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Whitmore: Jamaica need goals now

Thu, 16 May 2013 00:07:00 GMT

The Reggae Boyz are looking up from the bottom of the CONCACAF standings, but coach Theodore Whitmore isn't worried about his goal-shy islanders in the face of all-or-nothing June qualifiers against Mexico, USA and Honduras.

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.

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 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.

Panama, Costa Rica win as USA survive Azteca

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 06:07:00 GMT

Panama beat Honduras to take a surprise lead at the top of the CONCACAF Hexagonal, while USA picked up a historic point against ailing arch-rivals Mexico at the Azteca and Costa Rica found their form at home.

All eyes on CONCACAF’s clasico

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 14:12:00 GMT

FIFA.com previews all the action as Mexico host arch-rivals USA on Tuesday at the Azteca in the main event of CONCACAF’s Hexagonal Matchday 3, when unbeaten Honduras, Jamaica and Panama try to keep up their form.

Mexico meltdown as USA remain cool

Sat, 23 Mar 2013 05:02:00 GMT

Matchday two of CONCACAF's Hexagonal qualifying for Brazil 2014 proved to be typically tight as USA edged Costa Rica in the snow, while Mexico wilted in the Honduran heat and Jamaica frittered away a lead to draw with Panama.

Take two for New World giants

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 15:49:00 GMT

With only a point to share between them, CONCACAF giants USA and Mexico get back to qualifying action this week, with the pressure on to find their feet. FIFA.com takes a closer look at Matchday 2 of the Hexagonal stage.

Ricketts dreams of world return for the Boyz

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 16:39:00 GMT

Jamaica goalkeeper Donovan Ricketts talks to FIFA.com about being the lone remaining Reggae Boy from the side that reached France 1998, and the role he played in a recent draw against Mexico at Azteca.

Sanchez still confident in Panama’s chances

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 13:42:00 GMT

Panama midfielder Marcos Sanchez, a recent acquisition for MLS side DC United, talks to FIFA.com about his country's chances of fulfilling his ultimate dream, which is booking a place at Brazil 2014.

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.

El Salvador, Mexico complete quartet

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 06:56:00 GMT

El Salvador have joined Cuba in reaching the FIFA U-20 World Cup for the first time with historic qualification at the expense of Panama, while Mexico also booked their ticket to Turkey 2013 with a one-sided win over Jamaica.

New World 12 target Turkey

Sat, 16 Feb 2013 08:50:00 GMT

USA and Mexico lead the way as CONCACAF's top 12 youth sides gather in Puebla, Mexico and take aim at qualifying for the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Turkey later this year.

Jamaican joy as USA, Mexico suffer

Thu, 07 Feb 2013 05:42:00 GMT

USA lost on the road in Honduras, while Mexico were held at the Azteca by plucky Jamaica. FIFA.com wraps up all the action as the Hexagonal is up and running.

Sextet prepare for Hexagonal battle

Tue, 05 Feb 2013 13:12:00 GMT

Mexico, USA, Jamaica, Costa Rica, Panama and Honduras are all in action on Wednesday as CONCACAF’s notorious final ‘Hexagonal’ qualifying round kicks off.

The goal king of Kingston

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 06:11:00 GMT

Luton Shelton, Jamaica’s all-time top scorer, talks to FIFA.com about beating USA, his hopes for a similar result against Mexico, and why he thinks the Reggae Boyz are destined for Brazil 2014.

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.

Hexagonal fixtures confirmed in CONCACAF

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 03:23:00 GMT

The fixtures for final six-team (Hexagonal) round of Brazil 2014 qualifying in CONCACAF are now known, with USA opening against Honduras on the road and Mexico hosting Jamaica.

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.

USA move on with Jamaica

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 02:58:00 GMT

Clint Dempsey scored a brace to lead USA to a 3-1 home victory over Guatemala and into next year's CONCACAF final round qualifying for Brazil 2014, where they will be joined by Jamaica who edged through on goal difference.

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.

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.

Gomez helps USA to victory

Wed, 12 Sep 2012 04:24:00 GMT

A second-half goal from Herculez Gomez lifted USA to victory against Jamaica in Brazil 2014 qualifying, avenging a defeat against the same opponent last Friday.

