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Fifa Soccer World Cup opening ceremony
Photos from the Fifa Soccer World Cup opening ceremony in Johannesburg
A big day for football, a giant leap for a continent
The image of Africa in many minds is of a Hopeless Continent - but more than just a football stadium is being reborn.
<i>World Cup:</i> Matches to savour this weekend
Our football experts highlight the key matches to look out for as the World Cup gets underway in South Africa this weekend.
South African youngsters show off their soccer skills
Herald photographer Brett Phibbs captures South African youngsters showing their skills in the beautiful game on a dusty pitch next to the All Whites’ training venue in Johannesburg.
Soccer: Rejected player follows Brazil as fan
JOHANNESBURG - Alexandre Pato is following Brazil around South Africa as a fan after failing to make his country's World Cup squad.
Ladies of night chase World Cup score
Some Kiwi ladies are hoping for a different kind of score when the soccer World Cup kicks off this weekend in South Africa.
Soccer: Mexico face difficult choice for South Africa clash
JOHANNESBURG - Mexico's main doubt going into Friday's World Cup opener against host South Africa is the identity of its striker. Will it be veteran Guillermo Franco or youthful Javier "Chicharito" Hernandez?
Soccer: Socceroos vow to regroup
MULDERSDRIFT - The Socceroos have vowed to regroup and take inspiration from reserve goalkeeper Brad Jones' bravery after the family tragedy which looks certain to force him out of the World Cup.
Soccer: All is happy in the house of Elliott
Simon Elliott's journey has been a long and hard one - and will hopefully reap some reward in South Africa this month.
Top 10 reasons to be optimistic about the All Whites
The NZ Herald finds 10 genuine reasons to believe the All Whites might find success in South Africa.
Maori Party to seek Govt rugby apology
The Maori Party will go to Parliament seeking an apology from the Government for the exclusion of Maori players from the All Black tours to apartheid-era South Africa.
Soccer: Bertos on mentors and memories
The Miramar kid recalls those who inspired him on his Cup path, writes Chris Rattue.
Soccer: Greece sticks with favourites for South Africa
ATHENS - AEK Athens midfielder Grigoris Makos and Panionios defender Giorgos Tzavelas were dropped without surprise for Greece's final World Cup squad on Tuesday.