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Van Bronckhorst confirms star interest

Fri, 24 May 2013 12:36:00 GMT

Giovanni van Bronckhorst has revealed Feyenoord have had to fend off interest in some of the club's star names, but admits he too has eyes on future spells abroad, including managing in the English Premier League.

Football's faded giants

Fri, 24 May 2013 09:30:00 GMT

From Wanderers FC through Pro Vercelli to Dynamo Dresden, FIFA.com looks at some of the once-dominant clubs that have slipped down the divisions since their halcyon days.

Star-stacked Brasileirao ready to roll

Thu, 23 May 2013 19:05:24 GMT

With 11 member of Luiz Felipe Scolari’s FIFA Confederations Cup squad, plus the likes of Alexandre Pato, Diego Forlan, Ronaldinho and Clarence Seedorf on show, the Brasileirao 2013 promises much.

A Dutch perspective on '74

Thu, 23 May 2013 14:50:00 GMT

In the FIFA.com and FIFA TV Video of the Week, Johan Neeskens recalls the Netherlands' duel with hosts West Germany in the FIFA World Cup Final.

Van Gaal names four new faces in srong squad

Wed, 22 May 2013 12:28:00 GMT

Lerin Duarte, Miquel Nelom, Dwight Tiendalli and Jens Toornstra have earned first call-ups to the Netherlands squad for the friendlies against Indonesia and China PR.

Double joy for Wolfsburg, Sky Blue fly high

Tue, 21 May 2013 10:21:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews a big week of women’s club football as Wolfsburg continued their recent dominance in Germany, there are new leaders Stateside and a perfect finale to the maiden Belgium/Netherlands season looms large.

Van Persie follows in Shearer’s footsteps

Mon, 20 May 2013 09:12:00 GMT

Robin van Persie has become the first player to win the Premier League Golden Boot in successive seasons for different teams since Alan Shearer did so in 1997. FIFA.com reflects on their remarkable goalscoring exploits.

Cocu takes over at PSV

Mon, 13 May 2013 11:37:00 GMT

Phillip Cocu has been appointed PSV Eindhoven coach on a four-year deal, the Eredivisie club have announced. The former Netherlands midfielder takes over from outgoing coach Dick Advocaat.

Ajax end season with a win, PSV beaten

Sun, 12 May 2013 19:00:00 GMT

Eredivisie champions Ajax capped off their season with a 2-0 win at Groningen, while Twente beat PSV Eindhoven 3-1 where Mark van Bommel was shown red in what may prove to be the former Dutch international's last match.

Mariners' Dutch defender Zwaanswijk to retire

Fri, 10 May 2013 06:33:00 GMT

Having recently scored the opening goal to help Central Coast Mariners to their maiden A-League final win, highly-rated former Utrecht and NAC Breda defender Patrick Zwaanswijk has announced his retirement.

Alkmaar edge PSV to lift cup

Thu, 09 May 2013 19:44:00 GMT

AZ Alkmaar scored twice in two minutes to beat PSV Eindhoven 2-1, earning them their first KNVB Beker in 31 years and the club's first silverware since the 2008/09 Eredivisie title.

Europe the focus for Eredivisie climax

Thu, 09 May 2013 14:09:00 GMT

The Eredivisie will look to the race for UEFA Europa League places as it reaches the final round of games this season, with third place still being battled for and the last two European spots up for grabs.

Verbeek hoping for cup glory

Wed, 08 May 2013 16:36:00 GMT

Gertjan Verbeek is hoping his AZ side can complete what he sees as a "unique" achievement by beating PSV in the KNVB Beker final, in what he calls "a beautiful event".

Speedy strikes and German joy

Wed, 08 May 2013 07:30:00 GMT

Miroslav Klose's five-goal show against Bologna features in FIFA.com's latest stats review, which also includes feats by Bayern Munich, Ronald de Boer, Manuel Lanzini and Theo Walcott.

De Boer targets European progress

Mon, 06 May 2013 10:35:00 GMT

Ajax coach Frank de Boer has looked towards improving his team's recent record in Europe after the Amsterdam giants secured a third successive domestic title.

Ajax claim Eredivisie title

Sun, 05 May 2013 14:27:00 GMT

Ajax claimed the Eredivisie title with a thumping 5-0 win over Willem II to win the league for the third season running, a feat Frank de Boer has now achieved with the club as player and coach.

