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Côte d'Ivoire, Egypt lead charge

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 22:12:00 GMT

Côte d'Ivoire, Egypt and a handful of other teams secured qualification for the final round of African qualifiers for Brazil 2014, but many groups are open with one matchday left to play.

Disciplinary proceedings opened against three member associations

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 21:24:00 GMT

FIFA can confirm that disciplinary proceedings have been opened against three member associations for each having allegedly fielded an ineligible player in the preliminary competition for Brazil 2014.

Favourites made to wait in Africa

Sun, 09 Jun 2013 21:25:00 GMT

Egypt, Tunisia and Congo fell just short of securing a place in the final round of qualifying for the 2014 FIFA World Cup™ and now just two group matchdays remain before the head-to-head round.

South Africa, Ethiopia race hots up

Sat, 08 Jun 2013 20:01:00 GMT

Victory for Ethiopia in Botswana saw the race in FIFA World Cup™ qualifying Group A, as a win for South Africa kept the race tight at the top, while Tunisia secured a late point and Côte d'Ivoire won in Gambia.

African trio eye final round spots

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 06:28:00 GMT

Egypt, Tunisia and Congo could become the first teams to cement their place in the last stage of 2014 FIFA World Cup™ qualifying in Africa this weekend. FIFA.com previews a potentially pivotal matchday on the Mother Continent.

Egyptian duo advance amid thrills

Mon, 06 May 2013 06:04:00 GMT

Zamalek and Al Ahly were two of just three North African sides to advance to the group stage of the CAF Champions League after a dramatic weekend in the continent's biggest club competition.

Pressure is on in Africa

Fri, 03 May 2013 04:57:00 GMT

The weekend's return leg in the second round of qualifying for the CAF Champions League will determine which teams reach the group stage of Africa's biggest club competition, and some giants have a lot of work to do.

New development priorities for FIFA member associations

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 07:30:00 GMT

Following up on the approval of the new development regulations by FIFA’s Executive Committee in March 2013, football development activities are set to reach a new milestone through PERFORMANCE.

Zamalek, Mazembe stumble

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 03:27:00 GMT

Zamalek were held to a 1-1 draw at home by Ethiopian side Saint George in the Round of 16 of Africa's biggest club competition, which also saw a defeat for TP Mazembe and away draws by Al Ahly and Esperance.

Tricky away tests for African giants

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 16:01:00 GMT

TP Mazembe are on the road at South Africa's Orlando Pirates in the CAF Champions League Round of 16, while Al Ahly and Esperance face North African derbies this weekend.

North Africa dominates as group stage beckons

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 01:55:00 GMT

Seven North African clubs advanced to the last 16 of Africa's biggest club competition, with just one round of head-to-head ties left before the CAF Champions League group stage concludes.

Favourites struggle as Eto'o returns

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:44:00 GMT

The last two African champions only managed draws in the latest round of African qualifying for 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™, but Cameroon icon Samuel Eto'o led his side to victory over Togo with a brace. FIFA.com reviews the action.

African aspirants resume journey

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 14:34:00 GMT

Burkina Faso and Ghana are just two of the sides hoping to make headway on the third matchday of action in the group stage of CAF qualifying for the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™.

Additional transparency for better development

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 14:00:00 GMT

The latest meeting of the FIFA Development Committee met this week approving numerous development projects across the globe, as well as establishing new rules in order to bring about even further transparency.

Super Eagles soar all the way to Brazil

Mon, 11 Feb 2013 05:47:00 GMT

Nigeria concluded a thrilling tournament by edging Burkina Faso to win a third continental crown and book passage to the 2013 FIFA Confederations Cup. FIFA.com reviews all the action from a fascinating 23 days in South Africa.

Moses hits late brace to sneak Nigeria through

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 19:17:00 GMT

Victor Moses scored twice in the last ten minutes to earn Nigeria a 2-0 win over Ethiopia that sent them through to the quarter-finals at Zambia’s expense.

