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Enza-Yamissi: I'm the big brother of the Wild Beasts

Tue, 21 May 2013 14:27:22 GMT

Captain of Central African Republic, Eloge Enza-Yamissi speaks to FIFA.com about their quest to salvage their Brazil 2014 qualifying campaign

Galtier signs extension at St Etienne

Tue, 21 May 2013 11:11:00 GMT

St Etienne coach Christophe Galtier has signed a two-year contract extension taking him through to 2016, the Ligue 1 club have confirmed.

FIFA celebrates 109th birthday

Tue, 21 May 2013 10:48:15 GMT

The Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) celebrates its 109th anniversary today and FIFA.com takes a look at the history of the organisation and some special events taking place this year.

The boots that bent it for Beckham

Tue, 21 May 2013 04:41:00 GMT

Every Monday, FIFA.com delivers you a football-related photo you won’t be able to resist paying a second glance to. This week’s showcases the boots a legend wore for an unforgettable farewell.

Ibrahimovic takes French players award

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:40:00 GMT

Paris St Germain striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic has been named as France's footballer of the year by the country's Union Nationale des Footballeurs Professionnels.

Rivals trail in Bayern's wake

Mon, 20 May 2013 08:21:00 GMT

The 50th anniversary of the Bundesliga was dominated by Bayern Munich breaking records, but there were also some other wonderful stories. FIFA.com reviews it all.

Milan late-show saves Champions League berth

Sun, 19 May 2013 22:58:00 GMT

A late Phillipe Mexes goal gave AC Milan a 2-1 comeback victory at relegated Siena to push I Rossoneri into Serie A's final UEFA Champions League position and consign Fiorentina to fourth.

Ancelotti requests PSG release

Sun, 19 May 2013 21:18:00 GMT

Paris Saint-Germain sporting director Leonardo has said coach Carlo Ancelotti has asked to be released from his contract with the capital club, though no decision been taken.

Nice, Lyon finish level

Sun, 19 May 2013 19:12:00 GMT

Ten-man Lyon managed to hold on for a 1-1 draw at Nice in today's only match in Ligue 1, and the result means the visitors retain their prime positioning to secure the final UEFA Champions League place.

Ancelotti sees Beckham coaching future

Sun, 19 May 2013 13:40:00 GMT

Paris Saint-Germain boss Carlo Ancelotti believes David Beckham could move into management after announcing his retirement and playing his final game at the Parc de Princes last night.

Becks' PSG beat Brest, Saint-Etienne win

Sat, 18 May 2013 23:11:00 GMT

Paris Saint-Germain were captained by David Beckham in the capital club's 3-1 win over Brest in a night dedicated to the former England captain, while Saint-Etienne earned a 2-0 win against Marseille.

The Week in Quotes

Sat, 18 May 2013 10:08:00 GMT

Featuring Ludovic Giuly on making a fashion mistake at Barcelona, Marco Schallibaum on the amazing toughness of Jeb Brovsky and Gabriel Batistuta on what playing alongside Lionel Messi would have forced him to do.

How did you rate Beckham?

Fri, 17 May 2013 15:05:00 GMT

FIFA.com wants to know how good you thought David Beckham was and what are your best memories of his playing career.

Beckham: I always wanted to go out on top

Thu, 16 May 2013 21:29:00 GMT

David Beckham has explained his decision to retire, admitted criticism over his lifestyle upset him and expressed his pride at what he achieved in his career.

Beckham, the magnificent seven

Thu, 16 May 2013 18:36:00 GMT

Wonder goals, a wonderful gesture and admirable achievements feature as FIFA.com picks out seven memorable moments from David Beckham’s career.

Beckham bows out

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:35:00 GMT

David Beckham has announced his retirement from football at the age of 38, having added the Ligue 1 title to his collection of honours.

Nasri returns to France squad

Thu, 16 May 2013 14:35:00 GMT

Samir Nasri has been named in the France squad for the first time in ten months as Dider Deschamps prepares to take his side to South America for friendlies against Uruguay and Brazil.

Ancelotti '50/50' to stay at PSG

Thu, 16 May 2013 09:15:00 GMT

Carlo Ancelotti has said that he rates his chances of staying at Paris Saint-Germain amid reported interest from Real Madrid.

