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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.

Blatter plans Haitian development task force

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 23:26:00 GMT

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter outlined plans to form a dedicated task force designed to aid the development of Haitian football with the support of Haiti President Michel Martelly, CONCACAF and the nation's FA.

Development tops agenda of Blatter’s CONCACAF trip

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 08:46:00 GMT

Football development will top the agenda when FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter visits Dominican Republic, Haiti, Cuba and Panama as part of a six-day tour over the coming week.

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.

Mexico dominate New World four

Mon, 04 Mar 2013 07:12:00 GMT

Mexico were crowned CONCACAF youth champions for the 12th time on Sunday, and will be joined at Turkey 2013 by runners-up USA and new boys El Salvador and Cuba.

A month of FIFA development: October 2012

Thu, 22 Nov 2012 08:21:00 GMT

FIFA.com brings you our monthly round-up of the most recent development projects and events during October.

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.

Argentina climb third, Italy and Russia rise

Wed, 07 Nov 2012 08:59:00 GMT

Argentina jumped to third on the global ladder at Portugal’s expense, while Italy and Russia moved to fifth and ninth respectively. Elsewhere, six teams reached their highest-ever position.

Haiti’s ups and downs

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 17:21:00 GMT

FIFA.com takes a closer look at how Haiti bounced back from missing out on Brazil 2014 and are now on their way up the FIFA/Coca-Cola World Ranking.

Portugal go third as Colombia fly into top ten

Wed, 03 Oct 2012 09:00:00 GMT

Portugal and Argentina climbed to third and fourth respectively on the global ladder as Colombia returned to the top ten for the first time in over a decade. Elsewhere, Belgium, Serbia and Central African Republic made impressive progress.

Amputees enjoy the beautiful game

Mon, 16 Jul 2012 14:50:00 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 involves amputees enjoying a kickabout.

USA crowned as trio reach Japan

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 07:02:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews the CONCACAF U-20 Women's Championship where USA were victorious for the second successive time to win through to Japan 2012 alongside runners-up Canada and third-place finishers Mexico.

CONCACAF contenders seek Japan tickets

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 17:41:00 GMT

The CONCACAF U-20 Women's Championship gets underway on Thursday in Panama City, with eight nations, including regional heavyweights Canada, USA, and Mexico, all seeking a place at Japan 2012.

USA & Canada dominate CONCACAF

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 10:17:00 GMT

USA and Canada have qualified for London 2012, asserting their authority in an eight-nation CONCACAF preliminary competition, notably handing Costa Rica and Mexico their exits.

Two tickets up for grabs in CONCACAF

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:42:00 GMT

The CONCACAF Women's Olympic qualifying tournament is set to begin tomorrow in Vancouver, British Columbia with hosts Canada favoured in Group A, while USA face a tricky test in Group B alongside Mexico.

CFU appoint Normalisation Committee

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 10:14:00 GMT

After two days of meetings at the Home of FIFA in Zurich, the Caribbean Football Union have appointed a new Normalisation Committee, entrusted with forming a new Executive Committee in 2012.

Historic night for Antigua, Guyana

Sat, 12 Nov 2011 03:58:00 GMT

Fancied sides Trinidad and Tobago and Haiti tumbled out of qualifying on Friday, while El Salvador, Antigua and Barbuda, Canada and Guyana all had evenings to savour.

Canada close as Trinidad, Haiti sweat

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 15:22:00 GMT

The penultimate round in CONCACAF’s first stage of Brazil 2014 qualifying takes place tomorrow with regional elite El Salvador and Canada set to seal progression, however, Trinidad and Tobago are under pressure.

Alexandre, Haiti dreaming of Brazil

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 10:02:00 GMT

FIFA.com chats to Haiti and Real Salt Lake standout Jean-Marc Alexandre, who is keenly preparing for a pair of crucial qualifying clashes next week on the hopeful road to Brazil 2014.

Panama in as CONCACAF axe falls

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 05:57:00 GMT

Panama became the first side from CONCACAF to move on to the second round of group-stage qualifying for Brazil 2014, while at the other end of the spectrum no fewer than ten teams were eliminated from contention.

Pfister looks to move beyond defeat

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 15:27:00 GMT

Otto Pfister has said no one will be hitting "the panic button" after Trinidad and Tobago's surprise 2-1 defeat to Bermuda, leaving them with a challenge to qualify from 2012 FIFA World Cup qualifying Group B.

Panama on the verge as T&T reload

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 14:38:00 GMT

Panama can seal their place in the next round of CONCACAF qualifying for Brazil 2014 on Tuesday, while Trinidad and Tobago need to rebound from a shock loss.

Caribbean hope springs eternal

Sat, 17 Sep 2011 11:00:00 GMT

Only four Caribbean sides have ever lined up at a world finals, and FIFA.com takes a look back at that history-making quartet and those lesser lights looking to emulate them by reaching Brazil 2014.

Leading pack climbs in CONCACAF

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 04:24:00 GMT

FIFA.com recaps matchday two of group-stage qualifying for Brazil 2014 in North, Central America and the Caribbean, where the fancied sides all consolidated their strong starts.

Haitians aim to outdo Caribbean cousins

Tue, 02 Aug 2011 17:55:00 GMT

Group F has a regional flavour to it with four Caribbean sides in their battle for a third round place, where Haiti will see themselves as favourites to progress but Antigua and Barbuda will look to challenge.

