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Velud: Algerian players are gifted

Wed, 15 May 2013 04:06:00 GMT

FIFA.com chats with French coach Hubert Velud about recently leading ES Setif to the Algerian league title, and dealing with tragic memories from the 2010 CAF Africa Cup of Nations while at the helm of Togo.

Egyptian duo advance amid thrills

Mon, 06 May 2013 06:04:00 GMT

Zamalek and Al Ahly were two of just three North African sides to advance to the group stage of the CAF Champions League after a dramatic weekend in the continent's biggest club competition.

Pressure is on in Africa

Fri, 03 May 2013 04:57:00 GMT

The weekend's return leg in the second round of qualifying for the CAF Champions League will determine which teams reach the group stage of Africa's biggest club competition, and some giants have a lot of work to do.

Zamalek, Mazembe stumble

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 03:27:00 GMT

Zamalek were held to a 1-1 draw at home by Ethiopian side Saint George in the Round of 16 of Africa's biggest club competition, which also saw a defeat for TP Mazembe and away draws by Al Ahly and Esperance.

Heroes of the back-heel

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 08:10:00 GMT

From Denis Law through Rabah Madjer to Cristiano Ronaldo, FIFA.com looks at some of the most celebrated exponents of the back-heel.

Tricky away tests for African giants

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 16:01:00 GMT

TP Mazembe are on the road at South Africa's Orlando Pirates in the CAF Champions League Round of 16, while Al Ahly and Esperance face North African derbies this weekend.

North Africa dominates as group stage beckons

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 01:55:00 GMT

Seven North African clubs advanced to the last 16 of Africa's biggest club competition, with just one round of head-to-head ties left before the CAF Champions League group stage concludes.

Drama as Ivorians advance, Setif progress

Sat, 06 Apr 2013 12:44:00 GMT

A goal right at the death saw the unfancied Sewe San Pedro of Côte d'Ivoire survive a defeat against Al-Hilal of Sudan and progress in the CAF Champions League on away goals, while Entene Setif also make it into the last-16.

Egypt leads African charge after fourth title

Mon, 01 Apr 2013 08:27:00 GMT

Egypt won the African U-20 Championship over the weekend seeing off three west African powers with the quartet to represent the continent at the upcoming FIFA U-20 World Cup in Turkey.

African aspirants resume journey

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 14:34:00 GMT

Burkina Faso and Ghana are just two of the sides hoping to make headway on the third matchday of action in the group stage of CAF qualifying for the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™.

Egypt, Mali, Ghana, Nigeria reach Turkey

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 08:41:00 GMT

Africa's four representatives at the FIFA U-20 World Cup Turkey have been decided, after Nigeria joined Egypt, Mali and Ghana in the semi-finals of the CAF U-20 Championship.

Eventful weekend for North Africa's hopefuls

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 07:44:00 GMT

The majority of clubs from nations on the Mediterranean coast posted positive results over the weekend in the continental showpiece's first round, first leg, which featured some dramatic events.

Glory within reach for African finalists

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 05:03:00 GMT

With four spots at this year's FIFA U-20 World Cup in Turkey up for grabs, the eight African teams competing for the continental crown in Algeria know that there will be a thin line between disappointment and glory.

Happy Birthday to you!

Sun, 03 Mar 2013 07:46:00 GMT

Zico, Landon Donovan and Kevin-Prince Boateng feature in our look at this week's birthday boys in the world of football.

Happy Birthday to you!

Sun, 24 Feb 2013 08:50:00 GMT

In our regular Sunday feature, FIFA.com presents you with some of the biggest names in football who will be celebrating their birthdays over the coming week.

Super Eagles soar all the way to Brazil

Mon, 11 Feb 2013 05:47:00 GMT

Nigeria concluded a thrilling tournament by edging Burkina Faso to win a third continental crown and book passage to the 2013 FIFA Confederations Cup. FIFA.com reviews all the action from a fascinating 23 days in South Africa.

West Africa strikes back

Mon, 04 Feb 2013 16:52:00 GMT

For the first time ever, four teams from one region make up the semi-finals of the CAF Africa Cup of Nations as a team from the West African Football Union is guaranteed to win the continental showpiece for the first time since 1994.