Runs, records and retirement

Wed, 15 May 2013 09:39:00 GMT

Sir Alex Ferguson stars in FIFA.com's latest stats review, which also reflects on a week of contrasting emotions for Greuther Furth, Lionel Messi, Paris Saint-Germain and Porto.

Velud: Algerian players are gifted

Wed, 15 May 2013 04:06:00 GMT

FIFA.com chats with French coach Hubert Velud about recently leading ES Setif to the Algerian league title, and dealing with tragic memories from the 2010 CAF Africa Cup of Nations while at the helm of Togo.

Bordeaux battle back to book cup final berth

Tue, 14 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Bordeaux will face Evian in the Coupe de France final after battling back to beat Troyes 2-1, with the match winner coming from an unfortunate own goal.

Who's your U-21 player of the season?

Tue, 14 May 2013 13:24:00 GMT

FIFA.com wants to know who you think has been the most impressive U-21 player this season in your domestic league.

Saha: France need to improve

Tue, 14 May 2013 05:13:00 GMT

In the second part of our exclusive interview with Lazio star Louis Saha, he speaks about racism, the qualities of former team-mate Didier Deschamps as a player, and coach and France's hopes for Brazil 2014.

Ibrahimovic wants to defend title

Mon, 13 May 2013 11:00:00 GMT

Zlatan Ibrahimovic has said he wants to defend the Ligue 1 title that his Paris Saint-Germain side wrapped up this weekend. The forward said that he "could not ask for more" from his first year in the French capital.

Formidable tasks await first-timers

Mon, 13 May 2013 10:25:00 GMT

There are five teams competing in the last 16 of the AFC Champions League for the first time, and all face tough challenges. FIFA.com previews the action in Asia's top club competition.

Saha: Sir Alex is something special

Mon, 13 May 2013 03:54:00 GMT

Former France forward Louis Saha speaks about life at his new club Lazio, the lessons he learned while under Sir Alex Ferguson at Manchester United and why Goodison Park is his favourite stadium in England.

PSG claim title as Nice suffer setback

Sun, 12 May 2013 22:39:00 GMT

Paris Saint-Germain ended a 19-year drought as they claimed their third Ligue 1 title with a 1-0 at Lyon as Nice and Saint-Etienne both suffered significant setbacks to their UEFA Champions League ambitions.

Happy Birthday to you!

Sun, 12 May 2013 09:26:00 GMT

We look ahead to another week of birthday's around the footballing globe, with the likes of Brazilian legend Rai, Venezuelan star Juan Arango and French goal-scoring queen Eugenie Le Sommer all set to celebrate.

Bordeaux beat Nancy late, Sochaux sink Brest

Sat, 11 May 2013 22:34:00 GMT

Brodeaux scored late, breaking the deadlock with Nancy to win 3-2, while Bastia beat Montpellier 3-1 and Sochaux bested Brest 2-0.

Marseille win, delay PSG celebration

Sat, 11 May 2013 18:55:00 GMT

Marseille beat Toulouse 2-1 Saturday courtesy of an Andre Ayer brace, which delayed Paris Saint-Germain's Ligue 1 title celebrations until at least Sunday.

Ancelotti: I think Beckham will stay

Sat, 11 May 2013 16:59:00 GMT

Accordingly to Paris Saint-Germain coach Carlo Ancelotti, former England captain David Beckham may be looking stay with the capital club after his current contract expires this summer.

Monaco seal return to Ligue 1

Sat, 11 May 2013 16:32:00 GMT

Monaco will play in Ligue 1 next season, after playing in the second tier for two seasons, after clinching promotion through a 1-0 win over Ligue 2 side Nimes.

Lille beat Reims to move fourth

Fri, 10 May 2013 22:12:00 GMT

Lille beat Reims 3-0 Friday to move into fourth in Ligue 1, at least temporarily putting them in position for a place in the UEFA Europa League next season.

Babies and the beautiful game

Fri, 10 May 2013 11:55:00 GMT

From Bebeto through Joey Barton to Jonathan Soriano, FIFA.com looks at how the arrival of babies has been greeted in the world of football.

French revolution strikes in Madrid

Fri, 10 May 2013 11:32:00 GMT

Among the highlights of the ninth FIWC were a historic number of participants, a host of surprises and 2009 winner Bruce Grannec claiming his second world crown.