Exiled nations eye World Cup return

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 08:48:00 GMT

From Egypt through Colombia to Hungary, FIFA.com looks at some of the nations aiming to end extended absences from the FIFA World Cup by qualifying for Brazil 2014.

Haiti’s standard bearers show the way

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 18:24:00 GMT

This year’s FIFA Fair Play award went to Haiti’s U-17 women’s national team, who carried on bravely despite the worst kind of suffering, loss and pain following the devastating earthquake of January 2010.

Forever in our thoughts and hearts

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 07:41:00 GMT

With 2010 drawing quickly to a close, FIFA.com takes a sombre moment to honour those members of the football family who passed in this historic year.

Presidential and Fair Play awards' unique history

Fri, 10 Dec 2010 12:00:00 GMT

FIFA.com looks at some of the deserving individuals and institutions who have received the FIFA Fair Play award and the FIFA Presidential Award over the years.

Haiti stun Qatar with win

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 20:48:00 GMT

Haiti pulled off a shock win over Qatar as the Caribbean side registered a 1-0 victory in Doha, as the home side prepared for the start of the Gulf Cup, which begins on Monday.

Canada triumph, Mexico celebrate

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 13:09:00 GMT

FIFA.com looks back at a historic qualifying event in Cancun that saw Canada claim just their second continental title, while hosts Mexico also secured a ticket to Germany 2011.

No holiday for USA in Cancun

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 13:44:00 GMT

USA head to Cancun as heavy favourites to once again top FIFA Women’s World Cup™ qualifying in CONCACAF, but they won’t have things all their own way as Canada have a new style and Mexico the home fans.

North American qualifiers set

Sun, 03 Oct 2010 19:42:00 GMT

The fixtures for the North American qualifying tournament for the FIFA Women's World Cup 2011™ were announced today, with the USA opening against Haiti on 28 October.

Ten shining moments in Singapore

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 03:30:00 GMT

The inaugural Youth Olympics in Singapore produced 13 days of fabulous football, and FIFA.com takes a look back at ten of the tournaments’ finest moments.

Bolivia grab the gold

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 16:45:00 GMT

Bolivia wrote their name into the history books by becoming the first-ever winners of the Boys Youth Olympic Football Tournament, while hosts Singapore claimed the bronze.

Rematches provide final intrigue

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 09:18:00 GMT

Beaten by Bolivia and Singapore during the group stage, Haiti and Montenegro will be aiming to avenge those defeats in the final and third-place match respectively.

Hosts crash out as Bolivia shine

Sun, 22 Aug 2010 19:17:00 GMT

Haiti produced the biggest shock of the Youth Olympic Football Tournament so far as they beat the host nation Singapore to book their place in the boys' final.

Crunch ties await hosts, Bolivia

Sat, 21 Aug 2010 09:56:00 GMT

The Boys Olympic Football Tournament reaches the semi-final stage tomorrow, with hosts Singapore looking to see off Haiti and claim a place in the final.

Hosts face supporting dilemma

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 03:38:00 GMT

Singapore’s semi-final meeting with Haiti at the Boys’ Youth Olympic Football Tournament will make for a fascinating match-up both on and off the pitch.

Hosts to entertain Haiti in semis

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 16:47:00 GMT

Singapore and Haiti both had reason to smile on Thursday as they set up a semi-final showdown on Sunday after winning today. Montenegro, meanwhile, must face in-form Bolivia.

Hosts aim to go one better

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 07:35:00 GMT

The final day of group matches in the Boys’ Youth Olympic Football Tournament will be highlighted by host nation Singapore looking to continue their form against Montenegro.

Bolivia starlet inspired by icon

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 19:39:00 GMT

Striking prodigy Rodrigo Mejido scored four as Bolivia destroyed Haiti 9-0 at the Boys’ Youth Olympic Football Tournament Singapore 2010 and then revealed he is taking inspiration from a former FIFA World Cup star.

Bolivia and Montenegro into last four

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 17:15:00 GMT

Bolivia struck nine unanswered goals past Haiti to reach the semi-finals with Montenegro's achieving the same following a 2-1 win over Zimbabwe.

Favourites eye early progression

Sun, 15 Aug 2010 10:18:00 GMT

Victory over Haiti would send Bolivia through to the semi-finals, while Montenegro will strive to hit the ground running on their bow.

Enchanting ceremony whets the appetite

Sat, 14 Aug 2010 18:41:00 GMT

The football may be well underway, but the Opening Ceremony to Singapore 2010 took place to the delight of a vibrant audience.

Haiti out to display hope

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 09:41:00 GMT

Haiti’s youngsters have told FIFA.com about their quest to restore hope to their devastated nation by impressing in Singapore.

Hosts aim to open with a bang

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 08:19:00 GMT

The Boys’ Youth Olympic Football Tournament will commence with some fascinating match-ups as a confident Bolivia side face Vanuatu while host nation Singapore tackle Zimbabwe.

Ten things about the Youth Olympic Football Tournament

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 10:05:00 GMT

FIFA.com whets your appetite for the inaugural Youth Olympic Football Tournament with ten facts about the upcoming event in Singapore.

Shaken Haiti take first steps

Thu, 20 May 2010 16:25:00 GMT

Still reeling from January’s earthquake, Haiti have begun to regain their balance in international football, as a surge in the world ranking shows.

Bertoglio double hands Argentina victory

Thu, 06 May 2010 08:04:00 GMT

Argentina showed no mercy against Haiti as Diego Maradona's side claimed a 4-0 victory in one of their final warm-up matches before South Africa 2010.