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Mandjeck makes move to Auxerre

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 18:25:00 GMT

Auxerre have looked to replace outgoing striker Issam Jemaa by completing a permanent deal for Rennes midfielder Georges Mandjeck.

Mbia to miss several weeks

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:52:00 GMT

Stephane Mbia will be sidelined for up to three weeks after the Marseille player was injured during last night's Coupe de France victory against Le Havre, while Lucho Gonzalez also picked up a knock.

The Cup of Nations in numbers

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 08:54:00 GMT

First played over 50 years ago, the CAF Africa Cup of Nations is one of the world's most colourful and competitive tournaments. Here we look at 13 facts that you may not know about the continental finals.

Eto'o aims to end career in Anzhi

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 09:51:00 GMT

Samuel Eto'o has said he never considered leaving Anzhi Makhachkala "for a single second" and intends to remain at the Russian club until the end of his career.

Ghana, Côte d'Ivoire seek end to drought

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 01:41:00 GMT

With the CAF African Cup of Nations set to kick off on 21 January, both Ghana and Côte d'Ivoire have been pegged as hot favourites to win the title in the absence of such heavyweights as Egypt and South Africa.

Happy Birthday to you!

Sun, 01 Jan 2012 11:01:00 GMT

FIFA.com highlights some of the footballing figures who will celebrate their birthday this week, including Maxi Rodriguez, Diego Tristan and Eden Hazard.

Sinclair strikes late to deny Spurs

Sat, 31 Dec 2011 17:25:00 GMT

A late Scott Sinclair goal snatched Swansea City a 1-1 draw at home to Tottenham Hotspur, who had gone in front through Rafael van der Vaart’s overhead-kick.

Japan make first-ever top three appearance

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 09:31:00 GMT

FIFA Women's World Cup-winners Japan took advantage of Brazil's recent inconsistent form to move into the top three of the FIFA/Coca-Cola Women's World Rankings, while Northern Ireland were the biggest movers.

Matip: We need to move forward

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 05:47:00 GMT

Schalke's rising star, Joel Matip, says that the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon need to look beyond their failure to reach the 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations and focus on a return to their former glory.

Japan coronation for Barça's history boys

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:12:00 GMT

FIFA.com reflects on a memorable FIFA Club World Cup that witnessed Barcelona reaffirm their status as the world's premier footballing force, and in spectacular style.

Happy birthday to you!

Sun, 18 Dec 2011 07:42:00 GMT

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

Mixed emotions for N'Djeng and De Nigris

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 00:49:00 GMT

After suffering a disappointing loss to Kashiwa Resol in their opener at Japan 2011, Monterrey ended on a positive note with a fifth-place finish, while Tunisian side Esperance pack their bags with the less to cheer about.

Monterrey edge Esperance, finish fifth

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 09:21:00 GMT

Hiram Mier, Aldo De Nigris and Jesus Zavala were all on target as Monterrey emerged triumphant from a five-goal thriller in the match for fifth-place at the FIFA Club World Cup Japan 2011.

Shot at redemption for defeated duo

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:03:00 GMT

Having lost in the quarter-finals to Kashiwa Reysol and Al-Sadd respectively, Monterrey and Esperance are playing for pride in tomorrow's fifth-place play-off in Toyota.

Family ties inspiring Rennes rock

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 11:05:00 GMT

FIFA.com caught up with father and son pairing Andre and Jean-Armel Kana-Biyik, with the former expressing his pride at the latter's form with Ligue 1 side Rennes and decision to represent Cameroon.

Stars illuminate Japan 2011 squads

Sat, 03 Dec 2011 09:30:00 GMT

The likes of Lionel Messi, Neymar and Humberto Suazo are among the high-profile players named in the final squads for the FIFA Club World Cup Japan 2011.

Esperance's N’Djeng putting team first

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 06:29:00 GMT

FIFA.com caught up with Esperance's Cameroonian striker Yannick N’Djeng for a chat about the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup, his selfless style and comparisons to club legend Michael Eneramo.

Akide: African women destined for new heights

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 13:29:00 GMT

Nigerian great Mercy Akide, speaking at the recent FIFA/CAF conference on the FIFA Women's World Cup 2011, says Africa’s rapid development in the women’s game will see the continent feature in the last four at Canada 2015.

Development in Costa Rica, wins for Brazil

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 07:24:00 GMT

FIFA.com takes a look at the latest developments in the world of Futsal, just one year out from start of the 2012 FIFA Futsal World Cup in Thailand.

Happy birthday to you!

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 07:57:00 GMT

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

Barça boys dominate men's shortlist

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 10:17:00 GMT

FIFA.com takes a closer look at the FIFA Ballon d’Or shortlist and finds a group in which Barcelona and Spain's national team are once again the dominant presences.

Women's roundup: October 2011

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:09:00 GMT

FIFA.com wraps up all the action in the world of women's football from the month of October, with special attention paid to a power shift in Africa and a return to form for Canada's national team.

Lavagne named Cameroon coach

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 15:38:00 GMT

Frenchman Denis Lavagne has been appointed the new coach of the Cameroon national team, state radio reported on Wednesday.

Women's duo make history in Africa

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 06:35:00 GMT

Cameroon dramatically beat continental queens Nigeria on penalties at the weekend to join fellow debutants South Africa in qualifying for London 2012.

Cameroon stun Nigeria for London berth

Sat, 22 Oct 2011 23:47:00 GMT

Cameroon stunned Nigeria in their London 2012 qualifying tie, defeating the Super Falcons 4-3 on penalties and condemning the African champions to their first Olympic absence since 2000.

