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Hoffenheim sign Basel starlet Wieser

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 11:33:00 GMT

Teenage Liechtenstein midfielder Sandro Wieser has left Basel to join Hoffenheim for an undisclosed fee.

Mixed fortunes for EURO hosts

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 22:58:00 GMT

Ukraine’s high-scoring draw with Germany proved the pick of Friday’s friendlies across Europe, while fellow UEFA EURO 2012 hosts Poland lost at home to Italy.

Mackail-Smith lifts Scotland into second

Sat, 08 Oct 2011 21:29:00 GMT

Scotland rose above Czech Republic into second place in UEFA EURO 2012 qualifying Group I after Craig Mackail-Smith's goal earned his side a 1-0 away victory in Liechtenstein.

Greece, Belgium push for qualification

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 23:36:00 GMT

Greece moved into pole position in UEFA EURO 2012 qualification Group F after beating fellow contenders Croatia 2-0, while Belgium beat Kazakhstan 4-1 to move into second in Group A at Turkey's expense.

O'Connor left off Scotland squad

Thu, 29 Sep 2011 22:27:00 GMT

Scotland coach Craig Levein has named his squad for the UEFA EURO 2012 matches against Liechtenstein and Spain respectively, leaving striker Garry O'Connor off the list.

Champions Spain qualify with ease

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 23:34:00 GMT

European champions Spain secured passage to next year's UEFA EURO with two matches to spare thanks to a comfortable 6-0 home victory over Group I bottom-side Liechtenstein.

Del Bosque demands Spanish focus

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 16:57:00 GMT

Spain can seal their place at UEFA EURO 2012 if they beat Liechtenstein tomorrow, but coach Vicente del Bosque insists that the reigning champions will need to be at their best.

Del Bosque brings in trio

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 14:58:00 GMT

Alvaro Dominguez, Alberto Botia and Martin Montoya have all been given their first call-ups to the Spain national side by Vicente Del Bosque ahead of their UEFA EURO 2012 qualifer against Leichtenstein.

Atletico dealt Norwegian Europa trip

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 17:11:00 GMT

Atletico Madrid will face Norwegian side Stromsgodset, who last appeared in the UEFA Cup 13 years ago, while Stoke City have been been paired against Hadjuk Split in the UEFA Europa League.

Liechtenstein ready to make progress

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 08:07:00 GMT

Despite a disappointing qualifying campaign for the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa, things are looking up for Liechtenstein, whose recent form has seen them rise 33 places in the FIFA/Coca-Cola World Ranking.

Germany march as French weep

Fri, 03 Jun 2011 22:21:00 GMT

Germany continued to stroll in UEFA EURO 2012 qualifying with a 2-1 win over Austria in Vienna, while Eric Abidal’s own goal saw France muster only a draw with Belarus on the road in Minsk.

Duo earn Liechtenstein first points

Fri, 03 Jun 2011 20:52:00 GMT

Philippe Erne and Michele Polverino each scored first-half goals to send Liechtenstein 2-0 past Lithuania in their UEFA EURO 2012 Group I qualifying match.

Mixed ambitions for Liechtenstein, Lithuania

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 16:30:00 GMT

The only Group I fixture of the weekend sees Liechtenstein host Lithuania tomorrow night, with the home side looking for their first point and the visitors aiming for a second-placed finish.

Who’ve been the stars of 2010/11?

Wed, 18 May 2011 10:09:00 GMT

FIFA.com wants to know which players have impressed you the most during the 2010/11 season across Europe.

Czechs close gap with victory

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 19:40:00 GMT

The Czech Republic closed the gap to Group I leaders Spain to three points with a 2-0 win against Liechtenstein in their UEFA EURO 2012 qualifier, Milan Baros and Michal Kadlec scoring the goals.

Bilek names squad for Spain, Liechtenstein

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 12:41:00 GMT

Coach Michal Bilek today announced a 22-man squad for the Czech Republic's UEFA EURO 2012 qualifiers against Spain and Liechtenstein at the end of the month.

Czechs cruise to second consecutive win

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 21:38:00 GMT

Tomas Rosicky created both goals for Czech Republic, who beat Liechtenstein 2-0 away from home to seal a second consecutive win in UEFA EURO 2012 qualifying Group I.

Casillas won't write-off Scots

Mon, 11 Oct 2010 15:36:00 GMT

Iker Casillas has not dismissed the chance of Scotland causing him trouble ahead of Spain's trip to Hampden Park in tomorrow nights' UEFA EURO 2012 Group B qualifying clash.

Cadwell: Second spot still in our sights

Sat, 09 Oct 2010 14:32:00 GMT

Gary Caldwell is confident that Scotland can still finish second in their UEFA EURO 2012 qualifying group after their defeat yesterday against the Czech Republic, but frist Craig Levein's team must navigate Spain on Tuesday night.

McManus spares Scotland blushes

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 22:33:00 GMT

A dramatic injury-time winner from Stephen McManus gave Craig Levein's Scotland a 2-1 win over Liechtenstein at Hampden Park tonight.

Levein: Finishing is key to Scotland hopes

Mon, 06 Sep 2010 18:46:00 GMT

Scotland boss Craig Levein has warned his side that their finishing in front of goal must improve as they look to record the first win of their UEFA EURO 2012 qualifying campaign.

France stunned as forwards thrive

Sat, 04 Sep 2010 03:35:00 GMT

Belarus won 1-0 in France as Portugal were held 4-4 by visiting Cyprus, while Italy's Antonio Cassano, Fernando Torres of Spain and England talisman Wayne Rooney inspired victories.

Spain cruise, Scotland held in Vaduz

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 22:16:00 GMT

Fernando Torres scored twice as Spain won 4-0 in Liechtenstein, while Scotland were held to a goalless draw away to Lithuania in their Group I opener.

