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Poulsen sparking Tanzanian rise

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 15:16:00 GMT

Tanzania have surprisingly leapt into the top 120 on the global ladder. FIFA.com hears from the man guiding their progress: coach Kim Poulsen.

Favourites struggle as Eto'o returns

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:44:00 GMT

The last two African champions only managed draws in the latest round of African qualifying for 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™, but Cameroon icon Samuel Eto'o led his side to victory over Togo with a brace. FIFA.com reviews the action.

African aspirants resume journey

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 14:34:00 GMT

Burkina Faso and Ghana are just two of the sides hoping to make headway on the third matchday of action in the group stage of CAF qualifying for the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™.

Kikwete: Football can contribute to peace

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 18:15:00 GMT

On a visit to the Home of FIFA, Tanzanian President Jakaya Kikwete spoke to FIFA.com about his admiration for FIFA’s work in Africa and football’s capacity to unite.

Busy year for African hopefuls

Wed, 26 Dec 2012 09:37:00 GMT

2012 has seen a few surprises in the African qualifying zone for the FIFA World Cup™ as the campaign reaches its midpoint. There's still all to play for in 2013 as the continent cuts down from 52 countries to five representatives.

Ethiopia hosts Centre workshop

Fri, 23 Nov 2012 11:11:00 GMT

Delegates from all 20 Football for Hope Centres have been meeting in the Ethiopian capital of Addis Abeba for the fifth Football for Hope Centre Host Workshop.

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.

Disability takes a back seat to ability in Africa

Fri, 12 Oct 2012 08:41:00 GMT

Surrounding the Special Olympics Africa Unity Cup in South Africa last weekend, a love of football helped Africans to come together and express support and belief in each other and themselves.

Poulsen: Stars preparing to shine

Sat, 01 Sep 2012 10:04:00 GMT

After a promising start to Brazil 2014 qualifying, Tanzania's Danish coach Kim Poulsen is pushing hard work and a bright future for the Taifa Stars.

African development takes centre stage

Thu, 09 Aug 2012 18:02:00 GMT

While July’s sporting headlines were largely dominated by events in London, there were also significant happenings in the world of football development – particularly in Africa.

Hosts slam doors in AFCON preliminaries

Mon, 18 Jun 2012 00:41:00 GMT

Nigeria and Cameroon were among the big names to advance to the final round of 2013 CAF Africa Cup of Nations qualifying, however seven-time African champions Egypt have it all to do in a fortnight.

Late goals go North Africa's way

Sun, 10 Jun 2012 22:29:00 GMT

Libya and Egypt both secured dramatic late wins on Sunday as Africa's FIFA World Cup™ qualifying group stage continued in thrilling fashion.

Crunch clashes come early in Africa

Fri, 08 Jun 2012 04:18:00 GMT

Algeria are just one of the African favourites making tricky away debuts this weekend in Brazil 2014 qualifying, while Ghana travel to face continental champions Zambia. FIFA.com previews a heavy schedule of crucial fixtures in Africa.

Elephants rumble as Zambia stumble

Sat, 02 Jun 2012 23:36:00 GMT

African champions Zambia lost 2-0 in Sudan, while the team they beat in the continental final, Côte d'Ivoire, defeated Tanzania on a busy Saturday of 2014 FIFA World Cup™ qualifying action.

African favourites seek home comfort

Thu, 31 May 2012 02:41:00 GMT

The Brazil 2014 preliminaries reach the group stage in Africa this weekend with a host of continental giants seeking to ease anxieties by making a positive start to their respective campaigns.

Simba take Tanzanian title

Mon, 07 May 2012 14:39:00 GMT

A 5-0 win over defending champions Young Africans was the perfect way for Simba to claim the Tanzanian title, with Ugandan international Emmanuel Okwi getting a brace during the victory.

Dramatic triumph for Simba, Leopards through

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 13:14:00 GMT

A stunning last-minute away goal was enough to see Simba snatch passage to the last 16 of the CAF Confederation Cup after sneaking past Entente Setif, while Black Leopards held out to progress as well.

