CAPELLO: I DIDN'T TELL BECKHAM
Fabio Capello failed to tell David Beckham of his decision to end his England career.
Alonso slams De Jong challenge
Xabi Alonso has branded Nigel de Jong's World Cup final kung-fu kick as one of the worst tackles he has ever been on the wrong end of.
Spain greets World Cup heroes
Spain's World Cup winners enjoyed a heroes' reception as jubilant supporters took to the streets of Madrid to welcome home Vicente Del Bosque's history-makers.
De Jong relieved to avoid red card
Holland midfielder Nigel de Jong has admitted he was lucky not to be sent off as his side lost 1-0 to Spain in Sunday night's World Cup final.
Fabregas: Win is for Arsenal
Spain midfielder Cesc Fabregas dedicated his World Cup triumph to Arsenal - but his future with the London giants remains shrouded in mystery.
Holland return home from World Cup
Holland's dejected World Cup squad arrived home on Monday following their 1-0 defeat to Spain in Sunday night's final in South Africa.
Cruyff critical of Dutch display
Johan Cruyff has launched a scathing attack on Holland's performance against Spain, slamming their "dirty" tactics and their style of "anti-football".
Arjen Robben slams Howard Webb
Holland winger Arjen Robben has claimed referee Howard Webb was not up to the job of handling the World Cup final against Spain at Soccer City.
Triumphant Spain arrive back home
Spain's triumphant squad have arrived back in Madrid after their success in South Africa in the World Cup final against Holland on Sunday evening.
Blatter laments Webb's 'hard task'
FIFA president Sepp Blatter thought Howard Webb had a "very hard task" in the World Cup final between Spain and Holland that saw a record 14 yellow cards shown.
Spain set for heroes' reception
Madrid and Spain are gearing up for a night of celebration as they prepare to welcome back the newly-crowned world champions.
DUTCH MEDIA LAY BLAME AT WEBB'S DOOR
The Dutch media today labelled English referee Howard Webb a "chump" following his controversial display in Holland's 1-0 defeat to Spain in the World Cup final last night.
Howard Webb hailed by wife
The wife of Howard Webb said she had "every confidence" in her husband after he set a new World Cup final record by handing out 14 yellow cards and one red
Casillas: It's not sunk in
Spain captain Iker Casillas concedes it will take time for him and his team-mates to realise the magnitude of their World Cup victory after lifting the title at Soccer City.
Fabregas hails reign of Spain
Cesc Fabregas hailed a historic moment for Spain after he helped LA Roja to their first World Cup triumph with a 1-0 victory over Holland in Johannesburg on Sunday night.
Kuyt blames Webb for defeat
Dirk Kuyt pointed the finger of blame for Holland's World Cup final defeat by Spain at English referee Howard Webb, saying he gave them too many yellow cards.
Iniesta revels in World Cup win
Andres Iniesta hailed "an incredible feeling" after his goal won Spain the World Cup for the first time, while coach Vicente del Bosque refused to criticise Holland.
Van Marwijk critical of Webb
Holland coach Bert van Marwijk was critical of English referee Howard Webb's performance but admitted Spain were deserved victors in a tetchy World Cup final.
Iniesta revels in World Cup win
World Cup final matchwinner Andres Iniesta has claimed his late friend and former Espanyol captain Daniel Jarque played a part in Spain's 1-0 victory over Holland.
Forlan wins Golden Ball
Uruguay striker Diego Forlan has won the Golden Ball, while Thomas Muller wins the Golden Boot and Best Young Player awards in South Africa.
Spain on top of the world
Midfielder Andres Iniesta scored a late, late goal in extra-time as European champions Spain beat 10-man Holland 1-0 to win the World Cup for the first time.
Coach Low set for German honour
Germany coach Joachim Low is set to be awarded the Federal Cross of Merit for his achievements in the World Cup, with his players receiving the Silver Laurel.
Schweinsteiger: The future's bright
Bastian Schweinsteiger says Germany's youngsters have the ability to be future World Cup winners after victory over Uruguay saw them finish third in South Africa.
Low: No option on Klose call
Joachim Low insists he had no choice but to leave Miroslav Klose out of the third-place play-off with Uruguay despite the Germany striker being on the brink of history.
Toulalan: We deserve punishment
France midfielder Jeremy Toulalan has insisted the whole squad should be punished for boycotting training ahead of their game against South Africa.
