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Development boost for the women’s game in Oceania

Wed, 15 May 2013 06:33:00 GMT

Each of Oceania’s Member Associations were in attendance this week for the FIFA/OFC Women’s Football Development Seminar with collaborative growth of the game in the region a key focus.

Kiwis remain perfect in Oceania

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 09:56:00 GMT

New Zealand are set to continue a growing affinity with the FIFA U-17 World Cup in the UAE later this year after winning the qualifying tournament last week. FIFA.com reviews the six-nation Oceania championship in Vanuatu.

Oceania sextet take aim at world stage

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 10:22:00 GMT

Oceania’s representatives for UAE 2013 will be determined over the coming week in Vanuatu, with reigning champions New Zealand facing the challenge of five Pacific nations.

Perfect Kiwis dominate Oceania

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 09:24:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews the action from the Oceania qualifying tournament for Turkey 2013 with New Zealand prevailing despite some spirited competition, notably from host nation Fiji.

New route opens up for Oceania aspirants

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 05:49:00 GMT

FIFA.com previews the upcoming OFC Champions League season which boasts a new format as eight clubs, led by reigning champions Auckland City, bid for Oceanian club supremacy.

Drama and emotion on Oceania’s World Cup path

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 07:51:00 GMT

FIFA.com takes a look back at what has been a typically fascinating odyssey for Oceania’s Brazil 2014 aspirants, with Tahiti and American Samoa enjoying breakthrough success, while New Zealand eventually secured top spot.

Oceania hopefuls eye Turkish odyssey

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 05:35:00 GMT

FIFA.com previews the upcoming OFC U-20 Championship as five contenders vie for the right to represent Oceania among the globe’s elite young players at the 2013 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Turkey.

New look OFC Champions League draw unveiled

Tue, 05 Feb 2013 05:56:00 GMT

The draw for the revamped OFC Champions League has been announced with eight clubs set to compete for a berth in May's final.

New look for Oceania’s elite club competition

Mon, 17 Dec 2012 08:28:00 GMT

The revamped format for the 2013 OFC Champions League has been confirmed with the tournament, previously known as the O-League, undergoing a change of format for the 2013 edition.

The FIFA Club World Cup in numbers

Tue, 04 Dec 2012 01:18:00 GMT

As the 2012 event in Japan draws ever closer, FIFA.com looks back at some of the world club showpiece’s more interesting figures and stats.

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.

Tahiti lead Pacific charge

Tue, 12 Jun 2012 02:29:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews a highly successful OFC Nations Cup which saw unprecedented glory for Tahiti, breakthrough success by New Caledonia and a succession of tight matches played out in front of large crowds.

Solo joy, Fiji despair as last four confirmed

Wed, 06 Jun 2012 07:56:00 GMT

Solomon Islands kept their Brazil 2014 ambitions alive with a 1-1 draw against continental champions New Zealand to the delight of an animated crowd in Honiara, while Fiji were eliminated after drawing against Papua New Guinea.

All Whites advance, PNG exit

Mon, 04 Jun 2012 08:41:00 GMT

New Zealand have qualified for the last four of the OFC Nations Cup with a 2-1 win that eliminated Papua New Guinea from contention, while Fiji and the Solomon Islands drew 0-0 to leave both in contention.

Early goals see favourites edge crucial wins

Sat, 02 Jun 2012 08:22:00 GMT

Continental champions New Zealand and host nation Solomon Islands kicked off their respective Brazil 2014 campaigns with narrow 1-0 wins over Fiji and Papua New Guinea in Honiara.

All in readiness for Oceania charge

Wed, 30 May 2012 22:29:00 GMT

After a long wait, FIFA World Cup™ qualifying returns to the Pacific with the football obsessed Solomon Islands set to host the eight-nation tournament commencing on Friday.

Evolving Kiwis aim for dominance

Fri, 25 May 2012 01:38:00 GMT

FIFA.com runs the rule over Oceania heavyweights New Zealand, who approach next week’s OFC Nations Cup with the aim of continuing their significant recent growth.

