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The Week in Quotes

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 02:36:00 GMT

Featuring Carlo Ancelotti on prioritising food over football in London, Moritz Leitner on the Borussia Dortmund bug, David Beckham on his love of AC Milan and Javier Clemente criticising Cristiano Ronaldo.

Rovers reunite Olsson twins

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 11:55:00 GMT

Blackburn have today completed the signing of Swedish defender Martin Olsson's twin brother Marcus.

Rangers sign Swedish midfielder Celik

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 16:53:00 GMT

Rangers manager Ally McCoist has delved into the January transfer window for the first time by bringing in Swedish U-21 international Mervan Celik, with the midfielder arriving from GAIS on a free.

Gala fire five, Genclerbirligi climb

Sat, 14 Jan 2012 20:35:00 GMT

Johan Elmander scored twice as Galatasaray moved seven points ahead at the top of the Super Lig by beating Karabukspor 5-1, while Genclerbirligi climbed to fourth with a 2-1 victory over Eskisehirspor.

The Week in Quotes

Sat, 14 Jan 2012 04:48:00 GMT

Featuring Sir Alex Ferguson on his ideal guests at a dinner party, Ezequiel Lavezzi on his popularity, Alejandro Sabella comparing Lionel Messi to Scalextric, and Alfredo Di Stefano justifying the jeering of Cristiano Ronaldo.

Nilsson leaves Copenhagen post

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 12:30:00 GMT

Roland Nilsson has parted company with FC Copenhagen after less than eight months in charge and been replaced by the club's sporting director, Carsten V Jensen.

A year in photos: The beautiful game

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 08:01:00 GMT

2011 will soon be consigned to history, making it the perfect time to look back at the highlights of the past twelve months in pictures.

Celtic's Majstorovic out for six weeks

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 15:33:00 GMT

Celtic defender Daniel Majstorovic is set to miss the next six weeks of the season, the Glasgow giants have announced.

Spurs suffer as group stage concludes

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 23:13:00 GMT

Birmingham City, Celtic and Tottenham Hotspur were knocked out, while there was joy for qualified AZ Alkmaar, Club Brugge and Rubin Kazan, as the UEFA Europa League group stage concluded.

Victory not enough for Vienna

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 22:16:00 GMT

Michael Liendl and Nacer Barazite were on target as Austria Vienna won 2-0 at home to Malmo, but the victory was not enough to seem through to the knockout stages.

FIFA Ballon d’Or stirs worldwide debate

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 08:51:00 GMT

FIFA.com hears what Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Xavi think about being nominated for the FIFA Ballon d'Or, and who a series of celebrities think should win the award.

Bologna battle to draw with Milan

Sun, 11 Dec 2011 17:04:00 GMT

Reigning champions AC Milan lost ground in the Serie A title race after they came from a goal behind but ultimately wasted their lead in a 2-2 draw at Bologna.

Rooney ban reduced to two matches

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 10:31:00 GMT

England have been boosted by the news that star forward Wayne Rooney has had his three-match UEFA EURO 2012 ban reduced to two games, after his appeal was heard today.

Thiney and Petit on Ballon d’Or nominees

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 11:18:00 GMT

The shortlists for the FIFA Ballon d’Or 2011 awards were announced on 5 December 2011 in Paris, with Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi and Xavi all in line for the top prize.

Big guns reflect on tough draw

Sat, 03 Dec 2011 15:19:00 GMT

There was a cautious tone amongst the voices of Europe's elite nations, as all were expecting a tough time of it at the UEFA EURO 2012 finals, with many of the favourites being drawn together.

Women's round-up: November 2011

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 08:32:00 GMT

This month's women's football round-up features the latest from Women's EURO 2013 qualifying, Sao Jose's triumph in Brazil and a prestigious award for Japan's Aya Miyama.

Long-rangers and a league of nations

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 00:47:00 GMT

An unlikely win for American Samoa, fresh achievements for Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Aleksandr Duric, another stunning strike from Inigo Martinez, and a cosmopolitan Arsenal line-up feature in FIFA.com's latest stats review.

