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USA back with a bang as Salvadorans stride

Mon, 13 May 2013 03:35:00 GMT

USA will return to the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup after a lengthy absence, edging fellow qualifiers El Salvador in the Bahamas in a qualifying tournament where top-ranked Mexico fell flat.

Mexico, Salvadorans comb the beach for gold

Tue, 07 May 2013 05:26:00 GMT

Qualifiers in the CONCACAF zone commence this week in Nassau, Bahamas, where Mexico are eager to defend their regional crown and El Salvador aim to keep up their relentless ascent and book passage to Tahiti 2013.

Monterrey break new ground with hat-trick

Mon, 06 May 2013 11:25:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews the 2013 CONCACAF Champions League, in which Monterrey again beat compatriots Santos in the final to reach the FIFA Club World Cup for a third time in a row.

Mexico juniors continue to dominate

Sat, 20 Apr 2013 08:44:00 GMT

Defending world champions Mexico sparkled in winning the CONCACAF U-17 qualifying tournament to book their place at UAE 2013, where they will be joined by Panama, Honduras and Canada.

Mexico, Honduras stamp ticket to UAE 2013

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 04:38:00 GMT

Reigning world champions Mexico and Honduras will complete the quartet of CONCACAF sides at UAE 2013 after defeating Guatemala and USA respectively.

Mexico lead U-17 pack in Panama

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 12:20:00 GMT

The top 12 junior sides in North, Central America and the Caribbean, led by defending U-17 world champions Mexico, gather in Panama this weekend with the aim of reaching UAE 2013.

Executive Committee strongly backs further governance reforms and strengthens fight against racism and discrimination

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 14:17:00 GMT

Chaired by FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter, the FIFA Executive Committee held its first meeting of the year at the Home of FIFA in Zurich over the last two days.

FIFA expresses concern over possible government interference in Guatemala FA

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 15:06:00 GMT

FIFA has sent a letter to the Guatemala Football Association expressing concern on the decision by the Court of Honour of the Autonomous Sports Confederation of Guatemala (CDAG) to overturn three player lifetime bans.

Costa Rica crowned again, Belize make history

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 12:26:00 GMT

Costa Rica became Copa Centroamericana champions for the first time since 2007 but the fairy tale of the tournament was underdogs Belize, who booked their first ever trip to the CONCACAF Gold Cup.

Three nominees for the FIFA Fair Play Award announced

Fri, 21 Dec 2012 16:09:00 GMT

FIFA today announced the three nominees for the FIFA Fair Play Award 2012.

Brazilian futsal kings reign supreme

Mon, 19 Nov 2012 04:18:00 GMT

FIFA.com rounds up the action from Thailand 2012, where A Seleção clinched the world title for a fifth time after overcoming old foes Spain in the final.

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.

Pride over pain for departing teams

Sat, 10 Nov 2012 19:16:00 GMT

FIFA.com gathers reaction from the teams who fell at the first hurdle at Thailand 2012, with every one seemingly ready to accentuate the positive.

Fairy tale of Solomons' 16-year-old keeper

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 16:00:00 GMT

FIFA.com hears from Anthony Talo, the Solomon Islands' 16-year-old second-choice keeper who helped his country make history with a truly amazing goal.

Joy for hosts on day of surprises

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 14:20:00 GMT

FIFA.com rounds up the action from the final day of group matches, which brought joy for hosts Thailand as the results conspired to see them through the last 16.

Keeper seals historic Solomons win

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 11:31:00 GMT

The Solomon Islands have claimed their first-ever win at the FIFA Futsal World Cup with a 4-3 victory over Guatemala that leaves their opponents struggling to make the last 16.

Race for the knockout stages

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 03:08:00 GMT

FIFA.com looks ahead to the ninth day of action at Thailand 2012, which will decide the fate of the teams in Groups E and F.

European duo take their places

Tue, 06 Nov 2012 15:39:00 GMT

Day six of the FIFA Futsal World Cup Thailand 2012 saw Russia and Serbia book their places in the next round. FIFA.com takes you through all the action from the Thai capital.

Russia maintain perfect record

Tue, 06 Nov 2012 13:36:00 GMT

Russia became the only team in the tournament to keep two clean sheets from as many games as they defeated Guatemala 9-0 to reach the Round of 16 at the FIFA Futsal World Cup Thailand 2012.

