rnDespite reports earlier this week, Diego Maradona has insisted he will not quit as Argentina coach after their qualifying campaign reaches its conclusion.rn

rnAiden McGeady is desperate to emerge victorious from "one of the biggest" games of his career against Italy, and help Republic of Ireland qualify.rn

rnSouth American qualifying for South Africa 2010 reaches the penultimate round this weekend with Argentina coach Diego Maradona in the spotlight. rn

FIFA.com caught up with new Costa Rica coach Rene Simoes to discuss why he assumed the reins on short notice and his side's qualification hopes.

rnEven though Portugal are struggling to reach South Africa 2010, England striker Wayne Rooney regards Cristiano Ronaldo as the world's best player. rn

rnChile and Ecuador could secure qualification this weekend, even though another four teams remain in the hunt for the continent's remaining 2.5 places. rn

Bahrain and New Zealand are just 180 minutes shy of a historic berth at South Africa 2010. FIFA.com previews the intercontinental play-off.

rnTen tickets to South Africa remain up for grabs in Europe, where crucial games are set to unfold in Athens, Copenhagen, Dublin, Lisbon and Moscow.rn

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