Can Ethiopia really make the World Cup?

Having begun their qualification way back in November few expected the Black Lions of Ethiopia to still be standing – yet they are now just a possible 180 minutes from a first ever appearance at football’s biggest spectacle.

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African World Cup Qualification Review

Cape Verde were the undoubted stars of the final round of games, as they picked up possibly the biggest win in their history, claiming a 2-0 win in Tunisia that takes them to within two games of the World Cup.

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African World Cup Qualification Preview

With another round of fascinating, and most likely bewildering, round of African World Cup qualifiers on the horizon, we preview some of the key contests as the second round enters its final round of games. The Ivory Coast, Egypt and Algeria have already booked their spot in the final playoff round and whilst those nations can use their final fixture for experimental purposes – there are a handful of other nations sweating over the remaining seven slots.

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England don't stand a chance with Roy Hodgson

In the past we have had high hope; however in recent years those dreams have disappeared and even then we struggle to get out of the group stage. From Roy Hodgson’s half hearted tactical display in the Euro’s last year to Rob Green’s mistake in South Africa... just as it was all going so well. I suppose having the most diverse top league in world football does have a downside, one that you may rightly think severely damages preparation, quality, selection and fitness of our national team.

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The World Cup Qualifiers: A Global Perspective

Although still in relative infancy in Europe, the Brazil 2014 qualification campaign for many other continents began in earnest as far back as June 2011. With under 500 days to go until the finals, we look outside of Europe at the countries most likely to make it to the upcoming World Cup.

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African Cup of Nations 2013 Group A Preview

The African Cup of Nations 2013 begins in 5 days with South Africa, the hosts, taking on tournament debutants Cape Verde. With the Zambian underdogs leaving Gabon triumphant in 2012, it goes to show that anyone can win this years trophy.

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