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Palestine: launch of the third edition of the FIFA/CIES Programme

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 16:06:00 GMT

L’Université de Birzeit, partenaire du CIES depuis 2009, lance la troisième édition du Programme de management du sport FIFA/CIES. Le délai d’inscription est fixé au 20 janvier 2012.

Eight projects to compete for the FIFA/CIES International University Network Award

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 12:44:00 GMT

Following the success of the inaugural FIFA/CIES International University Network Award last year, CIES has received eight projects for the second year of this competition.

Women's roundup: October 2011

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:09:00 GMT

FIFA.com wraps up all the action in the world of women's football from the month of October, with special attention paid to a power shift in Africa and a return to form for Canada's national team.

Ibrahim: My life has changed

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 04:45:00 GMT

It has been more than a year since the Football For Hope Festival took place, and FIFA.com caught up with Rashida Ibrahim, a young woman who participated in the event, to share in her memories of those days at South Africa 2010.

Favourites prevail in Asian qualifiers

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 20:27:00 GMT

Singapore celebrated, while China PR were among the biggest winners as the final places in Asia's third round of FIFA World Cup qualifiers were decided. FIFA.com rounds up the action.

Asian hopefuls in do or die deciders

Tue, 26 Jul 2011 12:42:00 GMT

Asia's second round of qualifiers reaching a climax today, with no fewer than 30 sides battling it out on the road to 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™. You can follow the action live on FIFA.com.

Asian favourites draw first blood

Mon, 25 Jul 2011 09:00:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews the latest round of 2014 FIFA World Cup qualifying in Asia, which saw the traditional favourites take an advantage over their underdog opponents.

Thirty hopefuls begin road to round three

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 06:55:00 GMT

Some intriguing second round, first legs are in store, with Kuwait-Philippines, Qatar-Vietnam, Singapore-Malaysia and United Arab Emirates-India catching the eye.

Asian media laud progression

Tue, 05 Jul 2011 12:03:00 GMT

Now that the Asian preliminary qualifying round for the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil has been completed, FIFA.com takes a look at the reaction in the media to the results so far.

A historic day for Palestinian football

Mon, 04 Jul 2011 00:31:00 GMT

Palestinian football took major step in its development as a footballing nation, after it hosted its first ever FIFA World Cup™ qualifier, where they drew 1-1 with Afghanistan.

Favourites progress as stars shine

Sun, 03 Jul 2011 22:27:00 GMT

The first round of qualifying for the 2014 FIFA World Cup™ in Brazil has been completed, seeing a barrel-load of goals scored around Asia, with the likes of big-guns Vietnam being joined by first-time qualifiers Philippines.

Stern tests for Asian hopefuls

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 10:33:00 GMT

The chance to mix with Asia's big guns is up for grabs this weekend, with 16 of the continent's minnows battling it out in the second legs of the preliminary qualifying round.

Preliminary journey kicks off in Asia

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 05:03:00 GMT

The first round of qualifying for 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™ kicked off in Asia on Wednesday, with Vietnam, Cambodia and Bangladesh convincing in their respective openers. FIFA.com reviews all the action.

Sixteen hopefuls embark on Brazil path

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 10:29:00 GMT

Asia's lowest-ranked teams are set to begin continental qualifying for the 2014 tournament, with Sri Lanka-Philippines, Bangladesh-Pakistan and Malaysia-Chinese Taipei among the most appetising matches on the menu.

Favourites prevail in Asian qualifiers

Fri, 24 Jun 2011 09:16:00 GMT

Australia were among the AFC heavyweights who coasted through to the final round of qualifiers for London 2012, while the likes of Oman and Malaysia sprung major surprises.

FIFA President in Palestine to boost football development

Sun, 15 May 2011 17:53:00 GMT

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter today opened two football development projects in Palestine, laying the corner stone of the federation’s fourth FIFA Goal project.

FIFA President to visit Serbia, Palestine, Israel

Thu, 12 May 2011 17:19:00 GMT

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter will undertake a busy three-day visit to Serbia, Palestine and Israel from 14-16 May.

Thuram opens West Bank stadium

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 17:49:00 GMT

Former France star Lilian Thuram completed a four-day visit to the West Bank by taking the kick-off in the Palestinian cup final to inaugurate a brand new international stadium in the area.

Brazil 2014 draw stirs Asian hopefuls

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 09:02:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews the Asian qualifying draw for the 2014 FIFA World Cup™ which has thrown up a host of intriguing match-ups as some of the continents smaller footballing nations seek a share of the spotlight.

Asia's Brazil 2014 draw made

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 11:26:00 GMT

The AFC has conducted the draw for Asia’s first and second round qualifiers for Brazil 2014.

Five maintain London dream

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 14:40:00 GMT

Asian qualifying for the Women’s Olympic Football Tournament London 2012 continued with Iran, Jordan, Uzbekistan, Vietnam and Thailand all winning through to the second stage.

Gaining acceptance in new frontiers

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 07:50:00 GMT

Although the FIFA Women's World Cup™ has yet to include a team from the Middle East, cultural barriers continue to be broken in the development of women's football within the Arab world.

Asian Zone to play preliminary round for Brazil 2014

Sat, 19 Mar 2011 14:38:00 GMT

The members of the Asian Football Confederation are gearing up to begin the race for FIFA World Cup™ in Brazil, with the draw for qualification set to take place on 30 March in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Palestine lose historic home qualifier

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 20:47:00 GMT

The Palestinian national team lost on penalties to Thailand in a 2012 Olympic qualifier, their first-ever international qualifier played at home at the Faisal Husseini stadium.

