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Emerging Africans impressing in England

Fri, 03 May 2013 09:02:00 GMT

From Mohamed Diame through Jimmy Kebe to Arouna Kone, FIFA.com looks at some of the lesser-known African players making an impact in the English Premier League.

Pressure is on in Africa

Fri, 03 May 2013 04:57:00 GMT

The weekend's return leg in the second round of qualifying for the CAF Champions League will determine which teams reach the group stage of Africa's biggest club competition, and some giants have a lot of work to do.

Zamalek, Mazembe stumble

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 03:27:00 GMT

Zamalek were held to a 1-1 draw at home by Ethiopian side Saint George in the Round of 16 of Africa's biggest club competition, which also saw a defeat for TP Mazembe and away draws by Al Ahly and Esperance.

Tricky away tests for African giants

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 16:01:00 GMT

TP Mazembe are on the road at South Africa's Orlando Pirates in the CAF Champions League Round of 16, while Al Ahly and Esperance face North African derbies this weekend.

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.

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™.

Egypt, Mali, Ghana, Nigeria reach Turkey

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 08:41:00 GMT

Africa's four representatives at the FIFA U-20 World Cup Turkey have been decided, after Nigeria joined Egypt, Mali and Ghana in the semi-finals of the CAF U-20 Championship.

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.

Lyon and Marseille lose ground on PSG

Sun, 10 Mar 2013 22:07:00 GMT

After a goalless draw Sunday night, Lyon and Marseille lost ground on Ligue 1 leaders Paris Saint-Germain, leaving Lyon four points back and third place Marseille seven points from the top.

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.

Nigeria reach final with 4-1 win over Mali

Wed, 06 Feb 2013 17:34:00 GMT

Nigeria await their opponent in the 2013 CAF Africa Cup of Nations final after the Super Eagles dominated Mali in a resounding 4-1 victory.

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.

Mali down hosts in shootout drama

Sat, 02 Feb 2013 21:47:00 GMT

Soumaila Diakite was the hero for Mali after saving two penalties in their 3-1 shootout win over hosts South Africa to help his side progress to the CAF Africa Cup of Nations semi-final. The match had finished 1-1 after extra time.

Mohamed Sissoko to join Fiorentina

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 17:38:00 GMT

Mohamed Sissoko has joined Fiorentina on loan from Paris Saint-Germain the Serie A club confirmed on January's transfer deadline day.

Carteron: The pressure is on Bafana

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 03:05:00 GMT

Coach Patrice Carteron says that Mali will fight hard in Saturday's CAF Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final to bring joy to beleaguered Malians, believing South Africa face the weight of expectation.

Kanoute: New generation can lift Mali

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 08:29:00 GMT

FIFA.com chats with Mali goalscoring legend Frederic Kanoute about his international career, the Eagles new breed, fresh opportunities in the Chinese Super League and more.

Mali draw with Congo DR, reach last eight

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 20:18:00 GMT

Mali came from behind to draw 1-1 with Congo DR and reach the quarter-finals at their opponents' expense. The Eagles finished second in Group B and will face hosts South Africa in their last eight tie.

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.

Keita: My country can count on me

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 08:36:00 GMT

Following his matchwinning performance in Mali's 2-1 win over Niger at the CAF Africa Cup of Nations, former Barcelona midfielder Seydou Keita spoke to FIFA.com about his international dreams.

Keita gets Mali off the mark

Sun, 20 Jan 2013 20:20:00 GMT

Seydou Keita's second-half strike saw Mali past a stubborn Niger side with a 1-0 win in the sides' opening CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2013 match, seeing Les Aigles move to the top of Group B.

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.

Diarra to miss CAN 2013

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 11:14:00 GMT

Fulham's Mahamadou Diarra will not play for Mali at the upcoming African Nations Cup due to injury.

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.

Spain finish 2012 on top, Colombia in fifth

Wed, 19 Dec 2012 08:59:00 GMT

Spain will end the year at the summit of the global ladder for the fifth time in succession, while Colombia rose to fifth to earn the 'Mover of the Year' title.

Ethiopia hosts Centre workshop

Fri, 23 Nov 2012 11:11:00 GMT

Delegates from all 20 Football for Hope Centres have been meeting in the Ethiopian capital of Addis Abeba for the fifth Football for Hope Centre Host Workshop.

