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Russia launches major Infrastructure Programme for 2018

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 15:39:00 GMT

An Infrastructure Programme for the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia has been sanctioned by the country’s government. The decision was taken at a Russian government cabinet meeting on Thursday 13 June.

Russia 2018 stresses fan focus at IFA summit

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 14:42:51 GMT

The chief executive of the Local Organising Committee for the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™, Alexey Sorokin, has taken part in the Financial Times/International Football Arena summit in Rio de Janeiro on 17 June.

Russia adopts law for 2018 FIFA World Cup and FIFA Confederations Cup 2017

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 14:06:00 GMT

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a federal law on the preparation and hosting of the 2018 FIFA World Cup™ and the FIFA Confederations Cup 2017 in Russia.

A dethroned champion and thrilling duels

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 10:58:00 GMT

FIFA.com rounds up the latest from the world of women's football, with Liverpool on top in England, Rossiyanka dethroned in Russia, and Western New York Flash making up ground at the top in the USA.

Hiddink extends Anzhi contract

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 10:16:00 GMT

Anzhi Makhachkala director Konstantin Remchyukov has confirmed that the club has extended the contract of coach Guus Hiddink.

Bruno Alves heads to Fenerbahce

Sun, 09 Jun 2013 08:17:00 GMT

Portuguese international defender Bruno Alves has signed for Turkish giants Fenerbahce from Russian side Zenit Saint Petersburg, the Yellow Canaries announced on their website.

Belgium move clear, Portugal claim key win

Sat, 08 Jun 2013 03:01:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews Friday's matchday in European qualifying for Brazil 2014 as Belgium and Portugal improved their prospects, while Croatia and Montenegro both stumbled at home.

Crunch time for Portugal in Europe

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 10:09:00 GMT

Russia's trip to face an under-pressure Portugal side is arguably the highlight of an intriguing programme of European Zone qualifiers on Friday, which also includes Belgium-Serbia, Czech Republic-Italy and Austria-Sweden.

Brazil dealt challenge in Tahiti 2013 draw

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 09:38:00 GMT

The Tahiti 2013 draw has thrown up a number of intriguing match-ups, notably for the host nation and also four-time world champions Brazil.

Road to Tahiti 2013 glory revealed

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 07:28:00 GMT

The pathway to glory at the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup Tahiti 2013 has been unveiled following the Official Draw held at the Maison de la Culture in Papeete, with four-time world champions Brazil dealt a tough challenge.

Capello eyes win over Portugal

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 08:45:00 GMT

Fabio Capello wants nothing less than a win against Portugal in their upcoming FIFA World Cup qualifier to help Russia reach the finals in Brazil next year.

Tymoshchuk heading back to Russia

Sun, 02 Jun 2013 18:25:00 GMT

Following his team's completion of a historic treble, Ukrainian international Anatoliy Tymoshchuk will be leaving Bayern Munich for Zenit St. Petersburg after four seasons with the Bavarians.

CSKA win Russian Cup, secure double

Sat, 01 Jun 2013 13:12:00 GMT

CSKA Moscow won the 2012/13 Russian Cup final in dramatic fashion, defeating Anzhi Makhachkala 4-3 in penalties at the Akhmat-Arena in Grozny.

CSKA take title back to Moscow

Mon, 27 May 2013 16:28:33 GMT

Russian football’s first ever full autumn-spring season is over. After a gap of seven years, during which Zenit St. Petersburg won the league three times and Rubin Kazan claimed top spot twice, the title is heading back to Moscow.

CSKA, Anzhi, Zenit end without wins

Sun, 26 May 2013 15:13:00 GMT

CSKA Moscow went down to a 3-0 defeat at Rostov in the Russian Premier League, while second and third-placed Zenit St Petersburg and Anzhi Makhachkala also failed to win on the final day.

Top scorers and a title treble

Wed, 22 May 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Edinson Cavani stars along with Rafael Benitez, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Bayern Munich and CSKA Moscow in FIFA.com's latest stats review.

CSKA clinch fourth Russian title with draw

Sat, 18 May 2013 13:31:00 GMT

CSKA Moscow secured their fourth Russian Premier League title after a 0-0 draw with Kuban Krasnodar at the Khimki Arena.

