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Happy Birthday to you!

Sun, 24 Feb 2013 08:50:00 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.

Suwon Bluewings land Jong Tae-Se

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 08:59:00 GMT

K-League outfit Suwon Bluewings have completed the eye-catching signing of Korea DPR's star striker Jong Tae-Se from Cologne.

Jong Tae-Se to join Suwon

Thu, 03 Jan 2013 05:54:00 GMT

Korea DPR international striker Jong Tae-Se is to join Korea Republic's Suwon Bluewings from Germany's Koln.

Women's football in focus

Thu, 27 Dec 2012 07:14:00 GMT

FIFA.com looks back on another massive year for the women’s game as USA collected gold at London 2012, two youth world titles were successfully staged, while Lyon swept all before them at club level.

Korea DPR climb ninth, Equatorial Guinea fly

Fri, 07 Dec 2012 08:59:00 GMT

USA remain comfortably atop of the FIFA/Coca-Cola Women's World Ranking, while Korea DPR, Austria and Equatorial Guinea have made impressive leaps.

Tough draw for Chinese champions

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 11:33:00 GMT

Guangzhou Evergrande have been placed in a group containing Jeonbuk Motors and Urawa Red Diamonds when the 2013 AFC Champions League draw was made today.

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.

Women's round-up: October 2012

Thu, 01 Nov 2012 12:46:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews the past month in the women’s game including a match-up between big guns USA and Germany, drama in UEFA Women’s EURO qualifying, changes among some of the world’s top coaches, plus the latest club news.

Asian youngsters primed for test

Wed, 31 Oct 2012 15:42:00 GMT

The AFC U-19 Championship begins in United Arab Emirates tomorrow with four places at the FIFA U-20 World Cup up for grabs as well as continental glory.

Azerbaijan bows to Mbock Bathy

Sat, 13 Oct 2012 21:58:00 GMT

After Azerbaijan 2012 concluded on Saturday, individual honours were bestowed upon the finest performers throughout the tournament. FIFA.com has all of the details regarding the award-winners.

Hwang: Failure is the mother of success

Sat, 13 Oct 2012 21:48:00 GMT

Korea DPR coach Hwang Yong Bong stated that his team may have underestimated France, but remains hopeful for the future despite the shoot-out defeat in the Final of Azerbaijan 2012.

Tears and joy as curtain comes down

Sat, 13 Oct 2012 20:33:00 GMT

The FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Azerbaijan 2012 came to a fitting end on Saturday with a thrilling final between France and Korea DPR, with the Europeans ultimately sealing a maiden triumph.

France secure title after shoot-out

Sat, 13 Oct 2012 18:17:00 GMT

A 7-6 penalty shoot-out victory saw France become the first European side to lift the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup following a 1-1 draw with Korea DPR in Baku.

Expert gives Azerbaijan 2012 verdict

Sat, 13 Oct 2012 10:00:00 GMT

Looking for an expert overview on the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, FIFA.com spoke to Elisabeth Loisel - head of the FIFA Technical Study Group at the tournament - about Azerbaijan 2012.

Expectant coaches have their say

Fri, 12 Oct 2012 12:41:00 GMT

On the eve of the final at Azerbaijan 2012, FIFA.com brings you the views of the coaches of the top-four sides: the two finalists and the teams set to joust for third place.

Kim: We'll be doing all we can

Fri, 12 Oct 2012 06:58:00 GMT

In scoring twice on her first start at Azerbaijan 2012 to take Korea DPR past Germany, Kim So-Hyang has pressed her claim for a starting place against France in the final. She speaks to FIFA.com about her hopes for tomorrow's match.

Curtain set to fall on day of firsts

Thu, 11 Oct 2012 08:36:00 GMT

First-time finalists France take on 2008 champions Korea DPR in the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup final, the first time two group rivals have gone on to contest the decider.

Korea DPR march on, France make history

Tue, 09 Oct 2012 19:00:00 GMT

France downed Ghana to become the first European side to reach a FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup final. Waiting for them there are 2008 champions Korea DPR who beat Germany, as Asia hunt a third successive title.