Djoliba seeking to end 45-year wait

Sat, 17 Nov 2012 10:08:00 GMT

As the first-leg of the CAF Confederation Cup looms, Malian side Djoliba are hoping they can end a 45-year wait for their first continental crown, but face the challenge of Congo DR's AC Leopards

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.

Sudanese giants Hilal, Merreikh set for final

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 07:53:00 GMT

A third CAF Confederation Cup final between clubs from the same country is on the cards with Sudanese sides Al Hilal and Al Merreikh well placed to qualify this weekend.

Traore: We will take nothing for granted

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 06:47:00 GMT

An emerging figure with Nice, Mahamane Traore is part of a midfield loaded with talent for Mali, one of the outside hopes to win January's CAF Africa Cup of Nations.

Hilal want to ditch 'chokers' tag

Thu, 01 Nov 2012 05:18:00 GMT

Sudanese football will enjoy a rare moment in the spotlight this weekend as local giants Al Hilal hunt a maiden Pan-African final berth in the CAF Confederation Cup, while Al Merreikh visit AC Leopards.

Draw pairs Zambia, Nigeria in South Africa

Wed, 24 Oct 2012 22:42:00 GMT

Reigning CAF Africa Cup of Nations champions Zambia have been drawn alongside Nigeria for the upcoming tournament in South Africa, while runners-up Côte d'Ivoire will face north-African pair Algeria and Tunisia.

Comebacks, shocks as continental line-up set

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 04:07:00 GMT

Four teams reversed their ties from the first leg in the final qualifying stage for January's CAF Africa Cup of Nations, although Cameroon suffered a shock elimination at the hands of a resurgent Cape Verde Islands.

Zambia edge through, Nigeria comfortable

Sat, 13 Oct 2012 19:29:00 GMT

Holders Zambia booked their place at the 2013 CAF Africa Cup of Nations after a penalty shoot-out, Nigeria were rather more comfortable and scored six, while Ghana and Mali also progressed.

Big guns facing elimination

Fri, 12 Oct 2012 08:07:00 GMT

There will be tension across the entire African continent this weekend as 15 berths for next year's CAF Africa Cup of Nations go on the line, with a number of upsets on the cards.

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.

Impressive Malians maintain momentum

Fri, 14 Sep 2012 14:25:00 GMT

After a third-place finish in the CAF Africa Cup of Nations earlier this year, Mali have climbed to their highest-ever ranking despite a period of uncertainty.

Elephants rampage, Indomitable Lions fade

Sun, 09 Sep 2012 22:30:00 GMT

Côte d'Ivoire impressed in a goalfest against Senegal, holders Zambia left a lot to do in the second leg, and four-time winners Cameroon slumped to defeat. FIFA.com reviews the latest CAF Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.

Nigeria held, Sudan strike late

Sun, 09 Sep 2012 13:46:00 GMT

Nigeria still have work to do if they are to return to the CAF Africa Cup of Nations after being to a 2-2 draw by Liberia in their two-leg qualifier, while Sudan beat Ethiopia 5-3 with a late double from Mohammed El Tahir.

Regional rivalries highlight last round

Fri, 07 Sep 2012 08:29:00 GMT

A west African derby between Côte d’Ivoire and Senegal is the most hotly anticipated of the final stage of 2013 AFCON qualifying ties, which begin this weekend.

Portugal climb fourth as African quartet fly

Tue, 04 Sep 2012 12:02:00 GMT

Portugal have moved above Uruguay into fourth place on the global ladder, while Ecuador and Switzerland have risen to 17th and 20th respectively and four African teams have achieved their highest-ever positions.

Late victory for Djoliba, Malien held

Sun, 02 Sep 2012 22:23:00 GMT

Djoliba stunned Wydad Casablanca with a stoppage-time penalty to keep all three points in Mali in a 2-1 CAF Confederation Cup Group B win, while Stade Malien and Congo Brazzaville played out a 1-1 draw.

Hilal, Djoliba triumph in Confederation Cup derbies

Mon, 06 Aug 2012 13:35:00 GMT

Sudanese side Al Hilal and Malian club Djoliba both recorded opening CAF Confederation Cup victories against neighbouring sides this weekend, beating Al Ahly and Stade Malien respectively.

Seven-man holders crash out, Malians survive

Sun, 15 Jul 2012 17:57:00 GMT

Defending champions MAS Fez of Morocco crashed out of the CAF Confederation Cup as they were reduced to seven men in a 2-0 loss to Athletic Club Leopards, while Black Leopards also exited the competition.