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Côte d'Ivoire, Egypt lead charge

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 22:12:00 GMT

Côte d'Ivoire, Egypt and a handful of other teams secured qualification for the final round of African qualifiers for Brazil 2014, but many groups are open with one matchday left to play.

Burkina Faso, Gabon and Uganda boost hopes

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 19:00:00 GMT

Burkina Faso won 1-0 in Congo and Gabon eased aside Niger to make the Group E fight a wide open one, while Zambia slipped up and Uganda stormed top of Group J.

Favourites made to wait in Africa

Sun, 09 Jun 2013 21:25:00 GMT

Egypt, Tunisia and Congo fell just short of securing a place in the final round of qualifying for the 2014 FIFA World Cup™ and now just two group matchdays remain before the head-to-head round.

Salah keeps Egypt cruising, Togo triumph

Sun, 09 Jun 2013 15:29:00 GMT

Mohamed Salah's hat-trick for Egypt in their 4-2 win in Zimbabwe has put the Pharaohs on the brink of the final round of African qualifying for the 2014 FIFA World Cup™, while Togo earned a big win over Cameroon.

African trio eye final round spots

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 06:28:00 GMT

Egypt, Tunisia and Congo could become the first teams to cement their place in the last stage of 2014 FIFA World Cup™ qualifying in Africa this weekend. FIFA.com previews a potentially pivotal matchday on the Mother Continent.

No changes in the top ten

Thu, 09 May 2013 09:00:00 GMT

With few games this month there were no changes in the FIFA/Coca-Cola World Ranking's top ten, but Honduras are into the top 50, while Belgium reached their highest-ever placing and Switzerland are up to 14th.

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.

Favourites struggle as Eto'o returns

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:44:00 GMT

The last two African champions only managed draws in the latest round of African qualifying for 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™, but Cameroon icon Samuel Eto'o led his side to victory over Togo with a brace. FIFA.com reviews the action.

Nigeria snatch point, Elephants cruise

Sat, 23 Mar 2013 20:34:00 GMT

Nigeria waited until the last minute of stoppage time to secure a 1-1 draw with Kenya in African FIFA World Cup™ qualifying, while Côte d'Ivoire beat Gambia 3-0 and Burkina Faso won 4-0 against Niger.

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™.

Pitroipa and Stallions hoping to kick on

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 03:05:00 GMT

After a memorable 2013 so far, finishing as surprise runners-up in the CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2013, Burkina Faso are now looking to make up for a bad start in Brazil 2014 qualifying, star winger Jonathan Pitroipa told FIFA.com.

Stallions take big leap forward

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 06:43:00 GMT

After reaching their first major final at the CAF Africa Cup of Nations earlier this month, Burkina Faso jumped an impressive 37 spots in the latest FIFA/Coca-Cola World Ranking to 55.

AFCON finalists leave their mark

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 08:59:00 GMT

In the latest edition of the FIFA/Coca-Cola World Ranking, Nigeria have risen 22 places to 30th, while Burkina Faso have leapt a massive 37 places to 55th.

Under African skies

Mon, 11 Feb 2013 12:49:00 GMT

Every Monday, FIFA.com delivers you a football-related photo you won’t be able to resist paying a second glance to. This week’s showcases the closing ceremony of AFCON 2013.

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.

Burkinabe depart South Africa with heads high

Mon, 11 Feb 2013 01:56:00 GMT

Burkina Faso coach Paul Put and player of the tournament Jonathan Pitroipa say the Stallions can take pride in their CAF Africa Cup of Nations performance after reaching their maiden continental final.

Nigeria claim third Cup of Nations

Sun, 10 Feb 2013 20:38:00 GMT

Nigeria defeated Burkina Faso 1-0 in the hard-fought conclusion of the 2013 CAF Africa Cup of Nations courtesy of Sunday Mba's first-half strike to become champions of Africa for the third time.

Nigeria wary of 'amazing' Stallions

Fri, 08 Feb 2013 04:14:00 GMT

With Nigeria coach Stephen Keshi chasing history as the Super Eagles seek to end a two-decade CAF Africa Cup of Nations drought, Burkina Faso are lurking as dangerous dark horses. FIFA.com previews the continental decider.

Put: I always knew we could do it

Thu, 07 Feb 2013 16:03:00 GMT

Shock finalists at the CAF Africa Cup of Nations after knocking out Ghana in the last four, Burkina Faso coach Paul Put believes the Stallions can pull off another upset in the weekend's final against Nigeria.

Centurions, landmarks and drought breaking

Thu, 07 Feb 2013 11:11:00 GMT

In this week’s stats review we look at a landmark for a host of players including Carles Puyol, more milestones for Spain coach Vicente del Bosque, the end of a drought for England and Nigeria seeking to do likewise.

Burkina Faso hold nerve to reach final

Wed, 06 Feb 2013 22:10:00 GMT

Burkina Faso will face Nigeria in the final of the 2013 CAF Africa Cup of Nations after overcoming Ghana on penalties in a hard-fought semi-final.