Kim So Hyang on song for final-bound Koreans

Tue, 09 Oct 2012 17:51:00 GMT

A brace from Kim So Hyang was enough to send Korea DPR into the final of the FIFA U-17 World Cup Azerbaijan 2012 with a 2-1 semi-final win over Germany in Baku.

Ri: The sharpest of cutting edges

Mon, 08 Oct 2012 09:17:00 GMT

With seven goals in four games, Korea DPR forward Ri Un-Sim is just one short of the tournament record, but she's more than willing to sacrifice personal accolades for the team's global glory.

Heavyweights and first-timers apart in last four

Mon, 08 Oct 2012 08:56:00 GMT

The final four match-ups, Korea DPR-Germany and France-Ghana provide a faithful reflection of the well-balanced nature of Azerbaijan 2012, with Tuesday’s encounters at Baku’s 8km Stadium deciding who will face off in next Saturday's final.

German duo ready for semis

Mon, 08 Oct 2012 06:28:00 GMT

Even the best forward line is worth little without a solid defence, as Wibke Meister and Franziska Jaser proved against Brazil. The Germany stoppers now face another tough task in the semi-finals.

Uzbekistan youngsters create history

Sun, 07 Oct 2012 09:59:00 GMT

Uzbekistan, having already secured passage to the FIFA U-17 World Cup along with Japan, Iran and Iraq, went on to claim a slice of history by winning their first continental title at any level.

Departing Lawrence looks ahead with pride

Sat, 06 Oct 2012 10:27:00 GMT

Despite suffering quarter-final heartbreak at the hands of Korea DPR, Canada captain Ashley Lawrence told FIFA.com she will be looking back on Azerbaijan 2012 positively after her team performed with pride.

Late drama as Korea DPR, France progress

Thu, 04 Oct 2012 20:32:00 GMT

Korea DPR won through to the semi-finals at Azerbaijan 2012 after a late burst of goals in their game against Canada, while France saw off Nigeria on penalties.

Ri Un Sim breaks Canadian hearts

Thu, 04 Oct 2012 14:53:00 GMT

Ri Un Sim continued her record of scoring in every round of Azerbaijan 2012 as her brace led Korea DPR to a 2-1 win over Canada in their quarter-final.

Chung-Bok: We've got what it takes to win

Wed, 03 Oct 2012 16:20:00 GMT

While their goal-scorers may have dominated more of their headlines, Korea DPR have a lot to thank captain Choe Chung-Bok for, though in speaking to FIFA.com the modest captain emphasised the team's influence.

Sanderson: The goals will come

Wed, 03 Oct 2012 05:35:00 GMT

Since choosing the ball over the puck Valerie Sanderson has shone for Canada, with her goals helping them Azerbaijan 2012 and then into the quarter-finals, and she told FIFA.com the goals will come again.

Goals guaranteed in Baku

Wed, 03 Oct 2012 04:49:00 GMT

Three of the most prolific sides at the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup 2012 are in action on Thursday as France, Nigeria and Korea DPR all bid to reach the semi-finals.

Group B: Korea DPR excel, USA exit

Mon, 01 Oct 2012 15:22:00 GMT

Almost certainly the most keenly contested group at Azerbaijan 2012, Group B pitted three of the tournament's heavyweights against one-another, but it was Korea DPR and France who sneaked through.

Andrews: It hurts so much

Sun, 30 Sep 2012 06:18:00 GMT

When the referee blew for full time in the Bayil Stadium, the USA players could barely hold back the tears as they stared down at the turf, Morgan Andrews among them, knowing they'd missed their chance at the quarter-finals.

Cheers and tears on decision day

Sat, 29 Sep 2012 20:20:00 GMT

The final round of fixtures in groups A and B was all about the battle for berths in the quarter-finals, with two of the six contenders destined to fall short.

Draw not enough for USA

Sat, 29 Sep 2012 14:55:00 GMT

Korea DPR dominated against the USA in a 1-1 draw - featuring the second record-breaking equaliser of Azerbaijan 2012 - to go through to the quarter-finals, while the North Americans narrowly miss out.

Korea DPR setting stellar standards

Fri, 28 Sep 2012 12:21:00 GMT

Having triumphed at New Zealand 2008, and with an impressive women's pedigree, Korea DPR's performances at Azerbaijan 2012 show they cannot be underestimated when it comes to picking potential winners.