Introductions aplenty as Thailand 2012 heats up

Mon, 05 Nov 2012 03:50:00 GMT

A top-of-the-table clash between Russia and Guatemala headlines the sixth day of action at the FIFA Futsal World Cup Thailand 2012.

Chapín stalwarts ready to step aside

Mon, 05 Nov 2012 03:41:00 GMT

Veteran duo Carlos Merida and Estuardo De Leon speak to FIFA.com about targeting a last hurrah with Guatemala before passing on the torch to a new generation of futsal stars.

Joy and pain for futsal first-timers

Sat, 03 Nov 2012 15:49:00 GMT

While Russia enjoyed a comfortable win over Solomon Islands on the third day of action at Thailand 2012, there were mixed results for several tournament newcomers.

Debutants Colombia fall to Guatemala

Sat, 03 Nov 2012 11:41:00 GMT

Guatemala have seized top spot in Group F after coming from behind to beat Colombia 5-2 in their opening match of the FIFA Futsal World Cup Thailand 2012.

Newcomers, veterans eye winning starts

Fri, 02 Nov 2012 03:22:00 GMT

Colombia, Kuwait and Serbia are all preparing to make their FIFA Futsal World Cups on day three of Thailand 2012, while Russia renew acquaintances with the Solomon Islands.

Who will claim the futsal crown?

Mon, 29 Oct 2012 04:22:00 GMT

As Thailand 2012 draws ever closer, we want to know which team you think will lift the trophy on 18 November.

Thailand ready for flair, flicks and tricks

Sun, 28 Oct 2012 03:06:00 GMT

FIFA.com previews the FIFA Futsal World Cup 2012, where 24 countries will fight for the title between 1 and 18 November, including the respective world and European champions: Brazil and Spain.

Squads announced for futsal showpiece

Thu, 25 Oct 2012 11:33:00 GMT

Star names such as Falcao, Kike and Kazu Miura feature among the 336 players announced today in the squad lists for the FIFA Futsal World Cup Thailand 2012.

Three Guatemalan players banned for life

Wed, 24 Oct 2012 13:58:00 GMT

Guillermo Ramirez Ortega, Yony Wilson Flores Monroy and Gustavo Adolfo Cabrera Marroquin have all been banned from taking part in any kind of football-related activity, for life.

Messi, Neymar and Sweden astound

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 12:59:00 GMT

FIFA.com’s latest stats reviews looks at the exceptional scoring form of Lionel Messi and Neymar, Sweden’s historic comeback in Germany and France ending long runs for Spain and Iker Casillas.

Joy of six in CONCACAF

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 04:14:00 GMT

USA, Jamaica, Panama, Honduras and Costa Rica all got the results they needed to join mighty Mexico in the final six-team hexagonal round of CONCACAF qualifying for Brazil 2014.

Moment of truth for CONCACAF pack

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 15:48:00 GMT

Five teams will join in-form Mexico in the final six-team hexagonal round of CONCACAF qualifying for Brazil 2014 after a tense set of games on Tuesday night. FIFA.com previews what promises to be a nail-biting evening.

Relief for USA as Ticos resurrect campaign

Sat, 13 Oct 2012 05:48:00 GMT

On a night when Panama and El Salvador failed to book early passage to the final round of CONCACAF qualifying, USA and Costa Rica claimed crucial wins on the road.

Donovan, Shea to miss qualifiers

Wed, 10 Oct 2012 00:39:00 GMT

USA will be without key attacker Landon Donovan and midfielder Brek Shea after injury forced the pair out of Jurgen Klinsmann's squad for the crucial upcoming Brazil 2014 qualifiers against Antigua and Barbuda, and Guatemala.

Klinsmann: Pressure is no problem

Tue, 09 Oct 2012 16:26:00 GMT

USA coach Jurgen Klinsmann speaks exclusively to FIFA.com about his team's tense position in Brazil 2014 qualifying, and his attempts to balance results while making larger changes in US Soccer.

Almeida: It’ll go down to the wire

Fri, 05 Oct 2012 13:39:00 GMT

Speaking with FIFA.com, Guatemala coach Ever Almeida insisted his side would fight until the end for a place in the final qualifying stage for Brazil 2014, with Group A matches against Jamaica and USA set to decide their fate.

