galleryTitle description galleryUrl thumbnail
Top 10 football stadiums A top ten gallery of the world's greatest soccer stadiums, including Old Trafford, Anfield, Bombonera, Azteca, and San Siro /foxsoccer/world/lists/top-ten-soccer-stadiums-world-old-trafford-anford-parc-de-princes-san-siro-bombonera-040212 http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2012/04/09/Old-Trafford-stadium-_20120409202513964_136_102.JPG
Top 10 football stadiums A top ten gallery of the world's greatest soccer stadiums, including Old Trafford, Anfield, Bombonera, Azteca, and San Siro /foxsoccer/world/lists/Top-ten-stadiums-world-old-trafford-anford-parc-de-princes-san-siro-bombonera-040212 http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2012/04/09/Old-Trafford-stadium-_20120409202513964_136_102.JPG
FOX Soccer 2011: Top 10 Goals That Mattered FOX Soccer presents the best goals that mattered in 2011. Goals from Giovani dos Santos, Abby Wambach, Cristiano Ronaldo, Wayne Rooney, and Lionel Messi headline the rest /foxsoccer/world/lists/Top-ten-goals-that-mattered-fox-soccer-2011-giovani-dos-santos-abby-wambach-122811 http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2011/12/29/world_down_memory_lane_pi_cv_122911_20111229183810874_136_102.JPG
South America: Top 10 stories of 2011 Neymar, Argentina, Copa America, and Uruguay: The top 10 stories of 2011 from South America /foxsoccer/latinamerica/lists/Top-10-stories-2011-south-american-brazil-argentina-neymar-maradona-pele-122711 http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2011/12/27/latin_old_and_new_pi_rf_122711_20111227174251538_136_102.JPG
categoryName categoryId galleryId galleryTitle mediaId imageTitle imageURL league description shortDescription attribution large thumbnail
World Cup 194 43 Biggest World Cup 30-man roster surprises 11202703 ARGENTINA: Fernando Gago -- OUT ARGENTINA%3A+Fernando+Gago+--+OUT World Cup After making the big-money move from Boca Juniors to Real Madrid in 2007, Gago has become a mostly regular fixture in the Merengues' lineup, but apparently playing for one of the biggest clubs in the world doesn't get you noticed if your name is Maradona. Apparently the Argentina coach has more faith in Mascherano and Bolatti in the defensive mid position.
 Clive Brunskill - Getty Images http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/12/abacus_20100512002506_600_400.JPG http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/12/abacus_20100512002506_70_70.JPG
World Cup 194 43 Biggest World Cup 30-man roster surprises 11199725 ARGENTINA: Juan Roman Riquelme -- OUT ARGENTINA%3A+Juan+Roman+Riquelme+--+OUT World Cup Long believed to be Argentina's best creative midfielder, the rift between Argentine coach Maradona and Riquelme has now extended to ridiculous lengths as the Albicelestes travel to South Africa without a playmaking force in the midfield outside of the aged Juan Sebastian Veron. It seems that Maradona's personal preferences could hamper Argentina's World Cup success.
 AFP - Getty Images http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/10/9_20100510190215_600_400.JPG http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/10/9_20100510190215_70_70.JPG
World Cup 194 43 Biggest World Cup 30-man roster surprises 11201778 ARGENTINA: Javier Zanetti -- OUT ARGENTINA%3A+Javier+Zanetti+--+OUT World Cup The Inter Milan captain since 1999, Zanetti's omission may be the biggest shock this year. He holds the record for most ever international appearances for Argentina at 136, and is hardly out of form considering his Inter side are in the Champions League final. Zanetti had served as captain of Argentina, until Javier Mascherano took over at coach Maradona's request. Now he's not even on the World Cup roster.
 DANIEL GARCIA - Getty Images http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/11/85731240_20100511162346_600_400.JPG http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/11/85731240_20100511162346_70_70.JPG
World Cup 194 43 Biggest World Cup 30-man roster surprises 11201779 ARGENTINA: Esteban Cambiasso -- OUT ARGENTINA%3A+Esteban+Cambiasso+--+OUT World Cup Esteban Cambiasso has been a rock for Inter Milan for six seasons now. Before that, he played for Real Madrid for two seasons. He also has 44 caps -- and 4 goals -- for Argentina at his defensive midfield position. However, since Maradona took over as Argentina coach, Cambiasso has not been called up to the national team, despite continuing to play a vital role for Inter and affirming his status as one of Europe's best central midfielders. And now comes this World Cup snub.