Eriksson in talks with Persepolis

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 06:55:00 GMT

Former England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson has held talks with Iran's Persepolis with a view to coaching the Tehran giants.

Celtic sign Lustig from Rosenborg

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 18:58:00 GMT

Swedish international Mikael Lustig has signed a three-and-a-half year contract with Celtic and is set to join the Scottish club in January.

Sweden deny USA their revenge

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 02:00:00 GMT

USA and Sweden reprised their Germany 2011 meeting in Phoenix on Saturday with the Stars and Stripes unlucky not to take revenge and record a victory, forced instead to come from behind for a 1-1 draw.

European draw pits Germans with Spain

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 07:50:00 GMT

Germany and Spain, who between them have won all four editions of the UEFA European Women’s U-17 Championship, will meet in the second qualifying round, while in-form pair Switzerland and England are together in Group 1.

Mellberg: England are EURO contenders

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 21:13:00 GMT

After playing in Sweden’s 1-0 defeat at Wembley, Olof Mellberg believes the lack of hype surrounding England, coupled with their defensive quality, can help Fabio Capello’s team win UEFA EURO 2012.

Spain, Netherlands join co-hosts as top seeds

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 17:37:00 GMT

Spain have been joined by the Netherlands and co-hosts Poland and Ukraine in the top group seeds for the UEFA EURO 2012 finals draw, which is set to take place in Kyiv on 2 December.

Cap kings and landmark goals

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 09:57:00 GMT

Luis Suarez, Ahmed Hassan, Iker Casillas and Gianluigi Buffon star in FIFA.com's latest stats review, which also reports on an English milestone and the end of Japan's long unbeaten run.

Germany, Uruguay lay down markers

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 00:56:00 GMT

Tuesday’s friendly internationals saw Germany record a resounding victory over the Dutch and Uruguay pull off a memorable success in Italy. England and USA both won, while France and Spain settled for draws.

England edge Sweden to end wait

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 22:23:00 GMT

An own goal proved enough for England to end their 43-year wait for victory over Sweden with the crowd at Wembley witness to stellar performances from Stewart Downing, Phil Jones, and Kyle Walker.

Capello reflects ahead of Swede meeting

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 16:56:00 GMT

England manager Fabio Capello was pleased with the performances of such young players as Jack Rodwell, Phil Jones and Danny Welbeck at the weekend, but knows they have a tough task ahead in Sweden.

England to return Swedish friendly favour

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 16:12:00 GMT

England, who are set to face Sweden tomorrow night at Wembley, will make it at least two games in a year against their opponents as they will commemorate the opening of a new stadium in Stockholm.

Capello bringing in Sturridge

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 17:33:00 GMT

Fabio Capello has said Daniel Sturridge will get his chance to start against Sweden as the England manager continues to plough their youthful pastures, having praised his youngsters in the win over Spain.

Mixed fortunes for EURO hosts

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 22:58:00 GMT

Ukraine’s high-scoring draw with Germany proved the pick of Friday’s friendlies across Europe, while fellow UEFA EURO 2012 hosts Poland lost at home to Italy.

The five-point European review

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 07:43:00 GMT

The 25th anniversary of Sir Alex Ferguson's appointment at Manchester United was among the main events in a weekend of European action that witnessed precious few upsets.

The Week in Quotes

Sat, 05 Nov 2011 09:33:00 GMT

Our pick of the week's best quotes features Zlatan Ibrahimovic on his relationship with Pep Guardiola, Andre Santos on his dancing celebration, and Sir Alex Ferguson on 25 years in charge at Manchester United.

Kallstrom extends Lyon contract

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 16:27:00 GMT

Ligue 1 side Lyon revealed today that their Swedish midfielder Kim Kallstrom has extended his contract with the club by two years, the 29-year-old committing until 2014.

Late luck sees Syrianska retain place

Sun, 30 Oct 2011 19:08:00 GMT

David Bennhage scored an own goal in injury time to seal a 3-1 win for Syrianska over Angelholm in their Allsvenskan promotion/relegation play-off second leg.

