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Zimbabwe confirm 'home' World Cup qualifier against South Africa to be played in Durban

The Zimbabwe Football Association have confirmed their home World Cup qualifier against South Africa on 10 October will be played at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban.

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PSL clubs to cash in as FIFA extends Club Benefits Programme to World Cup qualifiers

Premier Soccer League clubs stand to cash in from FIFA’s newly expanded Club Benefits Programme, which, for the first time, will reward teams for releasing players for World Cup qualifiers, and not just the final tournament.

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Newcastle United's Yoane Wissa set to miss crucial World Cup qualifiers

Newcastle United striker Yoane Wissa is set to miss up to five weeks of action after picking up an injury while on international duty with the DR Congo.

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Omar Marmoush injury a major blow for City ahead of Manchester derby

Manchester City forward Omar Marmoush faces an anxious wait over his fitness after suffering a knee ligament injury while on international duty with Egypt.

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Siphiwe Tshabalala reflects on fruits of 2010 FIFA World Cup goal

Bafana Bafana legend Siphiwe Tshabalala has admitted his 2010 FIFA World Cup goal helped elevate his global status and recognition, and also opened doors that he never thought possible.

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Italy axe head coach Luciano Spalletti after Norway defeat

Luciano Spalletti has been dismissed as head coach of the Italian national team following a disappointing 3-0 loss to Norway in Friday's World Cup qualifier.