 Clive Brunskill - Getty Images http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/11/93081846_20100511162346_600_400.JPG http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/11/93081846_20100511162346_107_80.JPG
World Cup 194 43 Biggest World Cup 30-man roster surprises 11199724 ITALY: Luca Toni -- OUT ITALY%3A+Luca+Toni+--+OUT World Cup Toni, who was Italy's main striker in 2006 and at the 2008 European Championship, lost his place when he ran into problems at Bayern Munich to start this season. However, his chances seemed to improve when he returned to Italy to play with Roma on loan, scoring five goals in 10 appearances for the Italian side. Evidently that was not enough for coach Marcello Lippi.

 Gallo Images - Getty Images http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/10/8_20100510190215_600_400.JPG http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/10/8_20100510190215_70_70.JPG
World Cup 194 43 Biggest World Cup 30-man roster surprises 11201101 HOLLAND: Clarence Seedorf -- OUT HOLLAND%3A+Clarence+Seedorf+--+OUT World Cup The veteran midfielder was, in fairness, somewhat of a longshot to make the squad. That being said, Seedorf, who plays for AC Milan, provides veteran leadership and composure on the field. In fact, Seedorf said in recent days that he expected a call from coach Bert van Marwijk. The call never came.
 Ryan Pierse - Getty Images http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/11/0511-Clarence-Seedorf-Gallery_20100511112841_600_400.JPG http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/11/0511-Clarence-Seedorf-Gallery_20100511112841_70_70.JPG
World Cup 194 43 Biggest World Cup 30-man roster surprises 11200974 HOLLAND: Ruud van Nistelrooy -- OUT HOLLAND%3A+Ruud+van+Nistelrooy+--+OUT World Cup Van Nistelrooy, the longtime Manchester United and Real Madrid striker, last played for The Netherlands in the 2008 European Championship. While the Hamburg forward is now fit, coach Bert van Marwijk said that a long-term absence had ended his chances.

 Shaun Botterill - Getty Images http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/11/12_20100511102815_600_400.JPG http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/11/12_20100511102815_70_70.JPG
World Cup 194 43 Biggest World Cup 30-man roster surprises 11201230 FRANCE: Patrick Vieira -- OUT FRANCE%3A+Patrick+Vieira+--+OUT World Cup Not only was Vieira named to the 2006 World Cup All-Star team, he had served as France's captain since 2006. However, Vieira, who has 107 international appearances has failed to impress coach Raymond Domenech since transferring to Manchester City from Inter Milan in January.
 FRANCK FIFE - Getty Images http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/11/0511-Patrick-Vieira-Gallery_20100511114646_600_400.JPG http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/11/0511-Patrick-Vieira-Gallery_20100511114646_70_70.JPG
World Cup 194 43 Biggest World Cup 30-man roster surprises 11199734 FRANCE: Thierry Henry -- IN FRANCE%3A+Thierry+Henry+--+IN World Cup It was an infamous moment that may define Thierry Henry as much as the Hand of God defines Maradona. His controversial handball in the World Cup playoff against Ireland notwishstanding, Henry's greater danger of not making the France squad was his relatively poor play of late for Barcelona. Evidently coach Raymond Domenech still feels that Henry can contribute, at least more than his less fortunate teammate Karim Benzema.
 AFP - Getty Images http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/10/7_20100510190215_600_400.JPG http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/10/7_20100510190215_70_70.JPG
World Cup 194 43 Biggest World Cup 30-man roster surprises 11201957 FRANCE: Samir Nasri -- OUT FRANCE%3A+Samir+Nasri+--+OUT World Cup Samir Nasri has come on strong for Arsenal in the last half of the season, but apparently not enough for France boss Raymond Domenech to take notice. Nasri's pace and vision could have served Les Bleus well in South Africa, but he'll now have to wait until Brazil in 2014 to get his chance.
 Hamish Blair - Getty Images http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/11/abacus_20100511173054_600_400.JPG http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/11/abacus_20100511173054_70_70.JPG
World Cup 194 43 Biggest World Cup 30-man roster surprises 11201202 FRANCE: Karim Benzema -- OUT FRANCE%3A+Karim+Benzema+--+OUT World Cup Thought to be one of France's best players, Karim Benzema will not play for Les Bleus in South Africa. Coach Raymond Domenech said the decision was made because of the Real Madrid striker's unimpressive season rather than his alleged involvement in a prostitution scandal in France. Benzema has often been left on the bench and scored only eight goals in the Spanish league this season after costing Madrid $44.4 million in transfer fees in the summer of 2009.
 FRANCK FIFE - Getty Images http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/11/98586676_20100511115842_600_400.JPG http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/11/98586676_20100511115842_70_70.JPG
World Cup 194 43 Biggest World Cup 30-man roster surprises 11200797 ENGLAND: Adam Johnson -- IN ENGLAND%3A+Adam+Johnson+--+IN World Cup You'll notice the photo of Adam Johnson is of him in a Manchester City uniform. That's because he has never had a cap for the senior national team. Still, coach Fabio Capello likes the speed and tenacity of the City midfielder, who has been in fantastic form of late.
