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Milan duo back Allegri

Thu, 16 May 2013 12:00:00 GMT

Kevin-Prince Boateng and Stephan El Shaarawy have put the case for Massimiliano Allegri being kept on as AC Milan coach amid speculation he could leave the club.

Ivorians lead the way for the first time

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 03:15:00 GMT

Côte d'Ivoire beat Nigeria in the final for their first continental crown at U-17 level as the two west Africans joined the north African duo of Tunisia and Morocco in qualifying for the FIFA U-17 World Cup UAE 2013.

Chamanga: Brazil our next target

Sat, 27 Apr 2013 09:04:00 GMT

After winning the 2012 CAF Cup of Nations in Gabon, the scene of Zambia's nadir 20 years ago, their forward James Chamanga tells FIFA.com that their next target is to reach their maiden FIFA World Cup finals.

African finalists eye four U-17 spots

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 04:42:00 GMT

The Africa U-17 Championship begins this weekend with hosts Morocco and seven other challengers looking to join the continent's best youth sides at the FIFA U-17 World Cup in the United Arab Emirates later this year.

African clubs eye last 16

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 15:09:00 GMT

Africa's biggest club competition will be cut down to 16 teams after this weekend's fixtures, which feature ambitious Kenyan club Tusker trying to upset champions Al Ahly.

Egypt leads African charge after fourth title

Mon, 01 Apr 2013 08:27:00 GMT

Egypt won the African U-20 Championship over the weekend seeing off three west African powers with the quartet to represent the continent at the upcoming FIFA U-20 World Cup in Turkey.

Egypt claim U-20 CAF championship, learn placement

Sat, 30 Mar 2013 22:02:00 GMT

The four CAF U-20 semi-finalsts learned where they'll be placed in the FIFA U-20 World Cup Turkey 2013 as Egypt claimed their fourth championship after beating Ghana 5-4 in a penalty shoot-out, while Nigeria edged Mali 2-1 in the bronze medal match.

Anticipation coupled with ambition

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 22:02:00 GMT

FIFA.com looks at all the reaction after a glittering FIFA U-20 World Cup draw in Istanbul laid out the path to glory for 24 nations at Turkey 2013.

Hosts face CONMEBOL champs, France meet Spain

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 17:57:00 GMT

In the Final Draw for the FIFA U-20 World Cup, hosts Turkey were drawn in the same group as El Salvador, Australia and South American champions Colombia, while France meet Spain and USA in a competitive Group A.

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.

Boateng invited to join Anti-Discrimination Taskforce

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 16:15:00 GMT

Kevin-Prince Boateng visited the Home of FIFA on Friday to discuss the issue of discrimination in the game with Joseph S. Blatter, who invited him to join FIFA's newly created Anti-Discrimination Taskforce.

Boateng: We can beat racism

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 14:50:00 GMT

Following a positive meeting with FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter at the Home of FIFA today, AC Milan and Ghana star Kevin-Prince Boateng spoke to FIFA.com, delivering a confident message that racism can be eradicated from the game.

FIFA join UN to discuss fight against racism in sport

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 16:26:00 GMT

FIFA have assisted with the commemoration of the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination held during the 22nd session of the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva.

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™.

Kevin-Prince Boateng to visit President Blatter at the Home of FIFA

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 16:06:00 GMT

AC Milan’s midfielder and Ghana international Kevin-Prince Boateng will visit FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter at the Home of FIFA on Friday 22 March 2013.

Glory within reach for African finalists

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 05:03:00 GMT

With four spots at this year's FIFA U-20 World Cup in Turkey up for grabs, the eight African teams competing for the continental crown in Algeria know that there will be a thin line between disappointment and glory.

Big boys join the fight

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 10:48:00 GMT

Eight clubs that received byes past the first round of action join the CAF Champions League in the Round of 32 this weekend, adding a few big names to proceedings.

Four-star Barça stun AC Milan

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Led by a Lionel Messi brace, Barcelona rallied to score four times against AC Milan to overcome the Italian's two-goal first-leg lead and advance into the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals in stunning fashion.

Favourites advance to the next stage

Mon, 04 Mar 2013 06:47:00 GMT

Representatives from Ghana, Nigeria, South Africa and Egypt easily won their ties over the weekend to advance to the Round of 32 in Africa's biggest club competition.

Happy Birthday to you!

Sun, 03 Mar 2013 07:46:00 GMT

Zico, Landon Donovan and Kevin-Prince Boateng feature in our look at this week's birthday boys in the world of football.

AC Milan leapfrog Lazio into third

Sat, 02 Mar 2013 21:55:00 GMT

AC Milan are now in third place in Serie A after a 3-0 victory against Lazio, who struggled to stay in the game after losing Antonio Candreva only 20 minutes into the match.

The Week in Quotes

Sun, 24 Feb 2013 14:12:00 GMT

Zlatan Ibrahimovic saluting himself, Gennaro Gattuso and Wayne Rooney on the Messi-Ronaldo debate, Pele criticising Neymar and Kevin Constant on joining AC Milan without knowing!

Two-goal Milan leave Barça facing early exit

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 21:56:00 GMT

Kevin Prince-Boateng and Sulley Muntari have given AC Milan a precious 2-0 advantage to take into the second leg of their UEFA Champions League last-16 clash with Barcelona.

Balotelli scores again in Milan win

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 22:12:00 GMT

Mario Balotelli kept his scoring streak alive when he buried a free-kick to bolster AC Milan's lead on their way to a 2-1 win over visiting Parma.

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.

