Big names provide small returns at the World Cup

The big teams came, saw, but failed to conquer the hearts of fans and South Africa with their footballing flair. Some of them managed to stay on but couldn't keep the momentum going,......

Brazil beat Ivory Coast but Kaka sent off

Brazil showed their true World Cup colours on Sunday, turning on the turbo to beat Ivory Coast 3-1 in Group G with two goals from Luis Fabiano securing their place in the last 16. But Brazil's......

Ronaldo, Kaka on FIFA's world player shortlist

Cristiano Ronaldo and Kaka, the last two winners of the World Player of the Year award, have been included in a FIFA shortlist for this year's accolade. The 23-man shortlist was drawn up by FIFA's......

Kaka on top of the world

AC Milan playmaker Kaka added to his remarkable haul of trophies and titles on Monday when he was named FIFA World Player 2007 at the FIFA World Player of The Year Gala 2007 at the Zurich Opera......

Kaka named FIFA's World Player of Year

AC Milan playmaker Kaka added to his remarkable haul of trophies and titles on Monday when he was named FIFA World Player 2007. The 25-year-old Brazilian international beat Barcelona forward......