Farina’s PNG aiming to defy odds

Fri, 18 May 2012 01:04:00 GMT

Papua New Guinea may be inexperienced at international level heading into next month's Brazil 2014 qualifiers following years of inactivity, however, the future is looking bright on the back Frank Farina's appointment as coach.

Auckland continue to reign in Oceania

Tue, 15 May 2012 09:49:00 GMT

Auckland City will once again feature at the FIFA Club World Cup but the Oceania heavyweights were forced to do it the hard way in a gruelling OFC O-League campaign, as FIFA.com reports.

Women's round-up: April 2012

Wed, 02 May 2012 09:05:00 GMT

FIFA.com recaps events in April, including qualifiers for the UEFA Women's EURO, FIFA U-17 and U-20 Women's World Cups and a look ahead to the Women's Olympic Football Tournament.

Kiwis impress en route to Oceania crown

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 10:12:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews the Oceania qualifying tournament for Japan 2012 as New Zealand again impressed in retaining their status as continental queens.

New Zealand youngsters cruise through Pacific

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 11:04:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews the Oceania qualifying tournament for Azerbaijan 2012 where New Zealand confirmed their status as continental elite with a comfortable victory in the four-nation event.

Kiwis top Oceania to reach world finals

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 05:57:00 GMT

New Zealand cruised past the opposition in Oceania, defeating Papua New Guinea on the final day of qualifying for Azerbaijan 2012 to confirm their third appearance at the global finals since its inaugural edition in 2008.

Kiwis seek another Oceanian coronation

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 11:31:00 GMT

New Zealand will this week be eyeing a fourth successive qualification for the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup as they seek to maintain the nation's recent growth by securing a berth at Japan 2012.

Oceania youngsters dream of global stage

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 09:25:00 GMT

A single Oceania ticket will be up for grabs this week in Auckland as Cook Islands, New Caledonia, Papua New Guinea and New Zealand, hosts of the inaugural FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup four years ago, vie for passage to Azerbaijan 2012.

Kiwis sail through Oceania

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 11:20:00 GMT

New Zealand cruised comfortably through Oceania qualifying and now, on the back of significant growth in recent years, are looking to make a splash at London 2012.

Kiwis confirm London passage

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 08:50:00 GMT

New Zealand are on their way to London 2012 after the Football Ferns were untroubled in cruising past Papua New Guinea with a 15-0 aggregate scoreline.

Football Ferns put one foot in London

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 11:10:00 GMT

A thumping 8-0 win for New Zealand over Papua New Guinea in their OFC Women's Qualifer final for London 2012 has left the Football Ferns just 90 minutes away from a place at the Olympics.

Battling Kiwis defy Oceania challengers

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 09:44:00 GMT

New Zealand may have confirmed expectations in securing passage to London 2012 but the Kiwis were made to work hard before edging past an impressive Fiji in what was a fitting finale to the Oceania qualifying tournament.

Little movement in top ten

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 09:07:00 GMT

Despite few changes at the summit, Cameroon, Costa Rica, Papua New Guinea, Scotland and Wales have moved into their highest-ever positions in the FIFA Women's World Ranking.

London calling in Oceania

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 09:03:00 GMT

Hosts New Zealand are ranked as strong favourites as Oceanian aspirants prepare to battle for continental glory over the coming week, with passage to London 2012 the prize on offer.

PNG's London hopes survive Pacific test

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 10:06:00 GMT

The road to London 2012 has commenced for Oceania aspirants with Papua New Guinea winning through to a play-off against New Zealand. FIFA.com reports on the action.

Late action makes the difference

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 08:34:00 GMT

Champions Jeonbuk Motors kicked off the new Korea Republic season with an epic late win, injury-time incidents made all the difference at the top in Australia, while Auckland City are the first team into the OFC O-League final.

