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- FIFA rejected Ireland’s request to replay its World Cup qualifier against France on Friday, while Thierry Henry said a rematch would be “the fairest solution” to resolve the furor over his extra-time hand ball that set up the deciding goal.
Thierry Henry denied Friday that he was a cheat but said the "fairest solution" would be to replay the France-Ireland World Cup playoff that was decided by his hand ball.
Serbian police say they have arrested another suspect in the fatal attack on a French soccer fan in Belgrade two months ago.
France coach Raymond Domenech says he and his players see no reason to apologize for the Thierry Henry handball against Ireland that put the team into the World Cup.
FIFA ruled out the possibility of replaying the disputed France-Ireland World Cup qualifier on Friday, rejecting an Irish appeal to stage the playoff again after Thierry Henry handled the ball to set up the deciding goal in extra time.
Irish soccer officials accused Thierry Henry of damaging the integrity of the game when he blatantly handled the ball to set up the goal that booked France's place at next year's World Cup in South Africa.
Soccer players just can't be trusted to be honest and Thierry Henry proved that by choosing to play volleyball against Ireland, blatantly handling the ball for the goal that sent France to the World Cup.
Egyptian soccer fans burned Algerian flags and rioted outside the Algerian Embassy in Cairo, smashing cars and shop windows, in an escalating row between the two countries over a bitter World Cup rivalry.
The owner of Real Salt Lake is selling a stake in the soccer team to a Utah real-estate developer.
Ireland appealed to France and soccer authorities Thursday to replay their World Cup playoff after an obvious hand ball by Thierry Henry produced the winning goal.
The flags of the 32 nations that qualified for the 2010 World Cup are flying in Johannesburg.
German prosecutors investigating match-fixing in soccer say 15 people in Germany and two in Switzerland have been arrested and about 200 games in Europe are under suspicion.
France qualified for its fourth consecutive World Cup when officials missed an obvious hand ball by Thierry Henry that led to William Gallas' overtime goal in a 1-1 tie against Ireland on Wednesday night.
West Ham is selling lingerie after singer Katy Perry wore a top made out of three jerseys at this month's MTV Europe Music Awards.
Soccer authorities in Cyprus say all fans will need to show state identity cards to buy tickets for domestic league matches in a bid to curb violence at games.
The only obstacle between David Beckham's Los Angeles Galaxy and a Major League Soccer championship is an MLS Cup opponent that barely made the playoffs after finishing the regular season with a losing record.
The first rock was thrown with such force that it traveled through the bus, smashing windows on its way in and out, Michel Gaillaud, a French doctor, recalls.
Nine members of two high school girls' soccer teams have been suspended for their roles in a fight that sparked a brawl in the bleachers.
Serbian President Boris Tadic faces a fine for allegedly drinking champagne at a stadium with his sports minister and the head of the soccer federation.
FIFA suspended Iraq from soccer because of political interference in the national federation.
Virginia Commonwealth University has fired men's soccer coach Tim O'Sullivan.
Iraq could face action from FIFA after its Olympic committee dissolved the Iraqi Football Association.
Officials at Greek club Larissa say Mexican striker Antonio de Nigris has died in the central Greek city.
Beckham says he'll be ready to play Sunday in MLS CupDavid Beckham's injured right ankle will not keep him from playing Sunday in MLS Cup.
Henry says 'fairest solution' is to replay gameThierry Henry says the "fairest solution" is to replay the France-Ireland World Cup playoff after he set up the deciding goal with a hand ball.
FIFA rules out replaying France vs. IrelandFIFA ruled out the possibility of replaying the disputed France-Ireland World Cup qualifier on Friday, rejecting an Irish appeal to stage the playoff again after Thierry Henry handled the ball to set up the deciding goal in extra time.
BBC News - Egypt recalls Algerian envoy as football row deepensThe Egyptian government has recalled its ambassador to Algeria following complaints about violence toward football fans, reports say. The move comes hours after Algeria's ambassador in Cairo was summoned to the Egyptian foreign ministry.