Klinsmann: We have to fix things

Sat, 08 Sep 2012 17:33:00 GMT

Jurgen Klinsmann has urged his USA side to play a "smarter" game after the Americans were beaten 2-1 by Jamaica in FIFA World Cup qualifying.

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.

Tests for favourites USA, Mexico

Fri, 07 Sep 2012 08:39:00 GMT

The fates of teams in the North, Central America and Caribbean region will become clearer after Friday's matches with only the top two teams from each group automatically qualifying for the hexagonal.

Fergie considering Bolt for Real friendly

Wed, 05 Sep 2012 12:59:00 GMT

Sir Alex Ferguson has suggested he will allow Jamaican sprint superstar Usain Bolt to represent Manchester United against Real Madrid in a charity game.

Howard: Azteca win means everything to us

Wed, 05 Sep 2012 10:47:00 GMT

Tim Howard speaks to FIFA.com about how intimidating it is to play at the Azteca, USA’s historic recent win there, Jurgen Klinsmann’s unique coaching, the Americans' Brazil 2014 qualifying campaign, and his targets with Everton.

No loyalty test for Jamaica’s Johnson

Tue, 04 Sep 2012 16:55:00 GMT

Born in Jamaica, but raised in USA, Toronto FC striker Ryan Johnson is eager to help the Reggae Boyz grab a result against the much-fancied Americans in Brazil 2014 qualifying.

The Week in Quotes

Sat, 18 Aug 2012 11:23:00 GMT

Featuring Jose Mourinho suggesting a new nickname, Pele on a life-changing day for himself and Brazil, Robin van Persie on joining Manchester United, and Lionel Messi on whether he has a rivalry with Cristiano Ronaldo.

The Week in Quotes

Sat, 11 Aug 2012 00:31:00 GMT

Featuring Usain Bolt on his desire to play for Manchester United, Carli Lloyd on her Olympic heroics, Andrea Stramaccioni on Diego Milito being the best striker in the world and Vicente del Bosque on Xavi’s importance.

FIFA helps launch Jamaica U-15 league

Mon, 16 Jul 2012 22:17:00 GMT

The first-ever U-15 women’s league was launched in Jamaica last weekend after FIFA offered its support through equipment and finance for the inaugural championship.

The cult of the Panenka penalty

Mon, 25 Jun 2012 10:27:00 GMT

Andrea Pirlo's deliciously chipped penalty against England at UEFA EURO 2012 fittingly dates back to one of the competition's most memorable moments. FIFA.com looks at the legacy of Antonin Panenka's ground-breaking 1976 spot-kick.

Two months of FIFA development: April-May 2012

Fri, 15 Jun 2012 09:14:00 GMT

FIFA.com provides the highlights, points of note and status of FIFA development programmmes all over the world from April and May 2012.

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.

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.

Underdogs wait as Mexico, USA enter fray

Thu, 07 Jun 2012 16:15:00 GMT

FIFA.com previews the third round of Brazil 2014 qualifiers in North, Central America and the Caribbean, in which Mexico and USA will begin their campaigns against rank outsiders.

Reggae Boyz discipline duo

Tue, 05 Jun 2012 11:53:00 GMT

Birmingham City striker Marlon King and Motherwell winger Chris Humphrey have been dropped from the Jamaica squad after breaking curfew rules.

Whitmore: Hunger and pride for Jamaica

Sat, 26 May 2012 09:38:00 GMT

Jamaica coach and former playing idol Theodore Tappa Whitmore talks to FIFA.com about his focus on discipline, a new-look Reggae Boyz and hopes of reaching Brazil 2014.

USA top Azerbaijan-bound trio

Sat, 19 May 2012 09:48:00 GMT

We review the CONCACAF qualifying action for Azerbaijan 2012, with USA finishing atop an eight-nation competition to find their way through, while Canada and Mexico also secured their place.

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.

The Week in Quotes

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 02:31:00 GMT

Featuring Cristiano Ronaldo on looking good, Mario Basler on which footballer he'd chose to watch over a supermodel, Pep Guardiola on who he'd like to be reincarnated as and Miroslav Klose on having his feet kissed.

Ricketts: We have to be ambitious

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 07:31:00 GMT

Jamaica goalkeeper Donovan Ricketts claims that glory in the Caribbean Cup and an impressive showing at the CONCACAF Gold Cup will count for nothing if the team fail to qualify for Brazil 2014.