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Women's round-up: January 2010

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 09:43:00 GMT

Successes for Japan, New Zealand, Arsenal and Turbine Potsdam and continued transfer activity dominate the first women's review of the year.

Cambodia build for a bright future

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 08:15:00 GMT

Cambodian football is slowly but surely building momentum both domestically and internationally, as national coach Scott O’Donell told FIFA.com.

Beach soccer lays roots in Dubai

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 11:31:00 GMT

November 2009 will go down as a historic date for beach soccer in Dubai, with minds now focused on developing the discipline in the UAE.

Women's game on the move in south-east Asia

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 08:41:00 GMT

A com-unity seminar held in Vientiane, Laos, last month is set to help kick-start women's football in the region.

From killing fields to playing fields

Fri, 08 May 2009 09:30:00 GMT

Cambodia's terrible past is still claiming innocent lives, but football is playing a major part in the healing process.

Cambodia welcomes the world of women's football

Wed, 25 Mar 2009 14:22:00 GMT

History was made today in Cambodia when the first pilot course for Com-Unity Women's Football Seminar opened in Phnom Penh.

Sao: We want quality

Mon, 02 Feb 2009 17:21:00 GMT

The President of the Cambodian FA, Lieutenant General Sokha Sao, paid a visit to FIFA Headquarters on Monday.

Drogba or Eto'o? You decide...

Tue, 13 May 2008 13:31:00 GMT

Didier Drogba and Samuel Eto'o are among the world's finest forwards, but which of these two African greats do you consider the better player?

Mine risks outlined in Cambodia

Fri, 04 Apr 2008 08:42:00 GMT

On 14 March, the organisation Spirit of Soccer staged a unique competition in Cambodia: the Mine Risk Education Soccer tournament.

Heavy blows for Asian giants

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 19:25:00 GMT

Surprise results were on the menu in Asia as Japan and Saudi Arabia were both beaten on a Wednesday full of thrills and spills.

Big wins in Asia

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 13:58:00 GMT

Gamba Osaka came out on top of a seven-goal thriller on Wednesday while J-League champions Kashima Antlers strolled to another huge victory.

What is the best game you've seen?

Tue, 04 Mar 2008 17:47:00 GMT

Be it from international or club level, yesteryear or the modern era, FIFA.com would like to know what is the best match you have ever watched.

What is the most exciting league?

Sun, 03 Feb 2008 09:58:00 GMT

Planet football is home to a number of captivating national championships. But which, do you feel, is the most most exciting league in the world?

Asian route marked out

Fri, 14 Dec 2007 11:42:00 GMT

Asia's FIFA World Cup preliminaries have been decided, with the continent's big five set to start with home fixtures against the groups' underdogs.

Asia's ups and downs

Sat, 24 Nov 2007 11:51:00 GMT

The Asian confederation has produced more than its fair share of joy and drama in FIFA World Cup qualifying down through the years.

Favourites clear first hurdle

Mon, 29 Oct 2007 10:25:00 GMT

Despite some courageous underdog attempts, the favourites all completed aggregate wins to clear the first hurdle in the race to South Africa 2010.

Aspirants out to preserve dream

Fri, 26 Oct 2007 08:30:20 GMT

Fifteen decisive first round, second leg matches will take place on Sunday as Asia takes a step towards determining its representatives in South Africa.

Raising spirits in Cambodia

Mon, 01 Oct 2007 15:30:37 GMT

FIFA.com takes a look at the story of four women's football coaches in Cambodia who are helping to bring hope to a nation in turmoil.

Football For Hope visits Cambodia’s dream fields

Fri, 21 Sep 2007 12:02:00 GMT

FIFA's Football for Hope Movement continues this weekend with a visit to Cambodia and review of the work done in by one of its newest partners.

Spirit of game visits Cambodia

Fri, 21 Sep 2007 08:55:00 GMT

"They could become the next David Beckham," says Scotty Lee. "If they don't play with landmines but play football. I want to give them the dream."

Maiden triumph for hosts India

Thu, 30 Aug 2007 10:01:00 GMT

India lifted the Nehru Cup for the first time, but there was also reason to cheer for losing finalists Syria and the other three participating teams.

Bobby Charlton arrives in Cambodia

Tue, 24 Jul 2007 06:53:38 GMT

English football legend Bobby Charlton arrived in Cambodia on Tuesday for a goodwill visit that is hoped to boost the country's ailing football programme.

Football for Hope taken to new dimension - support for 27 additional projects worldwide

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 11:36:08 GMT

FIFA has approved a further 27 programmes in 24 countries, at a total cost of USD 1 million, as part of its Football for Hope movement.

Sir Bobby Charlton to visit Cambodia

Fri, 15 Jun 2007 09:36:03 GMT

Cambodia is looking forward to a visit from Sir Bobby Charlton as part of a landmine victim awareness programme.

Quartet make home advantage count

Thu, 24 May 2007 10:01:00 GMT

Home advantage proved decisive as Sepahan, Uwara Reds, Al Karama and Seongnam Chunma booked their passage to the last eight of the competition.

Japan's Urawa into Champions League quarters

Wed, 23 May 2007 13:59:00 GMT

J-League champions Urawa Red Diamonds drew 0-0 with Sydney FC on Wednesday to clinch a place in the AFC Champions League quarter-finals.

