The Bafana-Bafana really have their eyes on the big one in their own country in two years' time - but don't rule out a surprise in Ghana over the coming weeks. Posted January 21, 2008 by Greg Smith
The nation is divided over the successor to World Cup-winning coach Jake White after the South African Rugby Union president's hint that Peter De Villiers' colour may have influenced the decision. Posted January 10, 2008 by Larry Kwirirayi
The Blues have won plenty of trophies and showcased a raft of brilliant players over the last 20 years. But the Welsh custodian takes pride of place in one Evertonian's collection. Posted March 29, 2008 by Kenny Harper
Youth and perhaps Holland hold the key to success in a footballing world more and more driven by money. Posted December 14, 2006 by James Ketchell
Manchester United go to Southend, Chelsea face Aston Villa. Posted October 26, 2006 by Reuters
The Middlesbrough boss grabbed the headlines by claiming the Manchester United wizard dived to win a penalty in December. Now he's retracted the allegation - and says he believes Ronaldo tripped. Posted March 11, 2007 by RepublikOfMancunia.org
Saints are in danger of relegation to League One and behind the scenes is a whirlwind of confusion and disruption. Sportingo writer Graham Fisher looks at just what is going on down on the south coast. Posted March 26, 2008 by Graham Fisher
Another mixed season saw Boro show they can match the Big Four on their day, waste a golden chance of FA Cup glory - and slam eight goals in their final Premier League match. But Gareth Southgate is finally bringing stability and the omens are good for 2008-9. Posted May 14, 2008 by 101greatgoals.com
After narrowly avoiding relegation to League One, the Saints have turned to 1978 World Cup Final defender Jan Poortvliet as their new manager. But will he turn into a Strachan or a Wigley? Posted June 03, 2008 by Graham Fisher
The early signs from new Saints boss Jan Poortvliet are that he is determined to stamp his authority on the club - if he can control the returning Rupert Lowe, that is. Posted July 09, 2008 by Graham Fisher
Steve Tilson is one of England's brightest young managers but it could be he has achieved everything he can at Southend. Maybe it's time for a change at Roots Hall. Posted September 11, 2008 by Graham Fisher
There have been plenty to choose from but Bob Baker reckons grumpy Scot Souness is his worst Premier League manager ever. Posted May 31, 2008 by Post and Out
The key to being a great manager is consistency. Unfortunately for Souey, he's consistently bad. His dire record in the Premier League must surely rank him as the worst we've seen. Posted April 14, 2008 by Claire Bee
The battle at the top is tense, but this Watford supporter knows that fans of the teams at the bottom are the ones who are really struggling. Posted March 19, 2008 by Graham Fisher
Freddie Eastwood's goal from a 30-yard free-kick sends cup holders home from the east coast empty handed Posted November 08, 2006 by Donna Gee
Liverpool play Arsenal; Charlton host Wycombe. Posted November 11, 2006 by Reuters
Agony for the Championship strugglers as Tottenham's extra-time goal ends their Carling Cup dream Posted December 21, 2006 by longpier.blogspot.com
Coulson's controversial last-gasp equaliser sets up replay no-one wanted. Posted January 07, 2007 by longpier.blogspot.com
Horses on the line, sic-packs and an encyclopaedic knowledge of the national rail network. Welcome to the world of the English footy fan of the '70s. Posted January 09, 2007 by Paul Parry
The FA Cup win at Barnsley could herald a more intense Shrimpers revival in the league. What price a great escape from the drop to League One? Posted January 17, 2007 by longpier.blogspot.com
Scott Donaldson picks the likely stars of the upcoming spectacular in France - and his Best XV features seven All Blacks, four Australians, three South Africans and an Argentinian. Posted August 07, 2007 by Scott Donaldson
The rivalry between rugby nations north and south of the equator is almost as old as the game itself. But there's no question who's top at present - the best teams in France have been the Southern Hemisphere giants. By a mile. Posted September 21, 2007 by Hamish McBrearty
The Australians have completed a victorious series hosting India in the most deplorable show of poor sportsmanship seen in cricket. The Proteas have a higher crcket calling. Posted March 11, 2008 by Greg Smith
Prices are too high for the $1-a-day Africans, but that hasn't stopped the fun and games with Angola, Cameroon and the Ivory Coast having mixed fortunes. Posted February 06, 2008 by Jerry Matthews
The Hurricanes, Chiefs and Sharks have to improve on sluggish starts to the season in round two, while the Bulls, Blues and Crusaders will be hoping to build on the momentum they started last week. Posted February 22, 2008 by Hamish McBrearty
Reviewing the Tri-Nations: First up South Africa, whose 53-8 demolition of the Wallabies masks the reality - that it was a failed campaign for coach Peter de Villiers and his men. Posted September 08, 2008 by James Mortimer
Flying wing Habana and Percy Montgomery were the stars of a comfortable 57-9 victory over the South Seas tough guys. And with all departments playing well, the South Africa will be confident of ruling the Rugby Union world come October 20. Posted September 10, 2007 by Peter Sickle
Chelsea and Arsenal have proved that Africa is bursting with talent, but can the African nations pick up the samba beat from the South American champions? Posted October 05, 2007 by Greg Schwartz
The great achievement by the nation's rugby squad must be used as a springboard for the future with an increase in facilities and equipment at the grass-roots level. Posted October 27, 2007 by Matt Genner
Whispers of giants and not leprechauns in the hills have Irish people buzzing with anticipation as the tournament approaches. Diehard Springbok fan Stuart Whiteford also believes Brian O'Driscoll's men are destined for glory. Posted August 10, 2007 by Stuart Whiteford
The Kaizer Chiefs are ready to rock Martin Jol and Co in what promises to be a stiff pre-season test. Posted June 07, 2007 by midnightjester
Amla's calmness and serenity shine through as tourists make a Hash of the first Test. Posted January 18, 2007 by Ejaz Khan