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High hopes for Copenhagen's Cornelius

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 09:47:00 GMT

Striker Andreas Cornelius, 20, has been making an impressive impact for high-flying Copenhagen and the Danish national team. He speaks to FIFA.com about his rapid rise.

Streaks stretched and runs ended

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 07:36:00 GMT

Royston Drenthe, Robert Lewandowski, Basel, Boca Juniors and the Tyne-Wear derby feature in FIFA.com's latest look at the week's stats.

Qualifying route laid out in Europe

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 14:01:00 GMT

Local rivalries and heaveight clashes were thrown up in today's draw for the qualifying group stage in Europe, with England-Ukraine, Spain-Italy and Sweden-Scotland just a few of the duels in prospect.

Elite duo shine, Euro contenders joust

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 06:57:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews a big week of women’s international action as USA and Germany again displayed their quality, Canada continued FIFA Women’s World Cup™ preparations while UEFA Women’s EURO aspirants also kept busy.

From Kenya to Denmark and back

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 06:12:00 GMT

In this latest edition of Video of the Week, FIFA.com and FIFA TV present the Danish African Soccer Academy, which aims to support youngsters in both Denmark and Kenya. Take a look for yourself.

PSV draw, Ajax move clear at the top

Sun, 31 Mar 2013 18:32:00 GMT

PSV Eindhoven stumbled at Roda JC drawing 2-2, while Vitesse Arnhem beat PEC Zwolle 2-1 to slide into second, level with PSV, and Ajax won 4-1 to move three points clear at the top of the Eredivisie table.

Poulsen sparking Tanzanian rise

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 15:16:00 GMT

Tanzania have surprisingly leapt into the top 120 on the global ladder. FIFA.com hears from the man guiding their progress: coach Kim Poulsen.

Denmark and Bulgaria split points

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 21:24:00 GMT

Daniel Agger's penalty cancelled out Stanislav Manolev's 51st minute strike as Denmark and Bulgaria split the points in the Group B fixture, leaving the hosts' FIFA World Cup hopes in peril.

New beginnings, champs show style

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 11:16:00 GMT

FIFA.com looks at the latest women’s club action with the new season commencing in Japan, the current campaign resuming in Denmark and action aplenty at the top in Germany.

Crunch time for former champions

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 08:03:00 GMT

Spain's trip to France is among the eye-catching fixtures in Tuesday's European Zone FIFA World Cup qualifiers. FIFA.com previews the action.

Spain stumble, Portugal rescue point

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 23:25:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews all the action from a massive evening of Brazil 2014 qualifiers in Europe highlighted by a shock draw at home for world champions Spain against Finland, while Portugal narrowly avoided defeat in Israel.

Danes drop Czech Republic with second-half surge

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 21:48:00 GMT

Denmark earned a solid 3-0 win over hosts czech Republic with three second-half goals to give the Danes their first win in Group B.

USA complete five years at the summit

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 09:06:00 GMT

USA still lead the way ahead of Germany and Japan, with Brazil, France and Sweden following closely behind, in a women's ranking with only a few changes.

New-look Stars and Stripes shine in Algarve

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 12:04:00 GMT

A change in coach seems to have made little difference to world No1 USA who have continued their seemingly unstoppable momentum with yet another victory at the prestigious Algarve Cup as FIFA.com wraps up the 12-nation tournament.

Laudrup pens one-year contract extension

Fri, 08 Mar 2013 18:31:00 GMT

Michael Laudrup, who is enjoying a very impressive first season in charge of Swansea City, has committed himself to the club until the end of 2014/15.

Bayern edge Hoffenheim, Dusseldorf held

Sun, 03 Mar 2013 16:58:00 GMT

Mario Gomez struck the only goal as Bayern Munich took another step towards to the Bundesliga title with a 1-0 win that edged Hoffenheim ever closer to the drop, while Fortuna Dusseldorf and Mainz finished level at 1-1.

Women’s round-up: February 2013

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 05:13:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews the latest from the women’s game in a busy month with Germany 2011 finalists USA and Japan undergoing a period of change, while the United States' new national league is fast approaching.

