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Women's round-up: January 2012

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:29:00 GMT

FIFA.com’s first monthly review of women’s football in 2012 looks at more success for Abby Wambach and Homare Sawa, plus the latest international and club happenings across the globe.

Drama in Malawi, Kotoko lead at midpoint

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 17:42:00 GMT

FIFA.com wraps up all the weekend action around Africa, where leaders ESCOM United are taking it to the wire in Malawi and Asante Kotoko opened up a four-point lead in Ghana.

Esperance get kind Champions League draw

Sat, 10 Dec 2011 23:50:00 GMT

Reigning CAF Champions League holders Esperance were given a favourable draw for their first game of the 2012 competition as the continental competition's early rounds were laid out.

Teferra: Mentality is key for Ethiopia

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 07:31:00 GMT

The most experienced Ethiopian football player at the age of 25, Fikru Teferra says that the Walya Antelopes are aiming to hit a peak in Brazil 2014 qualifying after beating Somalia in the opening round.

Ethiopia hit Somalia for five to progress

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 16:43:00 GMT

Omod Okwury scored within in five minutes, and two goals each from Shimeles Belkele and Getaneh Kebede completed a 5-0 win for Ethiopia over Somalia in the second leg of their first round qualifier for Brazil 2014.

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.

Somalia, Ethiopia play out stalemate

Sat, 12 Nov 2011 15:24:00 GMT

All is still to play for in the 2014 FIFA World Cup qualifying tie between Somalia and Ethiopia after the two sides drew 0-0 in their first leg in Djibouti today.

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.

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.

Regenass: We have strong principles

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 08:02:00 GMT

FIFA.com spoke with Thierry Regenass, FIFA's Director of Member Associations and Development, about governmental interference in football and the measures which the sport’s governing body can take.

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.

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.

Banyana secure historic passage to London

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 08:19:00 GMT

South Africa will be one of two African representatives at London 2012 after defeating Ethiopia 4-1 on aggregate for a maiden qualification to a Women’s Olympic Football 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.

Mosimane: Attitude and emotion key factors

Mon, 08 Aug 2011 09:13:00 GMT

"Botswana is a local derby. Most of their players play in South Africa and against them, the attitude and the emotions will be the key factors,” Pitso Mosimane, South Africa coach.

Rising neighbours look to test Bafana

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 10:17:00 GMT

Previous FIFA World Cup hosts South Africa will be pleased with their draw in Group A of African qualifying, but nevertheless will face strong challenges from Botswana and Central African Republic.

Saintfiet: Ethiopia have great potential

Tue, 19 Jul 2011 08:47:00 GMT

The new coach of the Walya Antelopes, Tom Saintfiet believes that Ethiopia can return to their glory days and make waves in 2013 and 2014 if they harness their talent and athleticism.

Ahly cruising, Chlef win first crown

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 15:49:00 GMT

Al Ahly continue to put space between them and second-placed Zamalek in Egypt ahead of this week's derby, while ASO Chlef won their first-ever title in Algeria with a lopsided victory.

Nigeria suffer Cup setback

Sun, 05 Jun 2011 18:46:00 GMT

Ethiopia shocked Argentina-conquerors Nigeria as they held the the 'Super Eagles' to a 2-2 draw and damaging their chances of going to the 2012 CAF African Nations Cup, while Zimbabwe beat Mali 2-1.

Ghana spirits rise, Nigeria rout Ethiopia

Sun, 27 Mar 2011 20:50:00 GMT

Ghana spirits were boosted with a 3-0 win over Congo, while Côte D'Ivoire, Zambia, Congo DR and Nigeria all came out on top in their respective 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches.

Injury rules Enyeama out for Nigeria

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 20:33:00 GMT

Nigeria's starting goalkeeper Vincent Enyeama suffered an ankle injury and has been ruled out of the national team's 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Ethiopia this weekend.

Moroccan clubs maintain charge

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 14:33:00 GMT

Morocco's three-club presence at the CAF Confederation Cup remained intact after the both their sides competing in the first round qualified, but Difaa al-Jadida cut it finer than Moghreb Fes, relying on a last-minute goal.

Great Dane Poulsen lifts Tanzania

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 13:21:00 GMT

Tanzania's triumph over the Côte D'Ivoire in the CECAFA Challenge Cup final has brought new coach Jan Poulsen almost instant success with the African minnows, and the new man feels they are worthy champions.