Burkina Faso breeze past Ethiopia

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 20:21:00 GMT

Burkina Faso ended a 19-game wait for a win at the CAF Africa Cup of Nations win, with Alain Traore scoring twice in a 4-0 win over Ethiopia, despite being down to ten men.

Who will win the CAF Africa Cup of Nations?

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 09:41:00 GMT

There have been some surprising results at the CAF Africa Cup of Nations, with Burkina Faso and Ethiopia snatching draws in the group stages. FIFA.com wants to know who you think will win the tournament.

Said: We aren't afraid of any favourites

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 07:48:00 GMT

Despite a missed penalty and a first half red card, Ethiopia held their own against CAF Africa Cup of Nations champions Zambia and star striker Saladin Said sys the team are not concerned about the underdog role.

Ten-man Ethiopia hold champions

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 17:26:00 GMT

A spirited performance from Ethiopia, who played much of the game without red-carded first-choice goalkeeper Jemal Tassew, came back from a goal down to secure a 1-1 draw with reigning champions Zambia.

Fireworks sure to light up Africa

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 07:14:00 GMT

Africa’s continental championships begin on Saturday in South Africa with the only sure thing seemingly that there are no sure things at the 2013 CAF Africa Cup of Nations.

The AFCON in numbers

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 17:56:00 GMT

Didier Drogba is hoping to add to his ten lifetime goals at the CAF Africa Cup of Nations during the 29th edition of the tournament.

Ethiopian underdogs out to surprise

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 11:17:00 GMT

It has been 31 years since Ethiopia last appeared at a CAF Africa Cup of Nations, and despite the lack of experience and star names boasted by their opponents, they are hoping to cause a stir in South Africa.

Said believes in Ethiopian dreams

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 08:35:00 GMT

After a year of upsets and big goals, Ethiopia’s scoring hero Saladin Said says the Walya Antelopes can keep their good run going and escape from a tough group at this month’s CAF Africa Cup of Nations.

CAN hopefuls in friendly action

Mon, 31 Dec 2012 08:10:00 GMT

Ethiopia, Tunisia and Togo were among the winners as the year ended with a host of pre-Africa Cup of Nations friendly matches.

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.

Ethiopia hosts Centre workshop

Fri, 23 Nov 2012 11:11:00 GMT

Delegates from all 20 Football for Hope Centres have been meeting in the Ethiopian capital of Addis Abeba for the fifth Football for Hope Centre Host Workshop.

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.

Draw pairs Zambia, Nigeria in South Africa

Wed, 24 Oct 2012 22:42:00 GMT

Reigning CAF Africa Cup of Nations champions Zambia have been drawn alongside Nigeria for the upcoming tournament in South Africa, while runners-up Côte d'Ivoire will face north-African pair Algeria and Tunisia.

Comebacks, shocks as continental line-up set

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 04:07:00 GMT

Four teams reversed their ties from the first leg in the final qualifying stage for January's CAF Africa Cup of Nations, although Cameroon suffered a shock elimination at the hands of a resurgent Cape Verde Islands.

Cameroon crash out, Ethiopia qualify

Sun, 14 Oct 2012 18:04:00 GMT

Cameroon have failed to reach the CAF Africa Cup of Nations again after losing 3-2 on aggregate to Cape Verde Islands, while Ethiopia saw off Sudan to reach the finals.

Big guns facing elimination

Fri, 12 Oct 2012 08:07:00 GMT

There will be tension across the entire African continent this weekend as 15 berths for next year's CAF Africa Cup of Nations go on the line, with a number of upsets on the cards.

Elephants rampage, Indomitable Lions fade

Sun, 09 Sep 2012 22:30:00 GMT

Côte d'Ivoire impressed in a goalfest against Senegal, holders Zambia left a lot to do in the second leg, and four-time winners Cameroon slumped to defeat. FIFA.com reviews the latest CAF Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.

Nigeria held, Sudan strike late

Sun, 09 Sep 2012 13:46:00 GMT

Nigeria still have work to do if they are to return to the CAF Africa Cup of Nations after being to a 2-2 draw by Liberia in their two-leg qualifier, while Sudan beat Ethiopia 5-3 with a late double from Mohammed El Tahir.