The Week in Quotes

Sat, 22 Oct 2011 09:37:00 GMT

Our pick of the week's best quotes features Benoit Assou-Ekotto on his honest approach to football, Romario's view of Lionel Messi as well as some views on Alessandro del Piero's departure from Juventus.

Kana-Biyik commits to Cameroon

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 14:27:00 GMT

Rennes defender Jean-Armel Kana-Biyik has pledged his international allegiance to Cameroon after he was called up by France's U-21 side.

Anzhi: Eto'o staying put

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 15:23:00 GMT

Anzhi Makhachkala have dismissed speculation linking star striker Samuel Eto'o with a return to Inter Milan on a short-term loan deal.

Expectations thrown in African whirlwind

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 01:26:00 GMT

Nigeria and South Africa will join Egypt and Cameroon on the outside of the continental championship as they both stumbled at home, while the likes of Niger and Libya confirmed unlikely spots in the finals.

Cameroon depart with Congo DR win

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 18:59:00 GMT

Cameroon begun the final weekend of CAF African Nations Cup qualifiers with an impressive 3-2 win in Kinchasa over Congo DR today, although they were already out of the running for qualification.

All to play for on Africa’s final weekend

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 08:42:00 GMT

Qualifying for the 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations concludes this weekend with big guns Nigeria and South Africa needing to make up ground to reach the finals, and a host of outsiders aiming to make a bit of history.

Women’s round-up: September 2011

Fri, 30 Sep 2011 07:58:00 GMT

Trophies in England and Korea Republic, goalscoring glory for Abby Wambach and qualification for London 2012 all feature in FIFA.com’s latest women’s football review.

Choupo-Moting's dream come true

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 13:45:00 GMT

From having a poster of the legendary Cameroon striker on his bedroom wall, Eric-Maxim Choupo-Moting now finds himself playing alongside Samuel Eto'o for his country!

Last four clubs set in Africa

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 02:55:00 GMT

Six-time champions Al Ahly were eliminated after a nerve-shattering home draw with Esperance, while Al Hilal and Wydad Casablanca edged into the semi-finals despite failing to win.

Titans set for Cairo clash

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 09:29:00 GMT

With three of the four semi-final spots still up for grabs, there are sure to be fireworks this weekend in the CAF Champions League, nowhere more so than in Egypt, where Al Ahly must beat in-form Esperance.

Enyimba qualify, Esperance edge closer

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 01:44:00 GMT

One of Africa’s Champions League semi-final spots has now been filled after Nigeria's representatives secured progression with an impressive 4-0 victory at the weekend.

Late drama sends Enyimba through

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 21:42:00 GMT

Enyimba clinched a dramatic late 2-1 victory over Al-Hilal through a Samuel Tswanya spot-kick to book their place in the semi-finals in the CAF Champions League.

Firing blanks to shoot-out shock

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 13:57:00 GMT

Missing a penalty during a shoot-out is always a possibility in football, but FIFA.com takes a look back at some of the more memorable and rare examples of when a team has not scored one.

Decisive fortnight awaits African clubs

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 16:31:00 GMT

The penultimate matchday of the CAF Champions League group stage takes place this weekend as Esperance and others try to qualify for the semi-finals before the drama of next week’s final encounters.

Augsburg lose Ndjeng for five weeks

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 18:03:00 GMT

Augsburg midfielder Marcel Ndjeng is expected to be out for the next five weeks as he plans to undergo minor surgery on his ankle.

Duo qualify as final day looms

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 03:43:00 GMT

Senegal and Burkina Faso were the big winners over the weekend as the pair booked passage to the 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations, but seven groups remain up for grabs with one qualifying round to go.

Niger edge closer, Uganda stumble

Sun, 04 Sep 2011 19:35:00 GMT

Niger edged closer to qualifying for next year's CAF Africa Cup of Nations with a win over South Africa, while Uganda lost to Angola and Nigeria beat Madagascar.

Burkinabe through, Egypt crash out

Sat, 03 Sep 2011 21:26:00 GMT

Burkina Faso booked their place at the 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations, while defending champions Egypt crashed out to Sierra Leone.

Do or die weekend in Africa

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 06:57:00 GMT

With all but a handful of teams still in the running to reach the 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations, the continent is set for what should be a dramatic few days of qualifiers this weekend.

Enyimba out in front, Group B stays even

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 07:50:00 GMT

Nigeria's Enyimba emerged from their away draw as leaders of Group A, while Egypt's Al Ahly were regretting the same result as three of the four Champions League matches ended scoreless over the weekend.

Eto'o rescues draw in Anzhi debut

Sat, 27 Aug 2011 19:25:00 GMT

Samuel Eto'o marked his Anzhi Makhachkala debut with a late goal, rescuing a 1-1 draw with Rostov for his new club.

Eto'o signs with Anzhi

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 15:17:00 GMT

Samuel Eto'o has said he is happy now he has signed a three-year contract with Anzhi Makhachkala, with the Cameroonian striker set to receive a reported €20m a year.

African elite take to the road

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 06:17:00 GMT

The CAF Champions League continues this weekend with the Group A frontrunners facing away challenges as they seek passage to the last four, while Al Ahly continue their chase in Group B with a tricky trip to Algeria.

Anzhi confirm Eto'o swoop

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 19:16:00 GMT

Russian club Anzhi Makhachkala have reached an agreement with Inter Milan to sign Cameroonian forward Samuel Eto'o on a three-year deal.

Brazil's youngsters return to the top

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 15:16:00 GMT

Eight years after their last FIFA U-20 World Cup triumph, Brazil lifted the trophy for the fifth time in front of record-breaking crowds at Colombia 2011.