Kashia: It's just the beginning for Vitesse

Fri, 03 May 2013 04:39:00 GMT

After narrowly avoiding relegation in 2011, Vitesse have come to within a whisker of UEFA Champions League qualification in the Eredivisie and captain Guram Kashia told FIFA.com he hopes there is more to come from them.

Ajax set to take the title

Thu, 02 May 2013 20:37:00 GMT

Ajax face basement side Willem II on Sunday, and with a win Frank De Boer's men would secure their third Eredivise title in a row, which would also send their opponents down.

Robben: It's time to win it now

Wed, 01 May 2013 22:53:00 GMT

Bayern Munich Arjen Robben says the German champions must now lift the UEFA Champions League crown after winning through to their third final in four years with a staggering 7-0 aggregate victory over Barcelona.

Bremen suspend Arnautovic, Elia

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 13:47:00 GMT

Werder Bremen have banned Marko Arnautovic and Eljero Elia for the rest of the season following their involvement in a police check.

Cuenca keen on Ajax stay

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 11:40:00 GMT

Winger Isaac Cuenca would like to remain at Ajax next season believing a further year playing for Frank de Boer's side will help his development.

Feyenoord hit Heracles for six, Vitesse win

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 18:42:00 GMT

Feyenoord hit six goals past Heracles Almelo to keep in touch with Ajax at the top of the Eredivisie, while Vitesse Arnhem beat Willem II 3-1 to stay two points further back in third place.

Van Persie: My dream has been fulfilled

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 11:20:00 GMT

Robin van Persie has been speaking about the success of his move to Manchester United, and has sets his sights on winning even more with his club and national team next year.

Eriksen focussed, chasers hope to close in

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 18:49:00 GMT

Despite talk linking him with a move away from the Amsterdam ArenA, Ajax midfielder Christian Eriksen has his eyes totally focussed on winning the Eredivisie, while PSV, Feyenoord and Vitesse all hope to close in.

Huntelaar: I'm definitely staying at Schalke

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 13:06:00 GMT

Schalke striker Klaas Jan Huntelaar has said that he will "definitely" be at Schalke next season, although admitted it would be a "catastrophe" if the team failed to qualify for Europe.

Huntelaar targets weekend return

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 11:57:00 GMT

After six weeks on the sidelines Klass-Jan Huntelaar is hoping to return to action for Schalke is weekend and boost their chances of sealing a spot in next season's UEFA Champions League.

A fee, a father and a 20th title

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 07:20:00 GMT

Manchester United, Valencia, Mario Gotze, Jonathan Soriano and Zlatan Ibrahimovic come under the microscope in FIFA.com's latest stats review.

No complacency from Robben

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 23:16:00 GMT

Following Bayern Munich's comprehensive 4-0 win against Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League semi-final first leg, Arjen Robben reflected on his side's impressive performance but is keenly aware the German champions haven't reached the final at Wembley yet.

RVP hits treble as United beat Villa, clinch title

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 22:14:00 GMT

A first-half hat-trick from Robin van Persie propelled Manchester United to a 3-0 win at home to Aston Villa that secured them a 20th top-flight title.

Feyenoord beat Vitesse, VVV held

Sun, 21 Apr 2013 21:38:00 GMT

Feyenoord kept their Eredivisie title hopes alive and dealt Vitesse's a crushing blow with a 2-0 win in Rotterdam, while VVV-Venlo look set for a relegation play-off battle after a 2-2 draw with FC Twente.

Australia's Babalj signs for AZ Alkmaar

Sat, 20 Apr 2013 04:06:00 GMT

Young Australian striker Eli Babalj has signed a four-year deal with Dutch Eredivisie side AZ Alkmaar.

Streaks stretched and runs ended

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 07:36:00 GMT

Royston Drenthe, Robert Lewandowski, Basel, Boca Juniors and the Tyne-Wear derby feature in FIFA.com's latest look at the week's stats.

Boerrigter winner extends Ajax's lead, Alkmaar sink Utrecht

Sun, 14 Apr 2013 19:10:00 GMT

Ajax now sit five points clear at the top of the Eredivisie after their 3-2 win over PSV Eindhoven, while Jozy Altidore netted a hat-trick in AZ Alkmaar's 6-0 dismantling of Utrecht.