Desailly: I want to see creative sparkle

Sat, 02 Feb 2013 07:55:00 GMT

Ghana-born former French international captain Marcel Desailly has been taking in the CAF Africa Cup of Nations and speaks to FIFA.com on the tournament so far.

Emmanuel Riviere relocates to the Riviera

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 19:13:00 GMT

Ligue 2 side Monaco have confirmed they've signed forward Emmanuel Riviere to a four-and-a-half-year deal from Ligue 1 club Toulouse.

Algeria, Côte d'Ivoire draw in thrilling finish

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 19:28:00 GMT

After a goalless 70 minutes, the already-eliminated Algeria and the already-through Côte d'Ivoire scored two goals apiece to share the spoils.

Quartets, shock exits and a wonder goal

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 08:24:00 GMT

A breathtaking, Barcelona-esque goal in the United Arab Emirates and a scoring feat for two Argentinians feature in FIFA.com’s latest stats review, along with unforeseen cup eliminations in England and Africa.

Adebayor helps knock Algeria out

Sat, 26 Jan 2013 20:37:00 GMT

Emmanuel Adebayor's first-half strike and a stoppage-time clincher from substitute Dove Wome earned Togo their first win of the 2013 CAF Africa Cup of Nations and sent Algeria out of the competition.

Romao: We must give everything against Algeria

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 07:37:00 GMT

One of Togo's key figures, midfielder Alaixys Romao, tells FIFA.com that they have put defeat to Côte d’Ivoire behind them and focus on the crunch clash against Algeria.

Algeria coach: I have no regrets

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 17:56:00 GMT

Before facing Togo and Côte d'Ivoire, Algeria coach Vahid Halilhodzic will look to reorganise his team to bolster his chances of moving into the quarter-finals.

Msakni strike breaks northern deadlock

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 20:23:00 GMT

With a 0-0 draw looking almost a certainty, Tunisia stunned northern neighbours Algeria with a fine stoppage-time goal from Youssef Msakni to see them move joint-top of Group D.

Fireworks sure to light up Africa

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 07:14:00 GMT

Africa’s continental championships begin on Saturday in South Africa with the only sure thing seemingly that there are no sure things at the 2013 CAF Africa Cup of Nations.

Guedioura: This squad is like a family

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 11:30:00 GMT

Algeria and Nottingham Forest midfielder Adlene Guedioura spoke to FIFA.com on his hopes for the CAF Africa Cup of Nations, his love of South Africa and his relationship with his Twitter followers.

The AFCON in numbers

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 17:56:00 GMT

Didier Drogba is hoping to add to his ten lifetime goals at the CAF Africa Cup of Nations during the 29th edition of the tournament.

Jemaa: This time I want to go all the way

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 06:38:00 GMT

Issam Jemaa is set to play in his fifth CAF African Cup of Nations when the tournament kicks off this weekend. He spoke to FIFA.com about his desire to bring the trophy back to Tunisia for the first time in almost a decade.

New stars waiting to shine in Africa

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 00:12:00 GMT

The CAF Africa Cup of Nations is known as an exciting showpiece for young talent, and FIFA.com has compiled a list of fledgling players poised for a breakthrough at this month's event.

Busy year for African hopefuls

Wed, 26 Dec 2012 09:37:00 GMT

2012 has seen a few surprises in the African qualifying zone for the FIFA World Cup™ as the campaign reaches its midpoint. There's still all to play for in 2013 as the continent cuts down from 52 countries to five representatives.

Feghouli: We can move mountains

Fri, 21 Dec 2012 02:14:00 GMT

Sofiane Feghouli has been earning raves with Valencia the last couple of seasons, and the promising young winger tells FIFA.com he is hoping to make a similar impact at the upcoming CAF Africa Cup of Nations for Algeria.

Lemmouchia: Halilhodzic has revived Algeria

Fri, 14 Dec 2012 06:14:00 GMT

Kaled Lemmouchia, a latecomer to the international scene and now-lynchpin of the Algeria squad, spoke to FIFA.com about the impact of coach Vahid Halilhodzic.

Madjer lobs Porto to glory in the snow

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 08:52:00 GMT

On its 25 anniversary, FIFA.com recalls how the genius of Rabah Madjer belief the impossible conditions and propelled Porto to Intercontinental Cup glory against Penarol.