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.

Pitroipa heads Burkina into semis

Sun, 03 Feb 2013 21:31:00 GMT

Unfancied Burkina Faso will play a CAF Africa Cup of Nations semi-final outside their own country for the first time following an extra-time win over Togo. Jonathan Pitroipa headed the winner in the first period of extra-time.

Burkina blow as Traore sidelined

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 10:26:00 GMT

Burkina Faso's march to the CAF Africa Cup of Nations last eight has come at a major price, with star player Alain Traore sustaining a muscle injury that rules him out of the rest of the competition.

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.

Burkina Faso draw eliminates holders Zambia

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 19:11:00 GMT

Burkina Faso and Zambia played out a goalless draw that sent the former through to the last eight as Group C winners and eliminated the defending champions.

Burkina Faso breeze past Ethiopia

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 20:21:00 GMT

Burkina Faso ended a 19-game wait for a win at the CAF Africa Cup of Nations win, with Alain Traore scoring twice in a 4-0 win over Ethiopia, despite being down to ten men.

Who will win the CAF Africa Cup of Nations?

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 09:41:00 GMT

There have been some surprising results at the CAF Africa Cup of Nations, with Burkina Faso and Ethiopia snatching draws in the group stages. FIFA.com wants to know who you think will win the tournament.

Traore clips Super Eagles' wings

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 20:25:00 GMT

Alain Traore grabbed a late equaliser to help Burkina Faso claim a point against a Nigeria side that led from midway through the first half. Efe Ambrose saw red for the Super Eagles before Traore's late strike.

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.

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.

Ethiopian underdogs out to surprise

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 11:17:00 GMT

It has been 31 years since Ethiopia last appeared at a CAF Africa Cup of Nations, and despite the lack of experience and star names boasted by their opponents, they are hoping to cause a stir in South Africa.

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.

Goal hero wants Stallions to find stability

Wed, 05 Dec 2012 07:38:00 GMT

FIFA.com speaks with Burkina Faso striker Alain Traore who dramatically scored the crucial goal deep into injury time which saw the Stallions qualify for January's 2013 CAF Africa Cup of Nations.

Troussier: Africa is the heart of the game

Wed, 21 Nov 2012 07:04:00 GMT

Philippe Troussier speaks to FIFA.com about his achievements in African and Asian football, and discusses the role that he, FIFA and others have in developing football.

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.

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.

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.

Elephants rampage, Indomitable Lions fade

Sun, 09 Sep 2012 22:30:00 GMT

Côte d'Ivoire impressed in a goalfest against Senegal, holders Zambia left a lot to do in the second leg, and four-time winners Cameroon slumped to defeat. FIFA.com reviews the latest CAF Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.

Regional rivalries highlight last round

Fri, 07 Sep 2012 08:29:00 GMT

A west African derby between Côte d’Ivoire and Senegal is the most hotly anticipated of the final stage of 2013 AFCON qualifying ties, which begin this weekend.

Traore leaves Auxerre for Lorient

Sun, 22 Jul 2012 17:55:00 GMT

Burkina Faso international Alain Traore has joined Ligue 1 side Lorient on a four-year deal, making the move from Auxerre after seven years with the club.

Development efforts to the fore in June

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 10:30:00 GMT

A large number of development initiatives were carried out in June as member associations from every confederation reaped the benefits of FIFA programmes.

CAN qualifiers take further shape

Fri, 06 Jul 2012 00:36:00 GMT

The final qualifying round for the 2013 CAF Africa Cup of Nations has pitted Côte d'Ivoire against Senegal, while defending champions Zambia launch their qualifying campaign versus Uganda.

Sangare: We need to develop our young players

Wed, 04 Jul 2012 08:55:00 GMT

Sita Sangare, President of Burkina Faso’s Football Federation, took time out from a visit to FIFA headquarters on Tuesday to speak to FIFA.com about his plans to improve the standing of his country’s national team.

Giants drop points on the road

Sun, 10 Jun 2012 00:28:00 GMT

Tunisia made it two wins from two, while South Africa, Nigeria, Senegal and Côte d'Ivoire all had to make do with away draws on Saturday in the African qualifying campaign for Brazil 2014.

Crunch clashes come early in Africa

Fri, 08 Jun 2012 04:18:00 GMT

Algeria are just one of the African favourites making tricky away debuts this weekend in Brazil 2014 qualifying, while Ghana travel to face continental champions Zambia. FIFA.com previews a heavy schedule of crucial fixtures in Africa.

Elephants rumble as Zambia stumble

Sat, 02 Jun 2012 23:36:00 GMT

African champions Zambia lost 2-0 in Sudan, while the team they beat in the continental final, Côte d'Ivoire, defeated Tanzania on a busy Saturday of 2014 FIFA World Cup™ qualifying action.

African favourites seek home comfort

Thu, 31 May 2012 02:41:00 GMT

The Brazil 2014 preliminaries reach the group stage in Africa this weekend with a host of continental giants seeking to ease anxieties by making a positive start to their respective campaigns.