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Brazil earn hard-fought 2-1 win
Maicon and Elano scored a goal apiece in the second half .
Upson frustrated by lack of England action
"It is frustrating not to get on - I am desperate to play my part," Upson said.
Iniesta available for Spain's WC opener
Andres Iniesta will be available for the World Cup match against Switzerland after taking part in a full training session.
Netherlands ready to win WC: Nigel de Jong
The midfielder said a large chunk of the team has played together for years and are now at the peak of their powers.
Serbia hint changes for Germany game
Coach Radomir Antic conceded said playing in their maiden tournament as an independent nation got to Serbia.
Agger targets win against the Netherlands
Denmark is being tipped to compete with Cameroon and Japan for the vital second place in this group.
Weird goals, missed passes: blame the ball
Players and coaches are complaining about the new high-bouncing World Cup ball that has resulted in goalkeeping blunders.
Ronaldo aims to end 15-month goal drought
Cristiano Ronaldo has said he is not concerned by his failure to score for his country in 15 months of international football.
No chants, no nuance equals no atmosphere
The constant drone of cheap and tuneless plastic horns is killing the atmosphere at the World Cup.
Mexico striker Hernandez hopes to repeat history
Javier Hernandez's family has a long footballing tradition, and the Mexico striker will try to repeat history.
Brazil not too experienced despite oldest squad
Brazil will begin the World Cup with the oldest squad at the tournament, but not the most experienced one.
England left to bemoan tale of two keepers
England's Robert Green committed a shocking error while USA's Tim Howard produced a dependable display.
Maradona says Argentina too forgiving
Maradona says it seemed like his players "couldn't see the goal" as they squandered numerous scoring opportunities.
Capello warns Rooney to show respect to referees
England manager Fabio Capello wants Wayne Rooney to put up a disciplined performance and show respect to referees.
SA aim for Round of 16 with opening win
The Mexicans are the better team, but South Africa has improved steadily and are very fit.
England players warned by Capello
Captain Steven Gerrard said the England players have been told to control their aggression.