Ibra turns on the style, France impress again

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 23:10:00 GMT

FIFA.com wraps up a big night of international action across the globe highlighted by an impressive win for France in Italy, a Zlatan Ibrahimovic masterclass and Saudi Arabia denying Argentina.

What is international football’s biggest rivalry?

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 10:36:00 GMT

FIFA.com wants to know what you feel is the biggest rivalry in the international game.

Argentina climb third, Italy and Russia rise

Wed, 07 Nov 2012 08:59:00 GMT

Argentina jumped to third on the global ladder at Portugal’s expense, while Italy and Russia moved to fifth and ninth respectively. Elsewhere, six teams reached their highest-ever position.

Draw pairs Zambia, Nigeria in South Africa

Wed, 24 Oct 2012 22:42:00 GMT

Reigning CAF Africa Cup of Nations champions Zambia have been drawn alongside Nigeria for the upcoming tournament in South Africa, while runners-up Côte d'Ivoire will face north-African pair Algeria and Tunisia.

Rabat fail to go top, drama in Kenya

Mon, 22 Oct 2012 22:00:00 GMT

FAR Rabat were denied Morocco's top spot after a back-and-forth derby draw, while three clubs in Kenya are eyeing glory with just a few rounds left to play. FIFA.com reviews the latest action in Africa.

Comebacks, shocks as continental line-up set

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 04:07:00 GMT

Four teams reversed their ties from the first leg in the final qualifying stage for January's CAF Africa Cup of Nations, although Cameroon suffered a shock elimination at the hands of a resurgent Cape Verde Islands.

Cameroon crash out, Ethiopia qualify

Sun, 14 Oct 2012 18:04:00 GMT

Cameroon have failed to reach the CAF Africa Cup of Nations again after losing 3-2 on aggregate to Cape Verde Islands, while Ethiopia saw off Sudan to reach the finals.

Big guns facing elimination

Fri, 12 Oct 2012 08:07:00 GMT

There will be tension across the entire African continent this weekend as 15 berths for next year's CAF Africa Cup of Nations go on the line, with a number of upsets on the cards.

Slow start for Kotoko as Pirates raid

Mon, 08 Oct 2012 15:55:00 GMT

Defending champions Asante Kotoko began the new Ghanaian season with a shock home draw, while Orlando Pirates registered a victory for the old guard in South Africa.

Portugal go third as Colombia fly into top ten

Wed, 03 Oct 2012 09:00:00 GMT

Portugal and Argentina climbed to third and fourth respectively on the global ladder as Colombia returned to the top ten for the first time in over a decade. Elsewhere, Belgium, Serbia and Central African Republic made impressive progress.

Esperance surge, Douala rule Cameroon

Mon, 24 Sep 2012 17:44:00 GMT

Union Douala won their first Cameroonian league title in over two decades, while Tunisian champions Esperance moved into an ideal spot to defend their crown.

Angola almost settled, Algeria begins again

Mon, 17 Sep 2012 15:39:00 GMT

The Angolan and Kenyan leagues are heading to dramatic conclusions while the Algerian season started back up with surprises. FIFA.com reviews the weekend action in Africa.

Ahly smiling as Esperance falter

Mon, 17 Sep 2012 04:46:00 GMT

The CAF Champions League group stage concluded on the weekend with Al Ahly claiming a point off local rivals Zamalek to secure top spot in Group B, while Esperance suffered their first continental defeat for over a year.

Esperance fail to extend run

Sat, 15 Sep 2012 10:24:00 GMT

Esperance missed the chance to set a new CAF Champions League record for consecutive unbeaten matches after losing 1-0 away at ASO Chlef.

Yahia: It was a shame to eliminate Egypt

Fri, 14 Sep 2012 03:16:00 GMT

Algerian icon Anther Yahia speaks about the state of Les Fennecs, the famous goal against Egypt that qualified his nation for the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ and the fight for promotion with Kaiserslautern.

Africa's final four in cruise control

Thu, 13 Sep 2012 04:06:00 GMT

With the CAF Champions League semi-final line-up already set, this weekend's final round of group stage matches in Africa's biggest club competition is all about final positioning in the tables as continental glory looms ever closer.