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Where does CR7 rank among top scorers?

The Portugal captain netted his 71st goal for his country in Tuesday's friendly against Sweden, taking him into the top 10 international scorers

Chicharito fit to start for El Tri

The star striker looking to break Mexico's all-time scoring record is fit while Juan Carlos Osorio elected not to start the Real Sociedad man.

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Argentina could miss the World Cup

The captain was absent for a 2-0 defeat at altitude, and if his ban is not reduced on appeal the clueless Albiceleste face an uphill struggle

Bolivia president slams Messi ban

The Barcelona star will miss Tuesday night's game in La Paz - a decision that does not sit well with the head of state, who has criticised the move

How will Mexico line up vs. T&T?

Goal takes a look at three possibilities for El Tri coach Juan Carlos Osorio to use as he looks get six points from this month's matches.

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What exactly did Messi rant at linesman?

Linesman Emerson Carvalho was alleged to have been verbally abused against Chile and FIFA has punished the Argentine as a result

USA could face standoff in Panama

The U.S. national team is in Panama in search of points, but the home team is likely to focus on ensuring the Americans don't score goals.

WATCH: Ex-Man Utd star Kagawa scores

The Borussia Dortmund midfielder bagged the opener after eight minutes in the World Cup qualifier against Thailand on Tuesday

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El Tri's idea should stay the same

While there will be changes to Mexico's starting lineup Tuesday, Juan Carlos Osorio won't stray from the tactics that led to a victory Friday.

Heat on Pinto in San Pedro Sula

The Honduras manager may have the hottest seat in the house when he coaches a must-win game against his former team Tuesday.

Arena: U.S. could make 4-5 changes

The U.S. national team coach says there could be adjustments to his lineup beyond finding replacements for Sebastian Lletget and John Brooks.

Defoe going vegan to make WC

The striker is fighting the ageing process thanks to a number of innovative techniques which are prolonging his career at the top level

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'Ireland must reach WC for Coleman'

The Everton defender suffered a horrific injury in his side's last qualification game and his compatriot is even more determined to qualify now

The day Messi was broken by Bolivia

That unforgettable 6-1 drubbing marked a watershed for the Albiceleste, both for the two legendary No. 10s and another, absent genius

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Osorio shrugs off criticism, support

The Mexico coach has fewer vocal critics after Friday's victory over Costa Rica, but seems genuinely indifferent to outside support or criticism.

Arena gets most out of U.S. stars

Goal takes an analytical look at the U.S. national team's 6-0 win over Honduras, which saw the star duo thrive in central midfield.

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WATCH: Pavon's Boca stunner

The 21-year-old striker cut in and let loose with a crashing shot that gave his side the lead in Sunday's Primera Division clash

Netherlands problems bigger than Blind

The former Ajax player leaves the team in a disastrous situation in World Cup qualifying and there is little reason to be confident in the KNVB

Blind sacked as Netherlands coach

Following the World Cup qualifying defeat on Saturday night, the former Ajax defender has been relieved of his duties

England extend clean sheet record

The Three Lions have played five World Cup qualification matches without conceding a goal, after extending the run against Lithuania

Scholes: Rooney shouldn't leave

The Red Devils and Three Lions skipper has drifted out of the fold with club and country, sparking talk of a move away from Old Trafford this summer

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Jona shows quality for El Tri

With the PSV midfielder out with a leg injury, Jonathan dos Santos showed he can translate his club form to El Tri in Friday's win.

Dempsey keeps turning back clock

At 34, Clint Dempsey probably shouldn't still be a key starter for the U.S. national team, but he showed Friday he's still too good to cast aside.

Chicharito questionable for T&T game

After tying Mexico's all-time goal scoring record Friday, the forward may miss the team's trip to the Caribbean for Tuesday's qualifier.

Will Rooney play at the World Cup?

Gareth Southgate has a host of difficult decisions to make once the Three Lions qualify for next summer's tournament, but who will make the grade?

Christian Pulisic USA; Mario Martinez Honduras

Pulisic shines in USA rout

The Borussia Dortmund teenager was outstanding in an attacking midfield role, scoring a goal and having a hand in three others in a 6-0 victory.

WATCH: Dempsey, Pulisic run riot

The U.S. national team earned its first points of the Hexagonal, cruising to a 6-0 victory over Honduras.

El Tri top Hex for first time in 12 years

Despite its status as one of the region's giants, El Tri lead the final round of qualification for the first time since 2005.

Chicharito among El Tri greats

The Mexico forward still isn't his country's best ever but takes his place alongside El Tri's past and present greats with his record-tying goal.

Chicharito ties Mexico record

The Bayer Leverkusen forward tied Jared Borgetti's all-time scoring mark with a goal in World Cup qualification.

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