FIFA.com takes a closer look at the fortunes of 27 of the 32 teams qualified for South Africa 2010 that contested international friendlies this week.
FIFA.com will bring you all the action, LIVE and up-to-the-minute, from the pre-South Africa 2010 friendlies kicking off across the globe on 3 March.
Former Sweden coach Lars Lagerback will guide Nigeria in South Africa after beating Glenn Hoddle, Bruno Metsu and Sven-Goran Eriksson to the role.
Speedy forward Chinedu Obasi spoke to FIFA.com about representing Nigeria, their disappointment in Angola and quest to impress at South Africa 2010.
2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa™
Korea Republic coach Huh Jung-Moo aims to make history at South Africa 2010 some 24 years after featuring as the nation landed on the world stage.
A third-place finish at the Africa Cup of Nations in Angola has not eased the Super Eagles' worries ahead of the upcoming FIFA World Cup finals.
2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa™
2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa™
2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa™
2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa™
2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa™
2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa™
2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa™
2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa™
2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa™
2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa™