Croatia and Ecuador on the up

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 09:00:00 GMT

The April edition of the FIFA/Coca-Cola World Ranking sees movement within the top ten, as Ecuador enter for the first time and Croatia climb to their highest position since 1998.

Elite duo shine, Euro contenders joust

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 06:57:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews a big week of women’s international action as USA and Germany again displayed their quality, Canada continued FIFA Women’s World Cup™ preparations while UEFA Women’s EURO aspirants also kept busy.

PSV: Advocaat unlikely to stay on

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 09:23:00 GMT

PSV Eindhoven technical manager Marcel Brands has admitted it is "unlikely" Dick Advocaat will stay with the club beyond the current season.

Aliadiere: My best season ever

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 08:40:00 GMT

In a frank and reflective interview, Jeremie Aliadiere speaks to FIFA.com about the ups and downs of his career thus far and his recent renaissance at Lorient.

Felipe Melo: I’m not scared of Real Madrid

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 09:01:00 GMT

Galatasaray's Brazilian midfielder Felipe Melo speaks to FIFA.com about his team's UEFA Champions League quarter-final against the mighty Real Madrid, and his own role in stopping Ronaldo and Co.

Robben satisfied with home win

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 23:32:00 GMT

Bayern Munich's Arjen Robben says his side are well placed following a 2-0 home victory over Juventus in their UEFA Champions League quarter-final first-leg tie, although there is concern over a muscle injury suffered by Toni Kroos.

PSV draw, Ajax move clear at the top

Sun, 31 Mar 2013 18:32:00 GMT

PSV Eindhoven stumbled at Roda JC drawing 2-2, while Vitesse Arnhem beat PEC Zwolle 2-1 to slide into second, level with PSV, and Ajax won 4-1 to move three points clear at the top of the Eredivisie table.

Happy Birthday to you!

Sun, 31 Mar 2013 10:18:00 GMT

In our regular Sunday feature, FIFA.com presents you with some of the biggest names in football who will be celebrating their birthdays over the coming week.

Bayern blast Hamburg for nine

Sat, 30 Mar 2013 20:12:00 GMT

Although Bayern Munich could not clinch the Bundesliga title with a win over Hamburg Saturday, they showed their championship calibre with an impressive 9-2 rout powered by a four-goal performance from Claudio Pizarro.

Van Persie: United could be my last club

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 15:12:00 GMT

Robin van Persie has said that he will be at Manchester United for the next few years "and maybe longer", acknowledging the club's reputation for valuing older players.

Records and milestones on the road to Brazil

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 14:33:00 GMT

Son Heungmin, Adrian Mutu and Sergio Ramos are among the stars of FIFA.com's latest stats reviews, which also looks at contrasting fortunes for Brazil and the Netherlands.

Dutch win delights Van Gaal

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 11:09:00 GMT

After their 4-0 FIFA World Cup™ qualifying win over Romania, Netherlands coach expressed his delight at his team's performance and waxed lyrical about Robin van Persie's two-goal showing.

Spain triumph, Montenegro hold firm

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 00:04:00 GMT

FIFA.com wraps up another massive evening of European Brazil 2014 qualifying highlighted by a crucial win for world champions Spain on their trip to Paris, while Montenegro and England remain evenly poised after a hard-fought draw.

Van Persie fires Dutch to victory

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 21:44:00 GMT

Robin van Persie grabbed a second-half brace to guide the Netherlands to a 4-0 victory over Romania and extend their remarkable winning streak to 14 games. Rafael van der Vaart and Jeremain Lens grabbed the other goals.

Two hearts in ice

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 15:37:00 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 shows two A-League players experiencing some muscle therapy.

Crunch time for former champions

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 08:03:00 GMT

Spain's trip to France is among the eye-catching fixtures in Tuesday's European Zone FIFA World Cup qualifiers. FIFA.com previews the action.

Sporting confirm Wolfswinkel sale

Sat, 23 Mar 2013 19:24:00 GMT

Norwich City have agreed a deal to bring Sporting striker Ricky van Wolfswinkel to Carrow Road, the Portuguese club have confirmed, in a deal starting costing upwards of €10m.