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Some of the world's hottest soccer players are competing in the 2010 World Cup. More

The Competitors

23 Players Carry Hopes Of U.S. To World Cup

A World Cup roster contains 23 names. Find out who made it onto Bob Bradley's team for South Africa. More

Meet The World Cup Teams

World Cup 101

How Does The World Cup Work?

Thirty-two teams will be in South Africa, each with dreams of hoisting the ultimate prize in soccer. Find out how FIFA chooses a champion. More

Who Has Won The World Cup?

Teams have played for the World Cup since 1930, but only seven nations have ever won. More

Tournament Overview

When Will USA Play?

Find out when to catch Team USA in action. More

Full World Cup Schedule

Scores And Group Standings

Video

Love Or Hate It, Vuvuzela Not Going Away

The name in Zulu roughly translates into "making a lot of noise" and the vuvuzelu horn certainly does -- and many soccer fans love it. More

Inmates Take On Soccer Fans

A special soccer game in South Africa is between English football fans and South African prison inmates. More

US Uncertain About Injured Goalkeeper

U.S. World Cup coach Bob Bradley isn't sure if goalkeeper Tim Howard suffered broken ribs in a collision with England's Emile Heskey during Saturday's opening match in South Africa.

USA Soccer Gets Boost From World Cup Tie

An early goal for England and gift from their goalkeeper had the fans in the stands in fits as England and the United States tied 1-1. More

SAfrica Bars Report Bumper Beer Sales

Bars and restaurants across South Africa are reaping the rewards of bumper beer sales as tens of thousands of fans watch their teams compete for the World Cup. More

Slideshows

Brazil Beats North Korea In World Cup Debut

Maicon and Elano scored a goal apiece in the second half and Brazil broke through a solid North Korea defense to win its first 2010 World Cup match 2-1 on a frigid Tuesday night. More

World Cup Opens With Dazzling Display

The first World Cup ever held in Africa opened Friday in a dazzling burst of joy, color and noise -- and just a tinge of sadness. More

Buddle's 2 Goals Lead US Over Australia 3-1

The United States beats Australia 3-1 in the team's last warmup game prior to its World Cup opener against England. More

Altidore, Dempsey Gave US 2-1 Win Over Turkey

Jozy Altidore and Clint Dempsey scored second-half goals, giving the United States a 2-1 exhibition win over Turkey on Saturday in the Americans' last game before leaving for the World Cup. More

U.S. Loses World Cup Warm-Up 4-2