Holders Advance

Defending Asian Cup champions Iraq have safely secured a ticket to the quarter-finals of the 2011 Asian Cup after narrowly defeating North Korea 1-0. A point would have sufficed for the Iraqis but Karrar Jassim struck the only goal of the game on 22 minutes to ensure a safe passage.

Iran In Last Eight

Iran had to thank Karim Ansarifard as they managed to overcome North Korea 1-0 in their second Group D match at the Asian Cup to qualify for the quarter-finals. Iran also had a goal disallowed, while North Korea hit the crossbar at the death.

Elephants Out Despite Win

Cote d’Ivoire have been eliminated from the World Cup as they failed to achieve the eight-goal swing against North Korea that would have put Portugal under threat, winning only 3-0....

North Korea Destroyed!

There was to be no repeat of the scare Portugal suffered at the hands of North Korea in the 1966 World Cup on Monday lunchtime, as the Seleccao moved past the Asian nation 7-0. Raul Meireles, Simao, Hugo Almeida, Tiago, Liedson and Cristiano Ronaldo all got their names on the score sheet...

Samba Boys Victorious

Brazil’s quest for yet another World Cup crown began in somewhat uncertain style, though they still managed to battle to a 2-1 victory over North Korea. Maicon and Elano scored two second half goals and looked to be going through until Ji Yun-Nam pulled one back with two minutes left....

Respect North Korea

Tournament favourites Brazil start the 2010 World Cup with a match against North Korea this evening and many expect the Selecao to record a comfortable win. Head coach Dunga has pointed out that the Asians should be treated with respect though.

Stampede Ruins Nigeria Win

Nigeria beat North Korea 3-1 in a friendly match ahead of the World Cup on Friday. Ahead of the match thousands of fans stampeded the gates outside the stadium, leaving several people injured...