Frontale make history as trio progress

Thu, 10 May 2007 14:10:00 GMT

Kawasaki Frontale were among the three teams who claimed places alongside defending champions Jeonbuk Motors in the last eight of the competition.

AFC chief re-elected

Tue, 08 May 2007 07:08:00 GMT

Mohamed Bin Hammam was elected unopposed to a second four-year term as Asian Football Confederation (AFC) president.

Quartet edge closer to last eight

Thu, 26 Apr 2007 12:02:00 GMT

After a tense and hard-fought fourth round of matches, four teams have inched to within touching distance of the quarter-finals.

Asian Cup ticket sales start

Tue, 24 Apr 2007 10:25:00 GMT

Tickets have gone on sale online for the AFC Asian Cup finals, where the presence of Australia has increased interest in the tournament to new heights.

Eastern duo lead the way

Thu, 19 Apr 2007 10:39:00 GMT

Japan and Korea Republic set the standard for Asia by qualifying for the final stage of Olympic qualifiers with two matches to spare.

Shandong & Al Wahda set the standard

Thu, 12 Apr 2007 11:54:00 GMT

China's Shandong Luneng and Al Wahda of UAE maintained their winning streaks, while a Japanese duo edged closer to the last eight.

Ecstasy for east Asians

Thu, 29 Mar 2007 12:03:00 GMT

Japan, Korea DPR and Korea Republic yesterday celebrated victories in the latest round of qualifiers for Beijing 2008.

Giantkillers emerge as favourites fall

Thu, 22 Mar 2007 12:07:00 GMT

It was a day of surprises in Asia as several of the AFC Champions League favourites suffered stunning setbacks in Wednesday's second round matches.

Big guns boosted in Asia

Thu, 15 Mar 2007 13:12:00 GMT

Japan, Korea Republic and Saudi Arabia enjoyed victories as the second stage of Olympic qualifying reached its halfway point.

AFC chief Bin Hammam re-elected to new four-year term

Fri, 09 Mar 2007 05:44:00 GMT

Asian Football Confederation (AFC) president Mohamed Bin Hammam has been re-elected unopposed to a second four-year term, with his position to be formalised in May.

Asian celebration for Sydney

Thu, 08 Mar 2007 12:31:00 GMT

Inaugural winners Al Ain lost out, but the main Champions League headline-grabbers were Sydney FC, who tasted their first Asian victory away to Shanghai Shenhua.

Aussies bolster Asian field

Tue, 06 Mar 2007 13:16:00 GMT

Matchday 1 of the 2007 AFC Champions League sees Aussie duo Sydney FC and Adelaide United come up against the cream of Asian club football for the first time.

Zidane hails Asian football's progress

Sat, 24 Feb 2007 12:34:00 GMT

Zinedine Zidane has praised Asian football's recent progress, adding that players like Shunsuke Nakamura are inspiring a generation.

Italy oust Brazil to take top spot

Wed, 14 Feb 2007 10:35:00 GMT

Brazil's remarkable 55-month run at the top of the FIFA/Coca-Cola World Ranking standings has been ended by the Azzurri.

Asia planning major leagues' revamp

Tue, 13 Feb 2007 01:10:00 GMT

Ten of Asia's top football leagues are set to be revamped as part of the AFC's drive to make them more commercially viable and attractive to fans.

English FA to help Asian football development

Tue, 06 Feb 2007 08:19:00 GMT

England's Football Association has agreed to support the development of soccer in Asia with the signing of a four-year memorandum of understanding.

FIFA mourns Abdullah Khalid Al Dabal

Mon, 29 Jan 2007 17:29:00 GMT

The Saudi Arabian Khalid Al Dabal, a former member of FIFA's Executive Committee, passed away on 27 January after suffering a heart attack in Abu Dhabi.

Big guns meet in final four

Wed, 17 Jan 2007 22:06:00 GMT

The curtain went down on the first phase of the 2007 ASEAN Football Federation (AFF) Championship on Wednesday as four teams booked spots in the semi-finals.

Japan and Australia avoid the big guns

Tue, 19 Dec 2006 18:42:00 GMT

Australia were adjudged to fare well in the Asian Cup draw, as were the holders, but the likes of China and Iran face a battle to progress.

Western trio monopolise medals

Mon, 18 Dec 2006 03:27:00 GMT

The podium at the recent Asian Games in Doha was dominated completely by west Asian sides, and it was hosts Qatar who claimed gold after defeating Iraq in the final by a single goal.

Women take first steps to Beijing

Fri, 08 Dec 2006 12:05:00 GMT

Full of hope and optimism, Asia and Africa's women's sides are gearing up for the start of qualifying as the field for Beijing 2008 takes its first steps toward being known.

AFC reveal list of nominees

Fri, 17 Nov 2006 11:21:00 GMT

Ten players from all across Asia are hoping that they will be announced as the 2006 AFC Player of the Year in Abu Dhabi on 29 November.

Joy for Bahrain and Uzbekistan

Thu, 16 Nov 2006 12:02:00 GMT

With wins in their final group games, Bahrain and Uzbekistan completed the list of 16 teams who have qualified for the AFC Asian Cup 2007.

Asian eyes on Canada

Fri, 27 Oct 2006 11:48:00 GMT

Asia's top 16 teams will battle it out for their places in the FIFA U-20 World Cup as the AFC Youth Championship 2006 kicks off from 29 October to 12 November in India.