France, Greece qualify for World Cup on final dayFrance qualified for its fourth consecutive World Cup when officials missed an obvious hand ball by Thierry Henry that led to William Gallas' overtime goal in a 1-1 tie against Ireland on Wednesday night.
New Toronto FC coach comes with experience - thestar.comToronto FC is set to announce the hiring of a new coach on Thursday. General manager Mo Johnston is expected to introduce his former teammate, Predrag "Preki" Radosavljevic, will become the club's fourth coach in four Major League Soccer seasons.
US loses to Denmark 3-1 in final match of 2009AARHUS, Denmark (AP) -The United States finished its 2009 schedule with a 3-1 loss to Denmark, losing its second straight match on a quick tour that was the last time Europe-based players will gather before March.
US loses to Denmark 3-1 in final match of 2009AARHUS, Denmark (AP) -The United States wasted an early goal by Jeff Cunningham and lost a World Cup warmup 3-1 to Denmark on Wednesday night, the final match of 2009 for the Americans.
Disputed goal helps France reach World CupFrance qualified for its fourth consecutive World Cup, getting a disputed overtime goal from William Gallas in a 1-1 tie against Ireland on Wednesday night.
France hopes fans get behind team against IrelandPARIS (AP) -France coach Raymond Domenech hopes Saturday's hard-fought 1-0 win in Ireland proves a turning point in persuading the moody French fans to finally get behind their team during Wednesday's return leg of the World Cup playoff.
Algerian youths trash Egypt Air officeALGIERS, Algeria (AP) -Youths in Algiers trashed Egypt Air's local office Monday, two days after Algeria's national football team lost to Egypt in a World Cup qualifying match to force a playoff. No one was injured.
FIFA warns Iraq to stop meddling in soccerZURICH (AP) -Iraq faces suspension from world soccer if it does not restore the disbanded national federation by Thursday.
Egypt-Algeria: when fair play diedPARIS (AP) -The first rock was thrown with such force that it traveled through the bus, smashing windows on its way in and out, Michel Gaillaud, a French doctor, recalls.
Denmark faces United States in exhibition matchAARHUS, Denmark (AP) -Both the United States and Denmark will be without several regular players when they face each other Wednesday in an exhibition.
9 RI high school girls suspended for soccer fightNine members of two high school girls' soccer teams have been suspended for their roles in a fight that sparked a brawl in the bleachers.
Youths in Marseille defy police after Algeria loseMARSEILLE, France (AP) -Youths in the southern French city of Marseille have clashed with police and smashed windows after Algeria lost to Egypt 2-0 in a World Cup qualifier.
Anelka goal gives France 1-0 win at IrelandDUBLIN (AP) -Nicolas Anelka scored with the help of a deflection in the 72nd minute, and France defeated Ireland 1-0 Saturday night in the first leg of a playoff for a World Cup berth.
US awaits Slovakia in World Cup warmupThe U.S. soccer team gets to see what life is like without scoring leader Landon Donovan.
O'Neill delighted with American keepersAston Villa manager Martin O'Neill has an affinity with American goalkeepers and believes the ones he has worked with are some of the best to play the game after working with such players as Brad Friedel, Brad Guzan and Kasey Keller.
LA Galaxy Player Named MLS Rookie Of The Year21-year-old LA Galaxy defender Omar Gonzalez has won the 2009 MLS Rookie of the Year award...
Liverpool Want £14million for LucasAccording to the mirror, Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez values Brazilian midfielder Lucas Leiva at £14million and would not consider selling him for any less.
Lampard Withdraws From England SquadChelsea midfielder Frank Lampard has withdrawn from the England squad to play Brazil on Saturday after sustaining a thigh injury in training.
Spurs Goalkeeper Injured In Motorcycle AccidentTottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Carlo Cudicini has been rushed into hospital after a road traffic accident. Spurs goalkeeper injured in car crash
Will Montero and Ljungberg leave Sounders FC?The return of offensive forces Fredy Montero and Freddie Ljungberg to Sounders FC is not guaranteed.
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