Surprises continue in Africa

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 01:48:00 GMT

Nigeria struggled to a scoreless away draw, Cameroon needed a late goal to win and Kenya beat Togo as qualifying for next year’s CAF Africa Cup of Nations got underway on Wednesday.

Congo DR take advantage, Nigeria held

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 21:27:00 GMT

Cape Verde Islands and Congo DR secured vital away wins over Madagascar and Seychelles in CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2013 qualifying, while Nigeria and Ethiopia were held to goalless draws with Rwanda and Benin respectively.

FIFA’s '11 for Health' moves up a gear in Africa

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 09:32:00 GMT

FIFA’s bid to spread the positive message of its ’11 for Health’ programme has continued this month, with Ghana, Tanzania and Zambia all playing host to a high-level delegation from FIFA’s Medical department.

Sserumaga stars as Uganda open with win

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 21:50:00 GMT

Mike Sserumaga created the first goal and scored the second as 11-time champions Uganda defeated Zanzibar 2-1 on the opening day of the 2011 CECAFA Challenge Cup in Tanzania.

Adebayor leads Togo as minnows fall

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 20:51:00 GMT

Emmanuel Adebayor returned to the Togo side to help them become one of ten teams into the group stage of African qualifying for Brazil 2014, which also included Kenya, who eased by Seychelles.

Africa's away teams find joy

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 21:17:00 GMT

On the first matchday in the African Zone of Brazil 2014 qualifying, scores favoured the away teams as six out of the ten won on a goal-laden day for travellers.

First roll of the dice for African hopefuls

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 05:22:00 GMT

The long road to Brazil commences in Africa on Friday as the first round of qualifying kicks off featuring 22 teams, each seeking to keep their 2014 FIFA World Cup™ dreams alive.

Africa sets off on road to Brazil

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 07:38:00 GMT

The long journey for African representatives aiming to reach Brazil 2014 commences this weekend with 22 nations participating in Round One.

Tanzania commits to developing women’s football

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 10:02:00 GMT

FIFA and the Tanzanian Football Federation recently hosted the FIFA Women’s Football Com-Unity Seminar in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to help create opportunities for, and improve awareness of, women’s football.

Expectations thrown in African whirlwind

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 01:26:00 GMT

Nigeria and South Africa will join Egypt and Cameroon on the outside of the continental championship as they both stumbled at home, while the likes of Niger and Libya confirmed unlikely spots in the finals.

Toure brothers lift Côte d’Ivoire

Sun, 09 Oct 2011 19:36:00 GMT

Kolo and Yaya Toure both scored to seal a 2-1 win for Côte d’Ivoire over Burundi, completing their perfect run in 2012 CAF African Cup of Nations qualifying, while Rwanda were boosted by a 1-0 win over Benin.

All to play for on Africa’s final weekend

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 08:42:00 GMT

Qualifying for the 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations concludes this weekend with big guns Nigeria and South Africa needing to make up ground to reach the finals, and a host of outsiders aiming to make a bit of history.

Chiefs win derby, Dynamos close

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 16:18:00 GMT

Kaizer Chiefs beat arch-rivals and defending champions Orlando Pirates in South Africa, while Dynamos have climbed their way back into the title race in Zimbabwe.

Duo qualify as final day looms

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 03:43:00 GMT

Senegal and Burkina Faso were the big winners over the weekend as the pair booked passage to the 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations, but seven groups remain up for grabs with one qualifying round to go.

Do or die weekend in Africa

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 06:57:00 GMT

With all but a handful of teams still in the running to reach the 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations, the continent is set for what should be a dramatic few days of qualifiers this weekend.

Côte d'Ivoire looking for a hat-trick

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 10:12:00 GMT

Africa's top-ranked side, Côte d'Ivoire, will be expected to cruise through Group C of African qualifying, with Morocco the most likely team to present the Ivorians with some difficulties.

Nigeria, South Africa walk Olympic tightrope

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 10:18:00 GMT

Nigeria and South Africa both face must-win fixtures against Tanzania and Benin respectively as they attempt to maintain their hopes of reaching London 2012.