Women’s round-up: February 2011

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 00:53:00 GMT

FIFA.com wraps up the month that was in women's football, with a focus on the Roar's glory year Down Under, development in Palestine and the huge buzz surrounding the 2011 FIFA Women's World Cup™ in Germany.

Asian hopefuls commence journey

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Asia’s exhaustive qualifying campaign for the 2012 Men’s Olympic Football Tournament will kick off this week with just three of the 35 hopefuls guaranteed a place in London.

Palestinians prepare for historic home match

Sun, 20 Feb 2011 14:59:00 GMT

Palestine are set to play their first ever match on home soil, as they prepare for the London 2012 Olympics against Thailand in the Asian qualifying group.

Palestine takes another historic step

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 09:00:00 GMT

The launch of the Women's Football League in Palestine was a huge success, with over 11,000 witnessing an opening match that gave optimism for a bright future.

First students receive diplomas in Palestine

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 12:22:00 GMT

The first graduates of the FIFA/CIES sports management programme were awarded their diploma during a ceremony held last week at the Law Faculty of Birzeit University in Ramallah, Palestine.

Bezaz: Things slowly falling into place

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 16:54:00 GMT

As he looks to shape the entire structure of the Palestinian national team, Moussa Bezaz tells FIFA.com about the vision he has for Palestinian football and the tough task he has had in his 18 months as coach.

Croatia claim Futsal trophy

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 12:00:00 GMT

With a penalty shoot-out win over hosts Libya, Croatia emerged victorious from the first edition of the Mediterranean Futsal Cup, which saw 16 teams from the regio take part.

China PR and Korea Republic reach last 16

Sat, 13 Nov 2010 14:54:00 GMT

China PR and Korea Republic both qualified for the last 16 of the Asian Games, both getting 3-0 wins in their final group matches.

Hong Kong finally qualify, champions Qatar follow

Thu, 11 Nov 2010 14:06:00 GMT

Hong Kong ended a 52-year wait to reach the knockout rounds of the Asian Games after a 4-1 win over Bangladesh, while Qatar topped Group D after a 2-0 win over neighbours Kuwait.

Professionalisation on the agenda in Lebanon

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 09:20:00 GMT

As part of the Goal programme, the city of Beirut last week hosted a seminar organised by FIFA for the general secretaries of member associations from west Asia.

Arabia Cup spurs the women's game

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 08:40:00 GMT

"On the road to Germany" is the apt slogan for the Arabia Cup 2010, a gathering of the Arabic world’s best women’s national teams in Bahrain from 18-28 October.

Yemen edge nine-man Palestine

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 21:46:00 GMT

Yemen overcame the challenge of Palestine with a 3-1 win in there second West Asian Football Federation Championship, with the Palestinians ending the game with nine men.

West Asia's finest braced for action

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 07:35:00 GMT

The 2010 West Asian Football Federation Championship begins in Jordan on Friday, with four-time winners Iran looking to continue their domination.

Palestine battling for the development of football

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 12:23:00 GMT

The president of the Palestine Football Association was in Zurich to meet FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter to discuss the development of football in the country.

Riedl: Indonesia is my biggest test

Thu, 05 Aug 2010 13:43:00 GMT

Austrian Alfred Riedl was appointed Indonesia's national team coach in May and hopes to now play a part in developing the game in the most populous nation in south-east Asia.

Fair Play to the fore in Alexandra

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 08:23:00 GMT

Togetherness and Fair Play are the key ingredients of the Football For Hope festival, which is being held on the outskirts of Johannesburg.

Palestine: 25 students enrolled on first edition

Wed, 07 Apr 2010 08:27:00 GMT

The first edition of the FIFA/CIES Sport Management Programme officially started last week in Ramallah (Palestine) with 25 students taking part.

Beach soccer lays roots in Dubai

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 11:31:00 GMT

November 2009 will go down as a historic date for beach soccer in Dubai, with minds now focused on developing the discipline in the UAE.

UAE held on Katanec bow

Sat, 10 Oct 2009 22:43:00 GMT

United Arab Emirates fell behind on Srecko Katanec's debut at their reins, but a Saeed Al Kas goal earned them a draw with Palestine in Dubai.

Iraq thump Palestine in landmark tie

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 22:42:00 GMT

Iraq won their first international match in Baghdad since the US-led invasion of 2003 on Monday, beating Palestine 4-0 in a friendly.

Palestine to play in Iraq, China

Sun, 05 Jul 2009 19:40:00 GMT

The Palestinian national team will travel to northern Iraq for a friendly on Friday which will be followed by a visit to China for a friendly on 18 July.

CIES partners with Birzeit University

Wed, 20 May 2009 20:01:00 GMT

FIFA has partnered with Birzeit University to organise the FIFA/CIES Programme of sport management in Palestine.

Jordan shine on road to Germany

Mon, 04 May 2009 09:46:00 GMT

The long path to the 2011 FIFA Women's World Cup has commenced in Asia with Jordan joined by Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan in the next stage.

Palestinians to make European debut

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 20:31:00 GMT

The Palestinian football team are to play their first-ever European friendly on 6 May against Belgian Second Division side FC Brussels.

Blatter's 'solace in time of sadness'

Fri, 16 Jan 2009 14:30:00 GMT

The FIFA President has written to the President of the Palestine FA after learning of the death of three prominent members of their football family.

Heroes and heroines honoured

Tue, 13 Jan 2009 17:46:00 GMT

FIFA.com reflects on a week when Marta eclipsed Mia Hamm, Chelsea's woes continued, and Raul and Kofi Danning reached notable landmarks.