Austria appears to be out of realistic contention for a top-two finish. backed,” the skipper had said, adding: “I think he is much more relaxed after that West Indies series. From a distance of about 50 yards — practice pitches and reporters’ viewing area were separated by a. “It’s lucky when it does go in but either way, I probably would have just had a tap-in if it didn’t. ”Federer improved to 13-0 against Lopez and 33-1 in night matches at Flushing Meadows, so perhaps the lopsided nature of this shouldn’t be all that surprising. Brad Guzan could return to goal and 35-year-old DaMarcus Beasley, a veteran of four World Cups, could start at left back, as the pair did for the 1-1 draw at Mexico in June. “There was a lot of risk, but I gave it everything. African champion Cameroon and Ghana are also way off the pace in their groups. makes surprise return to Spain squadDavid Villa leaves Atletico Madrid after ‘irresistible’ offer by MLS sideIsco underlined the embarrassment of riches in Spain’s midfield with an irresistible performance in his side’s 3-0 World Cup qualifying win over Italy on Saturday which even had opposing coach Gian Piero Ventura eating out of his hand. Champions League last season, made him a certain starter in the qualifier against Italy.