Sextet hoping for quarter-final spot

Fri, 28 Sep 2012 04:46:00 GMT

As the final round of group games at Azerbaijan 2012 is set to commence, Group A and B are set to see some exciting encounters as six teams jostle to fill just four places up for grabs in the quarter-finals.

Gambia and Sissohore vow to return

Wed, 26 Sep 2012 08:47:00 GMT

A symbol of the Gambia side that exited their first women's world finals on Tuesday, Sainey Sissohore told FIFA.com that she and her team-mates are determined to learn from their Azerbaijan 2012 adventure.

Scorers, streaks and strolls

Wed, 26 Sep 2012 07:59:00 GMT

This week, the ending of one streak in Germany and the prolonging of another in England feature alongside prolific goalscoring from Michael Mifsud, Cristiano Ronaldo and three Asian sides at Azerbaijan.

Goal feast and tumbling records

Tue, 25 Sep 2012 17:32:00 GMT

Matchday 3 at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup produced goals galore, with a total of 20 spread across just four matches, and a new record or two besides.

Quick France reply earns point

Tue, 25 Sep 2012 12:05:00 GMT

Korea DPR were denied passage into the Azerbaijan 2012 quarter-finals after France scored the quickest equaliser in FIFA U-17 World Cup history to secure a 1-1 draw at the Dalga Arena.

Korea DPR on the goal trail again

Mon, 24 Sep 2012 07:23:00 GMT

With a hat-trick apiece in Saturday’s 11-0 demolition of Gambia, Ri Kyong-Hyang and Ri Un-Sim announced themselves as the latest in a long line of voracious strikers to emerge from Korea DPR.

Decisive day for winners and losers

Mon, 24 Sep 2012 05:10:00 GMT

Two teams will be fighting to remain in the competition in Groups A and B on Tuesday, while Korea DPR and Colombia can secure their early progress to the quarter-finals.

All smiles for Asia

Sun, 23 Sep 2012 17:07:00 GMT

China PR and Japan launched their campaigns in style with handsome victories over Uruguay and Brazil respectively, while Germany and Mexico were triumphant by much narrower margins.

Emotions aplenty as Azerbaijan 2012 kicks off

Sat, 22 Sep 2012 18:02:00 GMT

The first day proved rich in emotions as Korea DPR struck eleven times, France held USA, Nigeria drew with Canada, and hosts Azerbaijan lost to Colombia after J-Lo lit up the opening ceremony.

11-goal Korea DPR crush Gambia

Sat, 22 Sep 2012 10:56:00 GMT

Ri Un Sim and Ri Kyong Hyang both bagged trebles as Korea DPR laid down a gauntlet on the opening day of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup by thrashing Gambia 11-0.

Favourites in action early on

Fri, 21 Sep 2012 05:02:00 GMT

On the opening day at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Azerbaijan 2012, four title hopefuls are in action in the shape of USA, France, Nigeria and Korea DPR.

A springboard to the stars

Thu, 20 Sep 2012 06:32:00 GMT

With the footballing festivities set to kick off at FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Azerbaijan 2012, FIFA.com takes a look back on those stars who have flourished since making their bows on the U-17 stage.

Anticipation growing in Azerbaijan

Wed, 19 Sep 2012 08:59:00 GMT

The FIFA U-17 World Cup Azerbaijan is closing in, with the action set to kick off on 22 September and the players, coaches and fans are all gearing up for an unpredictable tournament full of up-and-coming talent.

Which U-17 team will rise to prominence next?

Tue, 18 Sep 2012 08:08:00 GMT

With the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Azerbaijan 2012 edging ever closer, FIFA.com wants to know who you believe will be the next team to make their mark on the world stage.

336 players under starter's orders

Fri, 14 Sep 2012 16:45:00 GMT

The squads are in and the clock ticks closer to the start of the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Azerbaijan, the final event of what has been a stellar year for the women's game. FIFA.com looks ahead to kick-off.

US spirit edges German power, Japanese finesse

Mon, 10 Sep 2012 03:24:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews all the action from the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in a high-quality tournament that, although concluding with a familiar tone as USA faced Germany, saw numerous title challengers, notably hosts Japan.