Closing the gap

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 11:49:00 GMT

The official technical report into this year’s FIFA Women’s World Cup™ highlights a number of marked improvements in the women’s game and suggests that the competitive gap has become narrower than ever.

France and Japan join familiar names

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 11:06:00 GMT

Ahead of next year's FIFA Ballon d'Or gala, FIFA.com takes a look at the nominees for the FIFA Women’s World Player of the Year and FIFA Women’s Football Coach of the Year.

Udinese, Schalke stun as Fulham falter

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 23:31:00 GMT

Udinese scored two last-gasp goals to defeat Atletico Madrid, while Schalke ran out 5-0 winners over Steaua Bucharest, and ten-man Fulham lost 1-0 to Wisla Krakow in the UEFA Europa League.

Suspense in Germany, party time in Sweden

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 08:56:00 GMT

The title race is over in Sweden but there are still three teams in the running in Germany. FIFA.com also looks at the latest from France and New Zealand in our new weekly review of women's club action across the globe.

Van Persie steals show for Arsenal

Sun, 16 Oct 2011 15:57:00 GMT

Robin van Persie was the hero for Arsenal, converting a wonderful free-kick to earn his side a 2-1 victory over Sunderland after Sebastian Larsson had cancelled out the Dutchman's opening goal.

Milan make easy work of Palermo

Sat, 15 Oct 2011 22:15:00 GMT

Antonio Nocerino, Robinho and Antonio Cassano struck to give AC Milan an easy 3-0 triumph at home to Palermo, who had goalkeeper Alexandros Tzorvas to thank for keeping the score down.

Sweden date for England

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 17:16:00 GMT

England have arranged an international friendly meeting with Sweden on 15 November and will be eyeing an end to their 43-year wait for a win over the Scandinavian side.

The flawless, troubled and triumphant

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 17:01:00 GMT

With 240 matches played among nine qualifying groups, FIFA.com reviews the most memorable moments from the 13-month-long qualifying campaign for next summer's UEFA EURO 2012.

Van Marwijk unimpressed by Dutch slip

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 09:56:00 GMT

Bert van Marwijk has bemoaned the defensive mistakes which saw the Netherlands throw away a lead to lose 3-2 against Sweden and tarnish their perfect UEFA EURO 2012 qualifying record.

Twelve seats filled at EURO table

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 23:20:00 GMT

FIFA.com rounds up an intriguing final round of UEFA EURO 2012 qualifying matches as France, Russia, Greece, Denmark and Sweden all advanced, leaving eight contenders to play-off for the four remaining tickets.

Sweden defeat Dutch to qualify

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 21:44:00 GMT

Sweden handed an invincible Netherlands side their first defeat of the UEFA EURO 2012 qualifying campaign in an enthralling 3-2 win, sealing automatic an automatic spot as the best runners-up.

Allegri: Ibra still hungry

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 14:28:00 GMT

Massimiliano Allegri has said he is convinced that AC Milan striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic is still motivated to win trophies with the club despite being quoted recently that he is considering retiring.

Five spots to be filled in group finales

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 08:14:00 GMT

As the qualifying campaign for UEFA EURO 2012 draws to a close, five automatic qualification slots still need to be filled. FIFA.com takes a look at all the key matches and permutations.

France, Portugal braced for tense finale

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 03:59:00 GMT

France and Portugal have a tough challenge if they are to wrap up two of the five remaining automatic qualifying berths when the final round of UEFA EURO 2012 qualifiers takes place tomorrow.

England join EURO elite

Sat, 08 Oct 2011 00:38:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews an exciting night of UEFA EURO 2012 qualifying action that saw England secure their place at next year’s finals, and Montenegro and Sweden confirm play-off berths.

Greece, Belgium push for qualification

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 23:36:00 GMT

Greece moved into pole position in UEFA EURO 2012 qualification Group F after beating fellow contenders Croatia 2-0, while Belgium beat Kazakhstan 4-1 to move into second in Group A at Turkey's expense.