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Michael Carrick Michael Carrick and Danny Welbeck have been withdrawn from the England squad for the friendlies against Chile and Germany.

Brazil Preparations for the 2014 FIFA World Cup stepped up a gear on Wednesday, with all 32 participating nations in friendly action.

Germany Mario Gotze grabbed the only goal as Germany stepped up their FIFA World Cup preparations by beating Chile 1-0 on Wednesday.

Joachim Löw Germany manager Joachim Low admits that he has fears over the form and fitness of his side ahead of the FIFA World Cup.

Cile Having each secured a FIFA World Cup spot, Costa Rica and Chile will begin their 2014 schedules with Wednesday's friendly clash in Coquimbo.

Venezuela Venezuela boss Cesar Farias has revealed 20 of his squad are suffering with a stomach bug ahead of their FIFA World Cup Qualifier in Chile.

Arturo Vidal Arturo Vidal has spoken of the nervous energy among Chile's players ahead of their crucial FIFA World Cup qualifying match with Colombia.

Spain Jesus Navas climbed off the bench to rescue a 2-2 draw for Spain against Chile in Geneva on Tuesday.

Cile Chile has edged closer to World Cup qualification with a comfortable 3-0 victory over Venezuela in Santiago.

David Pizarro Cortes Fiorentina midfielder David Pizarro has admitted he should have avoided international duty after picking up a muscle strain on Wednesday.