PREVIEW-Soccer-Africa’s World Cup teams aim to get back on track (Reuters via Yahoo! Australia & NZ Sports)
JOHANNESBURG, Feb 28 (Reuters) - Africa’s World Cup representatives have a chance to redeem themselves on Wednesday after disappointing performances at the African Nations Cup.

Defender Pope wants Cup shot (Miami Herald)
From a giddy, first-time World Cup participant to admired veteran describes Eddie Pope’s journey with the U.S. national team. And as he acknowledges the inevitable end of his U.S. playing career, Pope seeks inclusion in one final World Cup run.

World Cup coming Down Under (News Interactive)
THE FIFA World Cup soccer trophy will be coming to Sydney, after a last-minute change to FIFA’s whirlwind world tour.