Laudrup: Swansea prove that patience pays off

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 02:33:00 GMT

Swansea City manager Michael Laudrup believes the League Cup win is a fitting reward for the long-term strategy the club have pursued, with the Welsh side easily overwhelming fourth-tier Bradford City in Sunday's final.

Laudrup welcomes Wieghorst to Wales

Fri, 08 Feb 2013 14:31:00 GMT

Swansea have confirmed the appointment of former Denmark and Celtic midfielder Morten Wieghorst as Michael Laudrup's assistant, with Laudrup's current number two Erik Larsen moving into a scouting role.

England and Germany lay down markers

Wed, 06 Feb 2013 23:39:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews a massive night of international action highlighted by headline-grabbing wins for England and Germany in glamour match-ups, while Argentina and Spain were amongst others that impressed.

Who should your club sign?

Sat, 29 Dec 2012 10:54:00 GMT

FIFA.com wants to know who you reckon your club should sign in January 2013.

The Week in Quotes

Fri, 14 Dec 2012 23:49:00 GMT

Featuring Iker Casillas on Karim Benzema’s underwear, Andy Murray on tennis stars forgetting to take it easy when playing football, Antonio Conte having a Mourinho moment and a host of personalities on Lionel Messi’s greatness.

Bendtner facing long absence

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 18:24:00 GMT

Juventus and Denmark striker Nicklas Bendtner could be sidelined for up to three months after damaging his leg against Cagliari.

Plzen upset champions, Lazio on top

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 22:59:00 GMT

Viktoria Plzen stunned UEFA Europa League holders Atletico Madrid with a 1-0 win to top Group B, while Lazio cruised to victory at Maribor to finish top of Group J ahead of Tottenham Hotspur.

UEFA confirm multi-city EURO 2020

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 16:50:00 GMT

UEFA have confirmed that UEFA EURO 2020 will not take place in a single country, instead being staged across multiple cities around the continent.

Benitez takes heart despite early Chelsea exit

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 06:16:00 GMT

Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez did his best to focus on the positives despite his side become the first holders to be eliminated from the UEFA Champions League at the group stage.

Champs bow out as last 16 finalised

Wed, 05 Dec 2012 23:38:00 GMT

The line-up for the knockout stage of the UEFA Champions League is complete with holders Chelsea eliminated, while Juventus, Celtic and Galatasaray claimed the last three berths on offer. FIFA.com reviews the final group stage action.

Chelsea's big win proves insufficient

Wed, 05 Dec 2012 21:54:00 GMT

A Fernando Torres double helped Chelsea cruise to a 6-1 win over Nordsjaelland, but it proved in vain as the result of the Shakhtar Donetsk-Juventus game condemned the Blues to elimination.

Decisive duels to shape last-16 line-up

Mon, 03 Dec 2012 09:02:00 GMT

Benfica, Celtic, Chelsea, Cluj, Galatasaray and Juventus are fighting it out for the three remaining slots in the last 16 of the UEFA Champions League. FIFA.com looks ahead.

Copenhagen hold lead, Nordsjaelland follow

Sun, 02 Dec 2012 21:06:00 GMT

A 2-0 win over Randers FC means FC Copenhagen end the weekend with their nine-point lead intact, with Nordsjaelland's 3-0 win over Brondby ensure it didn't grow further.

Northern Europe’s confirmed champions

Thu, 29 Nov 2012 07:12:00 GMT

While some of the more headline-grabbing divisions across Europe are only meeting their mid-point, however in much of Scandinavia and the north of the continent their champions have been crowned. FIFA.com rounds-up these leagues.

Copenhagen stretch lead, Brondby off bottom

Sun, 25 Nov 2012 21:09:00 GMT

Copenhagen came from behind to clinch a 2-1 victory at Sonderjyske and extend their lead at the top of the Danish Superliga. Elsewhere, Brondby won to move from the bottom of the table.