Toshack: I'm pleased with the result

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 21:39:00 GMT

Wales coach John Toshack has revealed his satisfaction at their 2-0 win in Liechtenstein, and praised strike duo Jermaine Easter and Simon Church.

Wales bow out in style

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 21:32:00 GMT

Goals from David Vaughan and Aaron Ramsey earned Wales a 2-0 success away to Liechtenstein in a match between sides playing only for pride.

Hiddink eyes fitting finish

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 12:38:00 GMT

Russia coach Guus Hiddink says that playing for pride should be motivation enough when his side negotiate their final qualifier in Azerbaijan.

European quartet stamp tickets

Sat, 10 Oct 2009 23:46:00 GMT

Italy, Germany, Denmark and Serbia all sealed their places at South Africa 2010 with positive results during Saturday's nervy round of qualifiers.

Azerbaijan claim first away win

Sat, 10 Oct 2009 23:22:00 GMT

Azerbaijan moved off the bottom of South Africa 2010 qualifying Group 4 courtesy of their first ever away win at the expense of Liechtenstein in Vaduz.

Finnish hopes end in Vaduz

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 22:37:00 GMT

Despite taking a 73rd-minute lead, Finland were forced to settle for a 1-1 draw in Liechtenstein that ended their qualification chances.

No room for error in Group 4

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 16:21:00 GMT

Germany and Russia will hope to avoid any costly slip-ups when they meet Azerbaijan and Wales respectively in FIFA World Cup qualifying action.

England and Serbia on the verge

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 00:54:00 GMT

England and Serbia will have the chance to reach South Africa 2010 in midweek, while Denmark, Slovakia and Spain could also secure qualification.

Swedes surge as France flounder

Sat, 05 Sep 2009 23:32:00 GMT

Sweden gave some much-needed impetus to their qualification hopes with a win over Hungary, while France could only draw with Romania at home.

Pavlyuchenko sinks Liechtenstein

Sat, 05 Sep 2009 18:27:00 GMT

Two Roman Pavlyuchenko penalties helped Russia canter to a 3-0 win over Liechtenstein that lifted them one point behind Group 4 leaders Germany.

Arshavin and Zhirkov set to miss out

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 15:45:00 GMT

Andrey Arshavin and Yuri Zhirkov look set to miss Russia's vital 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa qualifier against Liechtenstein tomorrow night.

Big names face decisive duels

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 08:06:00 GMT

Portugal, Sweden, France and Czech Republic are all under pressure to claim maximum points as they limber up for vital FIFA World Cup qualifiers.

Eastern delight for old rivals

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 23:11:00 GMT

While Brazil and Argentina enjoyed morale-boosting wins in Eastern Europe, England and the Netherlands fought out a 2-2 draw in Amsterdam.

Small countries, big names

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 21:59:00 GMT

Some of the greatest players in history hailed from less reputable footballing nations. FIFA.com takes you on a journey to revisit a few of the best.

Safe passage for Netherlands

Sat, 06 Jun 2009 22:56:00 GMT

The Netherlands became the first European side to book passage to South Africa as England, Serbia, Denmark and Slovakia moved closer to the finals.

Finland comeback undoes Liechtenstein

Sat, 06 Jun 2009 20:15:00 GMT

Finland kept alive their hopes of finishing second in the European Zone's Group 4 by coming from behind to claim a 2-1 victory over Liechtenstein.

Europe salutes Barcelona

Thu, 28 May 2009 19:28:00 GMT

After a dazzling display of flowing football against the English holders, Barcelona were crowned worthy European champions in Rome.

Jansen leaves Germany squad

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 16:13:00 GMT

Germany midfielder Marcell Jansen has been ruled out of their FIFA World Cup qualifier against Wales at Cardiff's Millennium Stadium with the flu.

Flawless trio aim for more

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 16:38:00 GMT

Spain, England and Netherlands have won all their games to date and are out to consolidate their leads on matchday six in the European Zone.

Spain, Netherlands edge closer

Sat, 28 Mar 2009 23:40:00 GMT

Big guns Spain, Germany, Italy and the Netherlands all scored maximum points in a huge night of FIFA World Cup qualifying in Europe.

Ballack inspires Germany win

Sat, 28 Mar 2009 21:24:00 GMT

Michael Ballack led the charge as Germany opened up a four-point lead over Russia with a convincing 4-0 win against Liechtenstein.

Italy and France sight South Africa

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 07:09:00 GMT

FIFA World Cup winners Italy and runners-up France can take a giant stride towards South Africa 2010 qualification with wins in their upcoming matches.

Low shows faith in duo

Thu, 26 Mar 2009 17:40:00 GMT

Joachim Low has said that he is set to recall goalkeeper Robert Enke and striker Mario Gomez for Saturday's qualifier against Liechtenstein.

Podolski earns Germany recall

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 14:54:00 GMT

Bayern Munich forward Lukas Podolski has been recalled to the Germany squad for FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Liechtenstein and Wales.

Adler eyes qualifying success

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 07:12:00 GMT

German goalkeeper Rene Adler is hoping to follow in the likes of Kahn, Maier and Illgner's footsteps and be his country's No1 at a FIFA World Cup.

Ivorian striker bound for Europe

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 04:24:00 GMT

Perth Glory striker Eugene Dadi will be loaned to Swiss club FC Vaduz with the former Ivory Coast international to return to Australia next season.

The mouse that roared

Tue, 16 Dec 2008 13:08:00 GMT

FIFA.com looks back to a night on which the UEFA EURO 2004 finalists and soon-to-be FIFA World Cup semi-finalists were humbled in Liechtenstein.