Mali earns bronze

Sat, 09 Feb 2013 20:26:00 GMT

Mali defeated Ghana 3-1 to earn a third place finish at the 2013 CAF Africa Cup of Nations in the precursor to tomorrow's final between Burkina Faso and Nigeria.

Burkina Faso hold nerve to reach final

Wed, 06 Feb 2013 22:10:00 GMT

Burkina Faso will face Nigeria in the final of the 2013 CAF Africa Cup of Nations after overcoming Ghana on penalties in a hard-fought semi-final.

New discoveries from the Cup of Nations

Tue, 05 Feb 2013 04:37:00 GMT

Always a great place to spot talent on the rise, this year's CAF Africa Cup of Nations has revealed a number of exciting new faces to keep an eye on as FIFA.com finds out.

West Africa strikes back

Mon, 04 Feb 2013 16:52:00 GMT

For the first time ever, four teams from one region make up the semi-finals of the CAF Africa Cup of Nations as a team from the West African Football Union is guaranteed to win the continental showpiece for the first time since 1994.

Ghana dash debutants' dream

Sat, 02 Feb 2013 17:46:00 GMT

Ghana halted the fairytale run of debutants Cape Verde Islands in the CAF Africa Cup of Nations with a 2-0 quarter-final win Saturday, with substitute Mubarak Wakaso grabbing both goals.

Desailly: I want to see creative sparkle

Sat, 02 Feb 2013 07:55:00 GMT

Ghana-born former French international captain Marcel Desailly has been taking in the CAF Africa Cup of Nations and speaks to FIFA.com on the tournament so far.

Antunes takes history in stride

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 06:06:00 GMT

Cape Verde coach Lucio Antunes tells FIFA.com about the Blue Sharks' stunning run to the CAF Africa Cup of Nations last eight, becoming friends with Jose Mourinho and returning to his job as an air traffic controller.

Ghana stroll to top spot and quarter-finals

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 19:13:00 GMT

Ghana sealed top place in CAF Africa Cup of Nations Cup Group B and a quarter-final meeting with Cape Verde by outclassing Niger. Asamoah Gyan, Christian Atsu and John Boye grabbed the goals in a 3-0 win.

Maazou: We’ll give Ghana a run for their money

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 09:45:00 GMT

The key figure for one of Africa's recent Cinderella stories, Niger captain Moussa Maazou, reacts to the Mena's first-ever CAF Africa Cup of Nations point and looks ahead to Monday's showdown with the Black Stars.

Badu: We respect every team but fear none

Sun, 27 Jan 2013 10:03:00 GMT

With two man of the match awards already in the bag at the CAF Africa Cup of Nations, Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu is hoping to keep Ghana moving towards their first continental trophy in over three decades.

Sore knee sidelines Ghana striker Wakaso

Sat, 26 Jan 2013 11:07:00 GMT

Ghana coach Kwesi Appiah says Espanyol striker Mubarak Wakaso will be sidelined for a few days because of a sore knee, while striker Richmond Boakye-Yiadom remains unavailable with a groin injury.

Ghana turn up heat on Mali

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 17:40:00 GMT

Ghana blew CAF Africa Cup of Nations Group B wide open after a 1-0 win over Mali leaving them a point clear of their rivals with a game each remaining, after Mubarak Wakaso's penalty settled matters.

Milestones and misfiring Africans

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Alessandro Del Piero's goalscoring heroics, Edinson Cavani and Michael Owen grabbing landmark goals and some wayward shooting in South Africa all feature in FIFA.com's latest stats review.

Congo DR comeback to deny Ghana

Sun, 20 Jan 2013 17:12:00 GMT

Two former winners of the CAF Africa Cup of Nations played out an entertaining draw as Ghana and Congo DR both kicked off their respective campaigns, scoring the first goals of this year's competition in the process.

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.

New stars waiting to shine in Africa

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 00:12:00 GMT

The CAF Africa Cup of Nations is known as an exciting showpiece for young talent, and FIFA.com has compiled a list of fledgling players poised for a breakthrough at this month's event.

Gyan: We can break the jinx

Tue, 08 Jan 2013 08:13:00 GMT

Ghana captain Asamoah Gyan tells FIFA.com that he is anxious to put any bittersweet memories behind him this month when he returns to South Africa for the CAF Africa Cup of Nations.

Ghana exclude Ayew

Mon, 07 Jan 2013 09:51:00 GMT

Andre Ayew has been told that he will not feature in the Ghana squad for the CAF Africa Cup of Nations after failing to report to the team's training camp.

Women's football in focus

Thu, 27 Dec 2012 07:14:00 GMT

FIFA.com looks back on another massive year for the women’s game as USA collected gold at London 2012, two youth world titles were successfully staged, while Lyon swept all before them at club level.

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.

New chapter for women’s football in Ghana

Wed, 19 Dec 2012 06:15:00 GMT

The new National Women’s League got underway in Ghana on the weekend, and the future is looking bright, not only for the 12 clubs and their players, but for a nation with fine pedigree in women's football.

Happy birthday to you!

Sun, 16 Dec 2012 07:57:00 GMT

Martin Dimichelis, Gianluca Pagliuca and Steffi Jones feature in our usual look at the forthcoming week's birthday boys and girls.

Happy Birthday to you!

Sun, 09 Dec 2012 07:47:00 GMT

As is tradition at FIFA.com, Sunday is when we look ahead to a week of birthdays across Planet Football, this week including five veterans of the FIFA World Cup™ with a combined total of eight appearances between them.

Barton assists help Marseille beat Brest

Sun, 02 Dec 2012 16:05:00 GMT

Souleymane Diawara and Andre Ayew - both assisted by the impressive Joey Barton - were the marksmen as Marseille returned to form with a 2-1 defeat of Brest.