From schoolchildren in South Africa's Soweto township to bookmakers and even Paul the "psychic" octopus, all the talk was of Vicente del Bosque's side.
"They play beautiful football. We want to be like them. Of course they will win on Sunday, come on Spain!" said 13-year-old Dumisani Motye, imitating striker David Villa's shots on a dusty soccer pitch next to tin shacks in Soweto...............................
Pies' patience crucial to Thomas Collingwood midfielder Dale Thomas says his club’s patience in allowing him to find his feet at AFL level has paved the way for his career-best form.....
Cornes faces ban after Crowley contact Port Adelaide veteran Chad Cornes is the only player facing suspension following the AFL match review panel’s assessment of round 14 matches.....
Mental approach behind away struggles Essendon midfielder Brent Stanton says the Bombers' mental approach played a significant part in Saturday night's thrashing at the hands of the Adelaide Crows.....
Eels' game plan is all wrong: Taylor Former Eels halfback Jason Taylor believes Parramatta must find a way to ease the pressure on struggling youngster Daniel Mortimer or risk finals oblivion.....
Jennings gets defensive over defence NSW centre Michael Jennings says he has no beef with selectors over his Origin snubbing, but critics questioning his supposed defensive deficiencies.....
