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Soccer-Former U.S and Fulham striker McBride to retire

September 4, 2010

Former United States World Cup striker Brian McBride will retire at the end of the current Major League Soccer season, his club Chicago Fire said Friday.

Soccer-Argentina seek home friendlies against major opponents

September 4, 2010

A friendly between world champions Spain and Argentina at the River Plate stadium on Tuesday (2000 GMT) could be the start of a new era in visits from high-profile teams with an eye on the 2014 World Cup in Brazil.

Soccer-Joint Iberian World Cup bid earns FIFA praise

September 4, 2010

FIFA ended a four-day visit to inspect Spain and Portugal's 2018 or 2022 World Cup bid by praising the countries' capacity to co-ordinate effectively in hosting a joint event.

Soccer passion should transfer from World Cup

September 4, 2010

The 2010 World Cup in South Africa pushed soccer back into the mainstream light, and college students especially began to watch soccer with extreme passion. Their passion doesn’t have to stop with the World Cup, as MSU’s soccer team’s are worth watching as well.

Soccer Star Brian McBride Calling it Quits

September 4, 2010

One of Chicago's most famous soccer players, Brian McBride, is retiring at the end of this year's MLS season.

Soccer-Klose aims for fourth World Cup in 2014 aged 36

September 4, 2010

Germany striker Miroslav Klose has set his sights on the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, saying he hoped to be still playing in the national team until then even though he will be 36.

Soccer-Argentina planning England match next year - agent

September 4, 2010

Big soccer rivals Argentina and England could play a friendly on Feb. 9, 2011, the man charged with organising the South American team's international calendar said on Thursday.

Soccer-Torres brace helps Spain to Liechtenstein win

September 4, 2010

Fernando Torres scored twice to help world and European champions Spain to a 4-0 away win over Liechtenstein on Friday in their Euro 2012 Group I qualifier.

IPC titles World Soccer, Racecar Engineering and Classic Boat in consultation

September 4, 2010

IPC Media is in consultation with staff across three more magazines as part of the group review of its specialist titles, namely World Soccer, Racecar Engineering and Classic Boat.