Grannec: It’s all down to hard work

Wed, 08 May 2013 21:12:00 GMT

Fresh from winning the FIWC title for a second time on Wednesday and earning an invite to next year’s FIFA Ballon d’Or Gala, the ice-cool Bruce Grannec spoke to FIFA.com.

Bruce Grannec claims second FIFA Interactive World Cup title

Wed, 08 May 2013 21:12:00 GMT

The 2013 FIFA Interactive World Cup (FIWC) has wrapped up in dramatic fashion with Bruce Grannec of France claiming a second world title after beating Mexico’s Andrei Torres Vivero 1-0 in a tense finale.

Two-match ban for Thiago Silva

Tue, 07 May 2013 22:57:00 GMT

PSG skipper Thiago Silva has been handed a two-match suspension following an altercation with the referee during last weekend's tempestuous 1-1 match against Valenciennes, while sporting director Leonardo still has a case to answer.

Karembeu: The finalists know a lot about tactics

Tue, 07 May 2013 19:18:00 GMT

In his second successive year as FIFA Interactive World Cup ambassador, former France star Christian Karembeu spoke to FIFA.com about his love for the tournament and admiration for the competitors.

Ribery keen to extend Bayern contract

Mon, 06 May 2013 11:28:00 GMT

Franck Ribery has spoken of his happiness at Bayern Munich and said that he would be glad to sign a new contract if an offer was tabled.

Ten-man PSG draw, Lyon grab win

Sun, 05 May 2013 22:36:00 GMT

Ten-man Paris Saint-Germain had Brazilian Alex to thank for a late equaliser as they came from behind to draw 1-1, after compatriot Thiago Silva had been sent off. Earlier, Lyon's 3-0 win kept them in third place.

Happy Birthday to you!

Sun, 05 May 2013 06:59:00 GMT

We look ahead to the week of birthdays in the world of football, with the likes of Brazilian defensive duo Dani Alves and Lucio, and USA women's pair Sydney Leroux and Carla Overbeck.

OM keep PSG waiting, Toulouse beat Lille

Sat, 04 May 2013 22:23:00 GMT

Marseille beat Bastia 2-1 to keep Paris Saint-Germain waiting for the Ligue 1 title, while Lille suffered a blow in their hopes to finish in the league's top four, with a 4-2 defeat to Toulouse.

The Week in Quotes

Sat, 04 May 2013 15:46:00 GMT

Featuring Mario Balotelli offering the Real Madrid players a big incentive, an honest Jonathan Zebina on why he didn’t want to see France win Germany 2006, and Scott Parker comparing Jan Vertonghen to an antique car.

Saint-Etienne, Bordeaux finish scoreless

Fri, 03 May 2013 22:38:00 GMT

Visiting Bordeaux held Saint-Etienne to a goalless draw Friday evening, leaving the Coupe de la Ligue winners on the outside looking in for a spot in next season's UEFA Champions League.

Bans handed out after PSG-Evian clash

Fri, 03 May 2013 10:16:00 GMT

The disciplinary commission of the Ligue de Football Professionnel (LFP) has handed out a number of bans following Paris Saint-Germain's match with Evian, with David Beckham and Salvatore Sirigu among those sanctioned.

Alex focused on PSG result for title bid

Thu, 02 May 2013 20:25:00 GMT

Pars Saint-Germain can wrap up their quest for the Ligue 1 title this weekend even before they play on Sunday, but Brazil defender Alex is only focused on earning three points against Valenciennes.

Women’s round-up: April 2013

Wed, 01 May 2013 07:47:00 GMT

FIFA.com runs the rule over an action-packed month of women's football, which witnessed the qualifying campaign for the FIFA Women's World Cup 2015™ gather pace and the dawn of a new era in the USA.

Fortresses, failures and a 14-year-old

Wed, 01 May 2013 07:26:00 GMT

Demoralising defeats for Boca Juniors and Newcastle United feature alongside impressive feats from Mathieu Flamini, Houston Dynamo and young Jordan Allan in FIFA.com's latest stats review.

Name your domestic league XI

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 13:33:00 GMT

After the English PFA announced their Premier League Team of the Year for 2012/13, FIFA.com wants to know the standout XI for your domestic league.