Sapo seeks success on ‘home soil’

Japan coach Sergio Sapo is hoping to see an improved performance from his side against Cuba, despite a 7-2 victory over the Solomon Islands.

Sapo seeking success on ‘home soil’

Japan coach Sergio Sapo is hoping to see an improved performance from his side against Cuba, despite a 7-2 victory over the Solomon Islands.

Japan’s Nobuya Osode fights for the ball with a Solomon Islands player

Japan's Nobuya Osode fights for the ball with a Solomon Islands player

Ince rage at ref ‘disgrace’

PAUL INCE slated ref Steve Bennett over a “disgraceful” Man Utd goal that sent Rovers spiralling to defeat

Japan’s Yuki Kanayama challenges Elliot Ragomo of Solomon Islands

Japan's Yuki Kanayama challenges Elliot Ragomo of Solomon Islands

Solomon-Islands Moffat Sikwaae and Japan’s Yuki Kanayama fight for the ball

Solomon-Islands Moffat Sikwaae and Japan's Yuki Kanayama fight for the ball

Japan’s Kenichiro Kogure fights with a Solomon Islands player

Japan's Kenichiro Kogure fights with a Solomon Islands player

Marseille back to winning ways

Olympique Marseille ended a five-week spell without a win when Senegal striker Mamadou Niang's header clinched a 2-1 victory over Caen.

Brazil and Italy cruise

With three wins so far, Brazil and Italy are practically assured of places in the next round, but the US and the Solomon Islands are already out.

Sneijder ready for Real return

Dutch international Wesley Sneijder has recovered from a knee injury earlier than expected and will play for Real Madrid at Espanyol on Sunday.