Regional rivalries highlight last round

Fri, 07 Sep 2012 08:29:00 GMT

A west African derby between Côte d’Ivoire and Senegal is the most hotly anticipated of the final stage of 2013 AFCON qualifying ties, which begin this weekend.

Walya Antelopes picking up the pace

Thu, 02 Aug 2012 07:14:00 GMT

Ethiopia's national team have leaped up the global pecking order after recording surprising results in qualifying for both the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™ and CAF Africa Cup of Nations.

Women’s round-up: July 2012

Tue, 31 Jul 2012 12:51:00 GMT

FIFA.com wraps up the past month in the women’s game, including the retirement of a Germany great, Rossiyanka’s Brazilian-inspired domination in Russia, the draw for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup and more.

Excited Ethiopians get FIFA boost

Thu, 19 Jul 2012 21:58:00 GMT

Ethiopia have enjoyed a bright start to their FIFA World Cup™ qualifying campaign, however, it is the women's side which has the country buzzing as they are set to compete in the CAF African Women's Championship this year.

Saint George crowned, challengers charge

Mon, 09 Jul 2012 16:34:00 GMT

St George won the title in Ethiopia despite a loss over the weekend, while a host of leagues got tighter at the top as leaders lost ground.

CAN qualifiers take further shape

Fri, 06 Jul 2012 00:36:00 GMT

The final qualifying round for the 2013 CAF Africa Cup of Nations has pitted Côte d'Ivoire against Senegal, while defending champions Zambia launch their qualifying campaign versus Uganda.

Hosts slam doors in AFCON preliminaries

Mon, 18 Jun 2012 00:41:00 GMT

Nigeria and Cameroon were among the big names to advance to the final round of 2013 CAF Africa Cup of Nations qualifying, however seven-time African champions Egypt have it all to do in a fortnight.

Late goals go North Africa's way

Sun, 10 Jun 2012 22:29:00 GMT

Libya and Egypt both secured dramatic late wins on Sunday as Africa's FIFA World Cup™ qualifying group stage continued in thrilling fashion.

Crunch clashes come early in Africa

Fri, 08 Jun 2012 04:18:00 GMT

Algeria are just one of the African favourites making tricky away debuts this weekend in Brazil 2014 qualifying, while Ghana travel to face continental champions Zambia. FIFA.com previews a heavy schedule of crucial fixtures in Africa.

Bafana Bafana sack Mosimane

Tue, 05 Jun 2012 10:24:00 GMT

South Africa have sacked Pitso Mosimane following a disappointing draw with Ethiopia and placed Steve Komphela in temporary charge.

Bafana falter on day of frustration

Sun, 03 Jun 2012 21:49:00 GMT

It was a tough day for strikers in Africa as Bafana Bafana were held at home by Ethiopia, Nigeria just earned a win and no side managed more than a single goal.

Bishaw: Belief is essential against Bafana

Fri, 01 Jun 2012 04:30:00 GMT

Despite facing a challenging trip to South Africa in Brazil 2014 qualifying, veteran Ethiopia coach Sewnet Bishaw says his players are ready to fight for points in Rustenburg.

African favourites seek home comfort

Thu, 31 May 2012 02:41:00 GMT

The Brazil 2014 preliminaries reach the group stage in Africa this weekend with a host of continental giants seeking to ease anxieties by making a positive start to their respective campaigns.

Draws aplenty and one major surprise

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 11:44:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews the weekend action in the CAF Champions League, where eight of 15 matches ended in draws and Berekum Chelsea of Ghana produced the stand-out result of the round.

Ahly return to action

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 07:37:00 GMT

The return of African football giants Al Ahly to competitive football headlines the weekend's CAF Champions League fixtures, while former winners TP Mazembe of Congo DR feature again after a one year absence.

African big boys make their entrance

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 10:02:00 GMT

FIFA.com previews the 2012 CAF Champions League in Africa, which kicks off in earnest this weekend with the continent's 13 top-seeded teams entering the fray.