 PAUL ELLIS - Getty Images http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/11/13_20100511102816_600_400.JPG http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/11/13_20100511102816_70_70.JPG
World Cup 194 43 Biggest World Cup 30-man roster surprises 11201009 ENGLAND: Jamie Carragher -- IN ENGLAND%3A+Jamie+Carragher+--+IN World Cup The only reason this isn't the bigest surprise of the 30-man rosters is that it was widely reported over the weekend that Carragher would be selected. A mainstay for England for many years, and a key contributor during the 2006 World Cup, Carragher has not had a cap since 2007. His shaky form for Liverpool this year, coupled with the Reds' poor season, left Carragher off nearly everyone's list for England -- until reports surfaced this past weekend.
 Alex Livesey - Getty Images http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/11/14_20100511102816_600_400.JPG http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/11/14_20100511102816_70_70.JPG
World Cup 194 43 Biggest World Cup 30-man roster surprises 11199733 ENGLAND: Darren Bent -- IN ENGLAND%3A+Darren+Bent+--+IN World Cup The Sunderland striker was thought to be a longshot for the England squad because coach Fabio Capello had often seemed to prefer other players. In the end, however, Capello rewarded Bent for scoring 24 goals in the Premiership ths season, the third-highest total in the league behind Golden Boot winner Didier Drogba and England teammate Wayne Rooney.
 Michael Regan - Getty Images http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/10/2_20100510190154_600_400.JPG http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/10/2_20100510190154_70_70.JPG
World Cup 194 43 Biggest World Cup 30-man roster surprises 11199722 ENGLAND: Gareth Barry -- IN ENGLAND%3A+Gareth+Barry+--+IN World Cup Despite an ankle ligament injury that is likely to keep Barry out for 3-4 weeks, coach Fabio Capello decided to include the Manchester City midfielder who has been a mainstay in the England starting 11 during Capello's tenure. The progress of his ankle injury over the next few weeks will likely determine whether he makes the final 23-man roster.
 Mark Thompson - Getty Images http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/10/1_20100510190154_600_400.JPG http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/10/1_20100510190154_70_70.JPG
World Cup 194 43 Biggest World Cup 30-man roster surprises 11200975 ENGLAND: Joe Cole -- IN ENGLAND%3A+Joe+Cole+--+IN World Cup One of England's best players in the 2006 World Cup, Cole is a surprise pick to many after being unable to consistently find his way back into Chelsea's first team after his recent return from injury. Cole, however, came on as a sub in Chelsea's final Premiership match and played admirably -- with coach Fabio Capello watching in the stands. He provides speed on the wing and a hunger for the ball. If he can prove he is fully fit, Cole will likely find himself on the final 23-man roster come June 1.
 SVEN NACKSTRAND - Getty Images http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/11/10_20100511102815_600_400.JPG http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/11/10_20100511102815_70_70.JPG
World Cup 194 43 Biggest World Cup 30-man roster surprises 11200796 BRAZIL: Pato -- OUT BRAZIL%3A+Pato+--+OUT World Cup The young AC Milan star was on many people's lists as a breakout star in this World Cup. Now he won't get the chance. Though Pato has battled injuries this season in Italy, his omission has to be considered a slight surprise given the expectations entering this season.
 Kevork Djansezian - Getty Images http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/11/15_20100511102816_600_400.JPG http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/11/15_20100511102816_70_70.JPG
World Cup 194 43 Biggest World Cup 30-man roster surprises 11200902 BRAZIL: Adriano -- OUT BRAZIL%3A+Adriano+--+OUT World Cup Perhaps even more surprising than his better-known teammate Ronaldinho, Adriano's absence from Brazil's squad is a curious choice. According to coach Dunga, "We gave Adriano numerous chances, but it came to a time when we had to make a decision." Adriano had been constantly called up by Dunga, but there had been doubts because of recent off-the-field problems that caused him to miss several training sessions with Flamengo.
 GLYN KIRK - Getty Images http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/11/11_20100511102816_600_400.JPG http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/11/11_20100511102816_70_70.JPG
World Cup 194 43 Biggest World Cup 30-man roster surprises 11199732 BRAZIL: Ronaldinho -- OUT BRAZIL%3A+Ronaldinho+--+OUT World Cup The two-time FIFA World Player of the Year has been left off coach Dunga's World Cup squad. "Ronaldinho's quality and capacity as a player is indisputable," Dunga said. "But my decision has to be made based on reason. I have to make a decision based on what happens on the field."
