atop the group, and Aris Salonika midfielder Sakis Prittas admitted that Greece would have their work cut out.
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After getting pent-up grievances out in the open over a post-match beer in Cape Town on Friday, England's unhappy players hope delivering some home truths to Fabio Capello will salvage their FIFA World Cup™ dream.
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