Russia reign supreme in Europe

Sat, 18 May 2013 09:29:00 GMT

After a scoreless 120 minutes of football, Russia beat Italy 5-4 on penalties to claim the 2013 UEFA European U-17 Championship, and a berth to the FIFA U-17 World Cup United Arab Emirates 2013.

2012 Annual Report on Russia 2018 preparations published

Mon, 13 May 2013 09:28:00 GMT

The Russia 2018 Local Organising Committee (LOC) outlined its significant achievements in 2012, including the selection of Host Cities and stadium selection in the Annual Report on its preparations for the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia.

CSKA close in on title as Zenit draw

Sun, 12 May 2013 19:18:00 GMT

The Russian Premier League title is nearly in CSKA Moscow's reach after beating Lokomotiv Moscow 4-1 moving them five points clear, while rivals Zenit St Petersberg only managed to draw 1-1 at Rostov.

Krasnodar draw Dinamo, Vladikavkaz relegated

Sat, 11 May 2013 23:15:00 GMT

Krasnodar drew 1-1 with Dinamo Moscow and Alania Vladikavkaz were relegated after losing 1-0 at Volga Nizhny in Saturday's Russian Premier League action.

Rubin edge Saransk as Spartak draw Samara

Fri, 10 May 2013 20:13:00 GMT

Rubin Kazan edged visiting Saransk 2-1 Friday to keep their chances of playing European football next season alive, and Spartak Moscow drew 1-1 with Samara.

Record crowd sees Zurich defend title

Thu, 09 May 2013 17:33:00 GMT

In front of more than 14,000 fans, the 75th edition of the Blue Stars/FIFA Youth Cup once again served up top-class football. FC Zurich successfully defended their crown after comfortably beating Botafogo FR 5-0 in the final.

Four teams secure UAE 2013 tickets

Wed, 08 May 2013 20:16:00 GMT

Slovakia, Sweden, Russia and Italy have all booked places at UAE 2013 from European qualifying.

Wernbloom: CSKA's power and spirit can win title

Mon, 06 May 2013 10:29:00 GMT

CSKA Moscow midfielder Pontus Wernbloom has been speaking about the team's title hopes and his own role as a goalscoring matchwinner.

Dinamo up to fourth, Lokomotiv win

Sun, 05 May 2013 18:44:00 GMT

Dinamo Moscow moved up to fourth in the Russian Premier League with a battling 2-1 win at Krylya Sovetov while city rivals Lokomotiv Moscow also won, beating Amkar Perm 4-2.

CSKA, Zenit and Anzhi grab wins

Sat, 04 May 2013 20:21:00 GMT

Leaders CSKA Moscow returned to winning ways to maintain their three-point lead at the top of the Russian Premier League while Zenit St Petersburg thrashed Alania Vladikavkaz and Anzhi Makhachkala also won.

Europe’s U-17s fight for continental crown

Sat, 04 May 2013 06:49:00 GMT

There's just six remaining places up for grabs at the FIFA U-17 World Cup, all of which allocated to Europe. Those will be decided over the next 12 days in Slovakia, with eight teams of youngsters battling for a spot at UAE 2013.

Kairat land historic first European crown

Wed, 01 May 2013 15:01:00 GMT

Kazakhstan's Kairat Almaty have made history in the UEFA Futsal Cup, winning Europe's premier club competition for the very first time by defeating 2012 runners-up Dinamo Moscow 4-3 in the final.

Spartak down Anzhi, CSKA stumble

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 18:29:00 GMT

Third-placed Anzhi Makhachkala were beaten 2-0 by Spartak Moscow while Russian Premier League leaders CKSA Moscow had their lead at the top cut to three points after they were defeated by Rubin Kazan.

CSKA held, Zenit close in

Sun, 21 Apr 2013 19:05:00 GMT

CSKA Moscow saw their lead cut to four points after they were held to a 2-2 draw against local rivals Spartak Moscow, coupled with Zenit St. Petersburg's late win over FK Krasnodar.

