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Group A
| Team | Pld | Pts |
|---|---|---|
| Uruguay | 3 | 7 |
| Mexico | 3 | 4 |
| South Africa | 3 | 4 |
| France | 3 | 1 |
Group B
| Team | Pld | Pts |
|---|---|---|
| Argentina | 3 | 9 |
| South Korea | 3 | 4 |
| Greece | 3 | 3 |
| Nigeria | 3 | 1 |
Group C
Group D
Group E
Group F
| Team | Pld | Pts |
|---|---|---|
| Paraguay | 3 | 5 |
| Slovakia | 3 | 4 |
| New Zealand | 3 | 3 |
| Italy | 3 | 2 |
Group G
| Team | Pld | Pts |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | 3 | 7 |
| Portugal | 3 | 5 |
| Ivory Coast | 3 | 4 |
| Korea DPR | 3 | 0 |
Group H
| Team | Pld | Pts |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | 3 | 6 |
| Chile | 3 | 6 |
| Switzerland | 3 | 4 |
| Honduras | 3 | 1 |
Latest Japan Headlines:
Nakamura quits international scene
Experienced midfielder Shunsuke Nakamura has announced his retirement from international football following Japan's exit from the World Cup.
Nakamura quits Japan duty
Japan midfielder Shunsuke Nakamura has announced his retirement from international football at the age of 32 after spending most of the World Cup on the bench.
Okada shoulders blame
Japan coach Takeshi Okada assumed responsibility for his side's World Cup exit at the hands of Paraguay in what could have been his final game in charge.
Party time for Paraguay
Gerardo Martino revealed his Paraguay side were in party mood following their historic victory over Japan, but admitted the full impact has not yet sunk in.
Oscar winner for Paraguay
Paraguay won the first penalty shootout of World Cup 2010 5-3 against Japan after a dire game ended goalless after 120 minutes in Pretoria.
Japan building for future - Okada
Japan coach Takeshi Okada says making the last eight would be "wonderful" news for Japan, but insists that must be just another step towards a more long-term goal.
More Japan News
Martino keen to strike first blow
Paraguay coach Gerardo Martino believes the first goal in Tuesday's showdown with Japan could prove crucial as both teams chase a first quarter-final.
Okada: We're up to the test
Japan coach Takeshi Okada believes his side have the ability to reach their first ever World Cup quarter-final at the expense of an impressive Paraguay side.
Martino wary of Japan threat
Paraguay coach Gerardo Martino has highlighted Japan's rapid counter attacks and dead-ball prowess as two areas his side will need to address if they are to win.
Tulio ready to face Paraguay
Defender Tulio has declared himself fit for Japan ahead of their last 16 clash with Paraguay in Pretoria on Tuesday despite struggling with a back problem.
Okazaki: Japan have nothing to lose
Shinji Okazaki has warned Paraguay that Japan have "nothing to lose" as they bid for a historic place in the World Cup quarter-finals on Tuesday.
Honda not satisfied with progress
Keisuke Honda was left confused by his emotions on Thursday after admitting he was not really happy despite helping Japan reach the last 16 of the World Cup.
Japan Squad:
- 13 Daiki Iwamasa
- 14 Kengo Nakamura
- 15 Yasuyuki Konno
- 16 Yoshito Okubo
- 17 Makoto Hasebe
- 18 Keisuke Honda
- 19 Takayuki Morimoto
- 20 Junichi Inamoto
- 21 Eiji Kawashima
- 22 Yuji Nakazawa
- 23 Yoshikatsu Kawaguchi
World Cup moments
The best pictures from the 31 day football festival that was World Cup 2010 in South Africa. Go to Gallery
Spain celebrations
Pictures from Spain's return to Madrid after winning the 2010 World Cup in South Africa. Go to Gallery
Holland 0 Spain 1
Pictures from the World Cup final between Holland and Spain at Soccer City in Johannesburg. Go to Gallery
2010 World Cup WAGs
We are not sure who should play up front for this World Cup team. Why don't you decide? Go to Gallery
Uruguay 2 Germany 3
Pictures from the third / fourth place play-off between Uruguay and Germany at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium. Go to Gallery