Surprises, stumbles and goals galore

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 06:49:00 GMT

It was a tough weekend for the frontrunners in Qatar and Jordan, while the leaders continue to endure in Australia and United Arab Emirates. FIFA.com’s weekly review also takes a look at continental action in Oceania.

Japan make first-ever top three appearance

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 09:31:00 GMT

FIFA Women's World Cup-winners Japan took advantage of Brazil's recent inconsistent form to move into the top three of the FIFA/Coca-Cola Women's World Rankings, while Northern Ireland were the biggest movers.

Leaders trip up in Australia, UAE

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 12:17:00 GMT

FIFA.com looks at Australia and United Arab Emirates, where the elite are suddenly under intense pressure, as well as the latest from Iran, Thailand and Oceania.

FIFA’s Performance Seminar a success

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 08:06:00 GMT

Oceania Football Confederation’s 11 Member Associations will be the beneficiaries as FIFA’s new development programme, known as PERFORMANCE, is rolled out aiming to help national governing bodies reach their maximum potential.

Silverware polished as Roar bellow

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 09:21:00 GMT

Trophies were handed out in Japan and Malaysia, the latest OFC O-League season commenced and it was another milestone weekend in Australia as FIFA.com wraps up the action from Asia and Oceania.

Ambitious Oceania elite eye glory

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 09:40:00 GMT

The road to continental glory in Oceania will commence this weekend as eight clubs take to the field for the newest edition of the OFC O-League. FIFA.com previews the forthcoming campaign in the Pacific.

Rivalries and fresh hopes abound

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 09:53:00 GMT

FIFA.com’s weekly review of club matters across Asia and Oceania looks at the season-openers in India, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea, derby time in Australia, and glory for Korea Republic’s Jeonbuk Motors.

Auckland seek to maintain dominance

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 11:58:00 GMT

The New Zealand Football Championship begins this weekend with the elite pairing of Auckland City and Waitakere United seeking to maintain their unbroken dominance that has lasted throughout the league’s seven-year existence.

Ambitious PNG eye further growth

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 10:23:00 GMT

After a lengthy period of inactivity Papua New Guinea have rejoined the FIFA/Coca-Cola World Ranking and now have Oceania’s elite in their sights.

Spain regain top amid significant movement

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 09:00:00 GMT

After just a one-month hiatus, Spain replaced the Netherlands at the top of the global ladder, while Uruguay and Portugal leapt into fourth and fifth respectively amid significant change.

Tight margins among Pacific elite

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 09:39:00 GMT

New Caledonia emerged triumphant on home soil at this year’s Pacific Games as a number of teams continued their preparations for Brazil 2014 qualifying.

Pitch perfect in Oceania

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 05:51:00 GMT

OFC’s Member Association’s were the beneficiaries as FIFA conducted its first ever FIFA Playing Surface Seminar last week in Auckland.

Kiwis head tight section

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 08:47:00 GMT

New Zealand may be warm favourites in Oceania Group B, however, the presence of Fiji, Solomon Islands and Papua New Guinea will make for a fascinating four-way competition.

High-flying Kiwis face tough task

Sat, 30 Jul 2011 22:05:00 GMT

The draw provided New Zealand with an intriguing challenge against Fiji, Solomon Islands and Papua New Guinea, while Group A features Vanuatu, New Caledonia, Tahiti and the Round One winner.

Oceania goalkeeper stocks receive a boost

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 02:42:00 GMT

Auckland was the location this week as Oceania Football Confederation members were the recipients of the new FIFA Goalkeeping Course.

Nelsen, Riley earn OFC awards

Fri, 27 May 2011 12:39:00 GMT

The Oceania Football Confederation have named New Zealand duo Ryan Nelsen and Ali Riley as their players of 2010.

Kiwis rule Oceania, reach Colombia

Mon, 02 May 2011 10:41:00 GMT

New Zealand qualified for just their second FIFA U-20 World Cup in impressive fashion, dominating the Oceania qualifiers with dynamic attacking play and a resolute defence.