Sorokin: Russia 2018 will be a journey of discovery

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 15:06:00 GMT

Addressing leading sports journalists from 118 countries at the annual AIPS Congress, Alexey Sorokin vowed that Russia 2018 wow fans from across the planet and discussed the news laws which will be implemented at the tournament.

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.

Happy Birthday to you!

Sun, 14 Apr 2013 09:51:00 GMT

In this week's birthday feature, we take a look at Nigerian full-back Taye Taiwo, young Barça star Martin Montoya, American midfielder Maurice Edu and Canucks midfielder Jodi-Ann Robinson.

Arshavin set for Arsenal exit

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 13:38:00 GMT

Russia international Andrey Arshavin is set to leave Arsenal in the summer, manager Arsene Wenger has confirmed.

Northern Ireland – Russia qualifier rescheduled

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 11:10:00 GMT

The Group F 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil qualifier between Northern Ireland and Russia, postponed last month, will now be played on Wednesday 14 August 2013.

Blues beaten by Rubin Kazan but advance on aggregate

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 19:26:00 GMT

Rubin Kazan fought back from 2-0 down to edge Chelsea 3-2 in the second leg of their UEFA Europa League quarter-final but the Blues advance to the last four 5-4 on aggregate.

Russia 2018 LOC delivers update on FIFA World Cup preparations

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 13:05:00 GMT

Russia 2018’s deputy CEO Alexander Djordjadze has today provided an update on the Local Organising Committee’s (LOC) preparations for hosting the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™.

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.

History-seeking Chelsea target Europa semis

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 08:22:00 GMT

Chelsea will be aiming to claim a berth in the UEFA Europa League semi-finals on Wednesday when they travel to Rubin Kazan, as they seek to become the first British side to win all three of UEFA's major club competitions.

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.

Hulk downs Samara, Anzhi held

Sun, 07 Apr 2013 18:09:00 GMT

Reigning Russian champions Zenit St Petersburg remained in the race for the domestic title thanks to a Hulk penalty and a 1-0 win over minnows Samara, while Anzhi Makhachkala were held to a goalless draw.

Benitez: Torres set for goal run

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 04:50:00 GMT

Chelsea boss Rafael Benitez has backed Fernando Torres to maintain a run of goalscoring form until the end of the season following the Spaniard's UEFA Europa League double against Rubin Kazan.

Torres shines in Chelsea win, Basel hold Spurs

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 22:34:00 GMT

Fernando Torres' brace put Chelsea past Rubin Kazan 3-1, while Tottenham Hotspur rallied to draw 2-2 with Basel and Benfica beat Newcastle United by the same scoreline in Thursday's UEFA Europa League quarter-finals.

Final draw held for 2013 UEFA U-17 Championship

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 18:58:00 GMT

The final draw for the 2013 UEFA U-17 Championship was held Thursday in Slovakia where the eight teams competing for spots in UAE 2013 have learned their opponents for the tournament in May.

The Europa's English influence

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 07:39:00 GMT

With England left without a UEFA Champions League quarter-finalist, the Premier League's European focus has fallen on the UEFA Europa League, with Tottenham Hotspur, Chelsea and Newcastle United all in action.

Russia advance, octet remain in contention

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 18:16:00 GMT

Russia have advanced to the UEFA U-17 Championship finals, from which six sides will qualify for UAE 2013, while eight teams remain fighting to join them.

Chelsea headline English trio in Europa quarters

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 06:35:00 GMT

Chelsea will resume their quest to become the first British side to win all three major European club competitions when they host Rubin Kazan in their UEFA Europa League quarter-final final on Thursday.

Rubin beat Lokomotiv, Dynamo move to fifth

Sat, 30 Mar 2013 17:49:00 GMT

Rubin Kazan hosted Lokomotiv Moscow and took the 2-0 win while Dynamo Moscow also won, beating Rostov 1-0 to move into fifth place in the Russian Premier League.

LOC stages Russia 2018 exhibit in Moscow

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 13:04:00 GMT

The Local Organising Committee (LOC) of the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™ has staged an exhibit focusing on Russia’s hosting of the world’s premier football tournament in five years’ time.