Onuora embracing Ethiopian challenge

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 09:04:00 GMT

Iffy Onuora, a journeyman player and coach in England's lower leagues before committing to help turn around Ethiopia's fortunes, discusses his latest challenge and the need for more players from the east African nation to play overseas.

Egypt stunned in Niger amid upsets

Sun, 10 Oct 2010 23:55:00 GMT

Defeat for champions Egypt against Niger and surprise losses for both Algeria and Nigeria capped a poor round for the favourites in CAF Africa Cup of Nations qualifying.

Stars, shocks and a sacking in Africa

Mon, 06 Sep 2010 12:51:00 GMT

Rabah Saadane found himself out of a job after a weekend of Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers that also ended in disappointment for Egypt, Morocco and Tunisia.

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.

Ethiopia's Saint George appoint Dossena

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 08:14:00 GMT

Ethiopian league champions Saint George have announced the appointment of Italian FIFA World Cup™ winner Giuseppe Dossena as coach on a two-year contract.

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.

Brazil 2014 host cities confirmed

Sun, 31 May 2009 22:40:00 GMT

Meeting in Nassau (Bahamas), the FIFA Executive Committee, chaired by Joseph S. Blatter, confirmed the 12 Host Cities for the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil.

Roadmap mission to Ethiopia

Tue, 24 Feb 2009 13:38:00 GMT

FIFA's Executive Committee will receive a report on Ethiopian football next month, following a joint FIFA/CAF mission on 17-18 February 2009.

Ethiopian football – meeting yesterday at FIFA

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 08:54:00 GMT

The President of the Ethiopian Football Federation, Dr Ashebir Woldegiorgis, and representatives of the group led by Ahmed Yassin met at the Home of FIFA today, 18 November 2008.

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.

Ethiopia excluded from the preliminary competition

Fri, 12 Sep 2008 15:57:00 GMT

The Bureau of the Organising Committee has decided to exclude the Ethiopian Football Federation (EFF) from the preliminary competition.

Benin through as Congo climb

Sun, 07 Sep 2008 19:06:00 GMT

Benin won to join Nigeria and Cameroon in the third phase of African Zone qualifying, while Côte d'Ivoire and Egypt are on the brink of progression.

Egypt gain advantage

Sun, 07 Sep 2008 14:50:00 GMT

Mohamed Aboutrika's 30th-minute strike gave Egypt a 1-0 win over Congo DR, opening up a three-point gap at the top of Group 12.

African hopefuls on the brink

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 02:07:00 GMT

In the second half of FIFA.com's preview of this weekend's African qualifiers for South Africa 2010, we look ahead to the action in Groups 7 to 12.

Ethiopia-Morocco qualifier postponed

Mon, 01 Sep 2008 10:03:00 GMT

FIFA today confirmed that the forthcoming 2010 FIFA World Cup preliminary match between Ethiopia and Morocco has been postponed.

Ethiopian Football Federation suspended

Tue, 29 Jul 2008 10:51:00 GMT

The FIFA Emergency Committee has decided to suspend the Ethiopian Football Federation (EFF) due to the non-compliance of the EFF.

Introductions and farewells

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 08:58:00 GMT

This week, we highlight the emergence of Toronto FC's 16-year-old striker Abdus Ibrahim and the retirement of Australia stalwart Di Alagich.

Burkina Faso setting breakneck pace

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 08:05:00 GMT

Groups 7 to 12 of the African qualifiers have thrown up surprises aplenty; none bigger than Burkina Faso being the only team on maximum points.

Big guns sign off in style

Sun, 22 Jun 2008 21:33:00 GMT

Congo DR, Benin, Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana, Guinea, Egypt and Mali all picked up important wins to help their bids to reach South Africa 2010.

Ghana and Guinea go top

Sun, 22 Jun 2008 16:20:00 GMT

In the latest FIFA World Cup qualifying action in Africa, Ghana and Guinea each moved to the top of their respective group after winning at home.

Shock leaders aim to keep hold

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 15:56:00 GMT

FIFA.com continues its in-depth preview of this weekend's qualifying action in Africa with a look at the crucial fixtures in Groups 7 through 12.