 Stuart Franklin - Getty Images http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/10/6_20100510190154_600_400.JPG http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/10/6_20100510190154_70_70.JPG
World Cup 194 43 Biggest World Cup 30-man roster surprises 11199723 USA: Brian Ching -- IN USA%3A+Brian+Ching+--+IN World Cup The Houston Dynamo forward, who made clear how badly he wanted onto Bob Bradley's squad, received good news Tuesday with his inclusion on the 30-man roster. Ching resumed full training last week after straining his left hamstring in the team's home opener on April 1.
 Al Messerschmidt - Getty Images http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/10/4_20100510190154_600_400.JPG http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/10/4_20100510190154_70_70.JPG
World Cup 194 43 Biggest World Cup 30-man roster surprises 11199746 USA: Oguchi Onyewu -- IN USA%3A+Oguchi+Onyewu+--+IN World Cup With 51 caps, Onyewu is one of the most experienced international players for the U.S. However, Onyewu suffered a patella tendon rupture in a World Cup qualifying match last fall, and has yet to play in a match since then for club team AC Milan. Still, Onyewu seems to be fully recovered from his injury, as evidenced by Milan considering him for their 18-man roster in the last match, certainly healthy enough to be included in the 30-man U.S. roster.
 Alex Livesey - Getty Images http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/10/5_20100510190154_600_400.JPG http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/10/5_20100510190154_70_70.JPG
World Cup 194 43 Biggest World Cup 30-man roster surprises 11199731 USA: Charlie Davies -- OUT USA%3A+Charlie+Davies+--+OUT World Cup Charlie Davies has made a miraculous recovery from an automobile accident in October of last year that nearly killed him. Davies suffered a lacerated bladder, fractured right tibia and femur, a fractured elbow, and facial injuries. Though Davies recently returned to training with his club team, French side Sochaux, he has not played in any matches, and evidently coach Bob Bradley felt that Davies was not ready for the world stage.
 Jamie McDonald - Getty Images http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/10/3_20100510190154_600_400.JPG http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2010/05/10/3_20100510190154_70_70.JPG
EndCap Fox Sports Video and Photo Gallery
thumbnail galleryTitle shortDescription longDescription blurb galUpdated pageNumber totalPages galleryUrl
http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2012/04/09/Old-Trafford-stadium-_20120409202513964_136_102.JPG Top 10 football stadiums A top ten gallery of the world's greatest soc... A top ten gallery of the world's greatest soccer stadiums, including Old Trafford, Anfield, Bombonera, Azteca, and San Siro FOXSoccer has compiled a list of the top 10 soccer stadiums in the world Apr 10, 2012 6:48 AM ET 1 2 /foxsoccer/world/lists/top-ten-soccer-stadiums-world-old-trafford-anford-parc-de-princes-san-siro-bombonera-040212
http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2012/04/09/Old-Trafford-stadium-_20120409202513964_136_102.JPG Top 10 football stadiums A top ten gallery of the world's greatest soc... A top ten gallery of the world's greatest soccer stadiums, including Old Trafford, Anfield, Bombonera, Azteca, and San Siro FOXSoccer has compiled a list of the top 10 soccer stadiums in the world Apr 9, 2012 8:26 PM ET 1 2 /foxsoccer/world/lists/Top-ten-stadiums-world-old-trafford-anford-parc-de-princes-san-siro-bombonera-040212
http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2011/12/29/world_down_memory_lane_pi_cv_122911_20111229183810874_136_102.JPG FOX Soccer 2011: Top 10 Goals That Mattered FOX Soccer presents the best goals that matte... FOX Soccer presents the best goals that mattered in 2011. Goals from Giovani dos Santos, Abby Wambach, Cristiano Ronaldo, Wayne Rooney, and Lionel... 2011 brought us some interesting goals that we will never forget. Dec 29, 2011 9:44 PM ET 1 2 /foxsoccer/world/lists/Top-ten-goals-that-mattered-fox-soccer-2011-giovani-dos-santos-abby-wambach-122811
http://static.foxsports.com/content/fsc/img/2011/12/27/latin_old_and_new_pi_rf_122711_20111227174251538_136_102.JPG South America: Top 10 stories of 2011 Neymar, Argentina, Copa America, and Uruguay:... Neymar, Argentina, Copa America, and Uruguay: The top 10 stories of 2011 from South America Two generations define 2011 in South American soccer. Dec 29, 2011 4:17 PM ET 1 2 /foxsoccer/latinamerica/lists/Top-10-stories-2011-south-american-brazil-argentina-neymar-maradona-pele-122711

 © 2011 Microsoft Microsoft