Mexico first to advance

Wed, 12 Sep 2012 06:13:00 GMT

Narrow winners over Costa Rica, Mexico became the first side to reach the final six-team phase, while Cuba were the first to be eliminated. FIFA.com relives Tuesday’s action in the CONCACAF Zone.

Mexico stand firm, Jamaica sink USA

Sat, 08 Sep 2012 06:13:00 GMT

Though there were away wins for Mexico and Honduras, CONCACAF heavyweights USA went down in Kingston while Canada put the brakes on fast-starting Panama as FIFA.com reviews the action.

Jamaica upset USA, Mexico cruise

Sat, 08 Sep 2012 04:59:00 GMT

Jamaica recovered an early deficit to beat USA in Brazil 2014 qualifying, while Mexico defeated Costa Rica 2-0 to move closer to progression, Honduras won 3-0 in Cuba and Canada edged Panama.

Draw made for FIFA Futsal World Cup

Fri, 24 Aug 2012 09:40:00 GMT

Fans have been eagerly awaiting the draw for the FIFA Futsal World Cup Thailand 2012, and the six groups were revealed at the official ceremony in Bangkok, with FIFA.com of course in attendance.

Heroes emerge as giants fall

Wed, 22 Aug 2012 09:00:00 GMT

Guillermo Burdisso, Gonzalo Higuain, Carlos Ruiz and 16-year-old Fabrice Olinga star in FIFA.com's latest stats review, which also features shock defeats for some of England and Germany's big guns.

El Salvador see off Guatemala

Sun, 12 Aug 2012 12:23:00 GMT

Nelson Bonilla scored the only goal of the game as El Salvador began their international friendly double-header with a 1-0 victory over Guatemala in California.

Ticos halt hosts’ charge to top CONCACAF

Mon, 09 Jul 2012 10:24:00 GMT

Costa Rica were crowned CONCACAF's futsal kings at the weekend and will join runners-up Guatemala, Panama and Mexico at the FIFA Futsal World Cup in Thailand later this year.

CONCACAF quartet reach Thailand 2012

Thu, 05 Jul 2012 05:13:00 GMT

Costa Rica, Guatemala, Mexico and Panama will represent North, Central America and the Caribbean at the FIFA Futsal World Cup Thailand 2012 after advancing to the semi-finals of the CONCACAF Futsal Championship.

Futsal going from strength to strength

Wed, 13 Jun 2012 18:59:00 GMT

Futsal is now being played at one level or another in 150 of FIFA’s 209 member associations, an increase of 18 per cent on 2006. FIFA.com sheds some light on the game’s growing popularity.

USA held as Mexico win again

Wed, 13 Jun 2012 06:13:00 GMT

USA and Jamaica were held to draws by Guatemala and Antigua and Barbuda respectively, while Mexico claimed their second win in Brazil 2014 qualifying in CONCACAF.

Mexico, Panama prosper as USA slip up

Wed, 13 Jun 2012 05:18:00 GMT

USA let a lead slip in Guatemala, while Panama and Mexico kept up their winning ways. FIFA.com takes a look back at this week's Brazil 2014 qualifying action in CONCACAF.

Hard road ahead for USA, Mexico

Mon, 11 Jun 2012 14:17:00 GMT

USA face a tough trip to Guatemala, while Mexico travel to El Salvador for a must-win match. FIFA.com previews the latest round of CONCACAF qualifying.

Klinsmann: USA must play better in Guatemala

Sun, 10 Jun 2012 23:54:00 GMT

USA coach Jurgen Klinsmann says his side must improve for their visit to Guatemala in a key match amongst six CONCACAF FIFA World Cup™ qualifiers on Tuesday.

USA, Mexico triumph as Ticos draw

Sat, 09 Jun 2012 07:00:00 GMT

USA and Mexico got their Brazil 2014 qualifying campaigns off to winning starts, while a ten-man Canada side narrowly overcame Cuba, and Costa Rica were held to a 2-2 draw by El Salvador.

CONCACAF giants out of the gates

Sat, 09 Jun 2012 05:31:00 GMT

Mexico and USA both earned 3-1 wins in their first Brazil 2014 qualifiers on Friday, while Canada and Panama picked up valuable points on the road.