Sofapaka eye a place in history

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 09:09:00 GMT

Kenya's Sofapaka are aiming to overcome a three-goal deficit and become the first Kenyan team in the CAF Confederation Cup group phase, while plenty of other teams are also vying for places.

Tanzania shock again, southern teams struggle

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 15:52:00 GMT

Tanzania beat Nigeria 1-0 - their latest giant-killing feat - to take a first-leg advantage, South Africa struggled against Benin, while there were victories for Algeria and Côte d'Ivoire.

African giant-killers face tough tasks

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 09:48:00 GMT

Qualifying for the 2012 London Olympic Games resumes in Africa this weekend, with giant-killers Tanzania and Sudan challenging strong opponents Nigeria and Egypt in the pick of the ties.

Late treble seals Wydad play-off win

Mon, 30 May 2011 13:14:00 GMT

Moroccan club Wydad Casablanca took advantage of their CAF Chmapions League life-line, after TP Mazembe were disqualified, by beating Simba of Tanzania in a play-off to reach the group stage for the first time.

Cairo to host CAF Champions League play-off

Fri, 20 May 2011 11:54:00 GMT

Wyad Casablanca and Simba will travel to the neutral location of Cairo, Egypt on 28 May to contest their one-off CAF Champions League play-off, taking place following TP Mazembe's disqualification.

Domestic stars dominate Bafana Bafana squad

Mon, 09 May 2011 15:09:00 GMT

Just one player based outside of South Africa, Bernard Parker, has been selected for their upcoming friendly in Tanzania, putting focus on the likes of Siphiwe Tshabalala, who captains for the first time, and Katlego Mphela.

African footballers blanket the globe

Wed, 04 May 2011 07:11:00 GMT

While the biggest names in African football still gravitate to the bright lights of Europe, more and more are making a living where one might not expect - from USA to Korea Republic Qatar, India, Myanmar and many places in between.

Sudan-Egypt pick of Olympic draw

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 13:22:00 GMT

The draw for the second round of men's African qualifying matches for London 2012 took place today at CAF's headquarters in Cairo, seeing Egypt paired together with north-eastern neighbours Sudan in one of eight ties.

Nigeria romp as Ghana, Cameroon exit

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 15:45:00 GMT

African qualifying for the 2012 Olympics continued over the weekend as Nigeria breezed past Equatorial Guinea 9-1 on aggregate, while Ghana and Cameroon were both surprisingly knocked out.

Young Africans lift Tanzanian title by a goal

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 09:50:00 GMT

The Tanzanian premier league came to a dramatic finale yesterday, as Young Africans pipped reigning champions Simba to the title by a single goal by dramatically matching their three goal victory.

Previous winners cruise through

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 15:28:00 GMT

A whole host of former Champions League champions advanced to the final 16 in Africa, although giants Al Ahly and Esperance fell to second leg defeats over the weekend.

Mazembe clear hurdle, Ahly fall

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 00:37:00 GMT

TP Mazembe of Congo DR secured a 3-2 victory over Simba off two Dioko Kaluyituka strikes in their pursuit of a third African Champions League title, while Ahly fell 2-0 to SuperSport United.

Nigeria flex, Ghana falter on road to London

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 17:52:00 GMT

Nigeria and Côte d’Ivoire had little trouble as the bulk of London 2012 qualifying kicked off across Africa, but Ghana and Cameroon left themselves with much to do in the second leg.

Sudan down Black Meteors, Nigeria cruise

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 13:29:00 GMT

Ghana were stunned by the Sudan in the 2012 London Olympic qualifiers this weekend, losing 1-0 at home to the East African side, while Nigeria virtually moved a step close to qualification with a 5-0 win over Equatorial Guinea.

Poulsen: Tanzania making progress

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 02:45:00 GMT

Tanzania are seeking to reinvigorate their CAF Africa Cup of Nations aspirations this weekend, but regardless of their fate the Taifa Stars are undoubtedly developing under veteran Danish coach Jan Poulsen.

Tanzania coach recalls two local-based players

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 14:43:00 GMT

Two home-based players have been recalled to Tanzania's squad for their upcoming CAF African Cup of Nations qualifier against Group D leaders Central African Republic.