2010 FIFA World Cup Headlines

Soccer and the prisoners of apartheid

The prisoners of South Africa's Apartheid regime, including Nelson Mandela, used soccer as a form of resistance while imprisoned on Robben Island.

Beckham leaves Finland clinic after surgery

David Beckham left the clinic Wednesday where the former England captain had surgery for a torn Achilles' tendon, an injury that will keep him sidelined for about six months.

Ivory Coast still without a coach

With just over 80 days to go to South Africa, there is still no word from the Ivory Coast of the appointment of a coach for the upcoming World Cup.

LIVE SOCCER CHAT: Nigel Reed

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Mexico-England World Cup warmup on May 24

England will host Mexico in an exhibition game at London's Wembley Stadium on May 24 as its prepares for its World Cup opener against the United States.

Keys, Peas will rock FIFA crowds

Alicia Keys, Black Eyed Peas and a dozen other artists have been announced for a concert to be performed in Johannesburg during the World Cup.

Ronaldinho not a lock for World Cup

AC Milan's Ronaldinho didn't wrap himself in glory at Old Trafford last week, which could mean the Brazilian won't be on the plane to South Africa in June.

Pim Verbeek's status still up in the air

The speculation's been mounting for months but still no one knows for certain what Australia coach Pim Verbeek plans to do after the World Cup.

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Beckham up and about after surgery

With his celebrity wife at his side, David Beckham was back on his feet and walking on crutches Tuesday after surgery to repair the torn Achilles tendon.