Shakhtar seal knockout berth

Tue, 20 Nov 2012 21:58:00 GMT

Luiz Adriano bagged a hat-trick as Shakhtar Donetsk came from behind twice to beat FC Nordsjaelland 5-2 and secure their place in the last 16 of the UEFA Champions League.

Copenhagen restore lead

Mon, 19 Nov 2012 04:46:00 GMT

FC Copenhagen restored their six-point lead at the top after beating FC Midtjylland 2-1, while AaB consolidated third place with a 2-0 win against AC Horsens.

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.

Drama, draws and dazzling displays

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 23:06:00 GMT

A busy night of international football saw France claim a late win against Italy, Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Luis Suarez shine, while Saudi Arabia claimed a famous draw with Argentina.

Moller Nielsen, Moisander & Saari scoop Finnish awards

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 16:03:00 GMT

Richard Moller Nielsen has been awarded the prestigious Captain’s Ball for his contribution to Finnish football, while Niklas Moisander and Maija Saari have pocketed the country's top annual male and female honours respectively.

Mixed week for German clubs, Leonessa relentless

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 11:20:00 GMT

FIFA.com’s weekly review of women’s club football looks at European continental action as former champions Turbine Potsdam were eliminated on an action-packed matchday, plus news from Japan, Australia and Germany.

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.

EURO draw pits old foes together

Sat, 10 Nov 2012 12:33:00 GMT

The draw for the UEFA Women’s EURO 2013 was made in Gothenburg on Friday, with France and England set to renew their rivalry and holders Germany facing familiar foes.

Four-star Juve hammer Danes

Wed, 07 Nov 2012 21:50:00 GMT

Juventus registered their first UEFA Champions League win of the season with a comfortable 4-0 victory over FC Nordsjaelland, after holding a three-goal margin at half-time.

AaB hopes dented by Midtjylland

Mon, 05 Nov 2012 23:23:00 GMT

AaB's title charge has been dented by a 3-1 home defeat to FC Midtjylland, with the hosts remaining six points off the summit after suffering their fifth defeat of the season.

Knockout stage in sight

Mon, 05 Nov 2012 11:46:00 GMT

A host of teams have the opportunity to secure early passage to the UEFA Champions League knockout stage when Europe's premier club competition resumes on Tuesday and Wednesday. FIFA.com previews all the action.

Buffon: I'm angry with Juventus result

Wed, 24 Oct 2012 10:59:00 GMT

Gianluigi Buffon has expressed his annoyance at Juventus only managing to draw away to Nordsjaelland, while Angelo Alessio has lamented the Turin heavyweights' lack of a cutting edge.

Champs defeated as big guns struggle

Tue, 23 Oct 2012 22:57:00 GMT

It proved a tough evening for some of Europe's biggest clubs as Barcelona and Manchester United edged narrow wins, while champions Chelsea were beaten at Shakhtar Donetsk. FIFA.com reviews the UEFA Champions League action.

Juve frustrated in Denmark

Tue, 23 Oct 2012 22:20:00 GMT

Italian champions Juventus were frustrated by Danish counterparts Nordsjaelland as they were held to a 1-1 draw - their third tie in UEFA Champions League Group E.

Copenhagen return top with Brondby win

Mon, 22 Oct 2012 00:44:00 GMT

FC Copenhagen restored their three-point lead at the top with a narrow home win over bottom club Brondby, while Sunday's other two matches finished in parity.

A month of FIFA development: September 2012

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 09:53:00 GMT

In the latest of our monthly round-ups, FIFA.com shines a light on the main events and activities undertaken by FIFA to keep you abreast of development efforts around the world.

Prandelli pleased with Azzurri

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 09:36:00 GMT

Italy coach Cesare Prandelli believes his side showed spirit in overcoming the dismissal of Pablo Osvaldo to beat Denmark 3-1 at the San Siro.

Sting in the tail for Germany, Spain

Tue, 16 Oct 2012 22:58:00 GMT

Surprise results littered Tuesday's 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™ qualification, as Germany let slip a four goal lead to draw 4-4 with Sweden, Northern Ireland held Portugal and France stunned Spain to grab a point in the closing seconds.