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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.

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.

Senegalese, South African champs fall

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 05:39:00 GMT

Orlando Pirates and US Ouakam were eliminated in the preliminary stage of Africa's biggest club competition, while Egypt's Zamalek led the charge through to the Round of 32.

Adebayor leads Togo as minnows fall

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 20:51:00 GMT

Emmanuel Adebayor returned to the Togo side to help them become one of ten teams into the group stage of African qualifying for Brazil 2014, which also included Kenya, who eased by Seychelles.

Africa's away teams find joy

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 21:17:00 GMT

On the first matchday in the African Zone of Brazil 2014 qualifying, scores favoured the away teams as six out of the ten won on a goal-laden day for travellers.

First roll of the dice for African hopefuls

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 05:22:00 GMT

The long road to Brazil commences in Africa on Friday as the first round of qualifying kicks off featuring 22 teams, each seeking to keep their 2014 FIFA World Cup™ dreams alive.

Africa sets off on road to Brazil

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 07:38:00 GMT

The long journey for African representatives aiming to reach Brazil 2014 commences this weekend with 22 nations participating in Round One.

Eight qualify but big boys are denied

Sat, 08 Oct 2011 19:59:00 GMT

A dramatic day of 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations qualifying action ended with elimination for Nigeria and South Africa, while Angola, Ghana and Tunisia were among those who ensured themselves a place at the tournament.

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.

A test for the Pharaohs

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 20:43:00 GMT

Despite their recent worrying dip in form, Egypt are the favourites to take Group G of African qualifying, where the threat will come from improving Guinea and Zimbabwe.

Mexico rocket ninth, Africans make ground

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 09:00:00 GMT

Mexico's CONCACAF Gold Cup triumph helped them return to the top ten for the first time since July 2007, while Côte d’Ivoire, Zimbabwe, Liberia, Comoros, Sierra Leone and Central African Republic also climbed impressively.

Comoros chasing historic firsts

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 17:56:00 GMT

Comoros, a tiny island nation situated off the coast of Africa, are looking to Kemal Bourhani and other France-based players for inspiration ahead of their CAF Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Libya.

SuperSport keep Al-Ahly dream alive

Sun, 30 Jan 2011 17:28:00 GMT

The possibility of a mouthwatering CAF Champions League tie against Egyptian giants Al-Ahly is drinving on SuperSport United of South Africa and, after a 2-0 win over Matlama of Lesotho, coach Gavin Hunt is focused on it.

M'Changama makes fairytale breakthrough

Thu, 30 Dec 2010 09:30:00 GMT

FIFA.com charts the unlikely rise of young forward Mohamed M'Changama, who had almost given up on his dream of becoming a professional before an opportunity with Nimes began a fairytale adventure.

12 milestones for 2010

Thu, 30 Dec 2010 09:16:00 GMT

As 2011 edges closer the time has come to reflect on the year in football. FIFA.com takes stock of the momentous 12 months that made 2010 so special for the beautiful game.

Mazembe prepare for Champions League defence

Mon, 20 Dec 2010 15:43:00 GMT

FIFA Club World Cup runners-up TP Mazembe will begin their quest for a record third consecutive CAF Champions League title against Tanzanian or Comorian opposition.

Cameroon stumble in busy day of qualifiers

Sun, 10 Oct 2010 00:02:00 GMT

The latest round of 2012 African Nations Cup qualifiers saw Cameroon stumble at home, Côte d'Ivoire maintain their perfect start and Morocco claim their first points.

Ghana, Nigeria stroll as Egypt held

Sun, 05 Sep 2010 18:05:00 GMT

Egypt were forced to come from behind to gain a share of the points in their opening CAF Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Sierra Leone in Cairo, while Ghana and Nigeria scored comfortable home wins.

Giants begin journey to 2012

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 12:44:00 GMT

Algeria, Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana, Morocco, Nigeria, South Africa and Zambia will get their qualifying campaigns underway with easy home games, while Congo DR and Senegal will collide in the pick of the weekend’s fixtures.

Nooij: We play with a fighting spirit

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 13:05:00 GMT

After returning to the Mozambique reins following a five-month break, Mart Nooij spoke to FIFA.com about his players’ will to win and the challenge of qualifying for the next CAF Africa Cup of Nations.

Strong Zambia squad for opening qualifier

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 08:08:00 GMT

Zambia have announced an experienced and strong squad for their opening CAF Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Comoros Islands who are set to make their debut at continental level.

African journalists train for the FIFA World Cup

Mon, 10 May 2010 19:20:00 GMT

As part of a programme run by the AFP Foundation and financed by FIFA, some 270 African sports journalists, editors and photographers attended a training programme which concluded on 5 May 2010.

Drogba named Africa's best

Fri, 12 Mar 2010 04:52:00 GMT

Côte d'Ivoire and Chelsea striker Didier Drogba has been crowned African Player of the Year for 2009 ahead of Michael Essien and Samuel Eto'o.

The Comoros welcome Blatter with open arms

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 18:16:00 GMT

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter received the warmest of welcomes when he visited Comoros for a busy day of openings.

Greece back in top ten

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 09:00:00 GMT

Greece returned to the top ten on the Ranking for the first time since June 2008 as Serbia climbed to 13th, while Slovenia and Slovakia made progress.

CAF Champions League preview

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 09:27:00 GMT

Several giants left themselves on the verge of the second round with first-leg away wins, but Asante Kotoko and Club Africain have serious work to do.

Onwards and upwards for proud Comoros

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:42:00 GMT

Football in the Comoros has come on leaps and bounds since the small African island state joined FIFA four years ago.

Culture Foot Solidaire protecting youth

Tue, 21 Oct 2008 15:13:00 GMT

The second edition of the International Conference on Young African Footballers will focus on the protection of under-age footballers.

Battles intensify for top spots

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 09:19:00 GMT

It's business as usual in many of the world's leagues, and we preview the action in Brazil, the US, Japan, Cameroon and Russia.

Africans prepare for take-off

Tue, 27 May 2008 14:12:00 GMT

With the continental qualifiers for South Africa 2010 fast approaching, African sides have been fine-tuning their preparations at home and abroad.

Comoros anticipate historic debut

Fri, 29 Feb 2008 07:43:00 GMT

A ground-breaking weekend lies in store in the Comoros Islands, where the CAF Champions League arrives for the first-ever time.

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?

Drama at the Draw

Sun, 25 Nov 2007 17:17:00 GMT

A thrilling Preliminary Draw to the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa took place in Durban today, with 170 teams discovering their tasks.

Africa, the realm of surprises

Sat, 24 Nov 2007 17:44:00 GMT

Earning a ticket to the FIFA World Cup is never straightforward, as a look back at some of the more memorable qualifying campaigns in Africa reveals.

Debutants take to the stage

Fri, 23 Nov 2007 19:38:55 GMT

The field of 200 teams taking part in the 2010 FIFA World Cup Preliminaries includes five nations making their first appearance at this level.

Djibouti snatch surprise place

Wed, 21 Nov 2007 15:56:00 GMT

African minnows Djibouti won their first-ever international, undoing Somalia 1-0 to seize a place in the Preliminary Draw for South Africa 2010.

Aboutrika: the toast of Africa

Fri, 16 Nov 2007 13:39:32 GMT

Al Ahly fans came out in force to ensure that Mohamed Aboutrika dominated FIFA.com's latest Have Your Say topic on Africa's best player.

Minnows head upstream

Fri, 16 Nov 2007 09:26:00 GMT

War-torn Somalia's national team heads to nearby Djibouti in one of the weekend's CAF qualifiers for the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa.

Who is the best African player?

Tue, 13 Nov 2007 13:23:00 GMT

Africa is undoubtedly responsible for producing several of the world's finest footballers. The question is: who is the pick of the bunch?

Malagasy begin journey in style

Tue, 16 Oct 2007 13:37:00 GMT

The African qualifiers for the 2010 FIFA World Cup finals began on Sunday with Madagascar overwhelming Comoros Islands in an eight-goal thriller.

Ghana race enters final straight

Fri, 07 Sep 2007 10:04:00 GMT

The lineup for the CAF Africa Cup of Nations will become clearer this weekend when qualifying concludes in all but two of the 12 groups.

African pair pull out of qualifying race

Thu, 06 Sep 2007 14:51:00 GMT

São Tomé e Príncipe and the Central African Republic will not be taking part in the African qualifiers for the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa ^TM.

FIFA World Cup qualifiers get underway in Africa

Fri, 24 Aug 2007 12:15:00 GMT

Qualifiers for the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa will soon be getting underway on the host continent with five places up for grabs.

Sports coaching course in Senegal

Wed, 15 Aug 2007 09:58:00 GMT

As part of its partnership with the International Centre for Sports Studies, Dakar's Cheikh Anta Diop University will be organising a second session of its sports management course.

Cameroon lead by example

Mon, 04 Jun 2007 07:34:49 GMT

As one of only two teams to have won away from home this weekend, Cameroon took the plaudits in this fourth round of qualifiers for Ghana 2008.

New and old take gold in Africa

Wed, 30 May 2007 18:29:10 GMT

There are familiar faces among the domestic league winners in Africa in recent weeks but also a handful of newcomers to give a touch of variety.

African new boys eye the prize

Fri, 20 Apr 2007 09:24:00 GMT

The weekend's third-round, second-leg matches in the CAF Champions League offer up an opportunity for fresh faces in the latter stages.