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Velud: Algerian players are gifted

Wed, 15 May 2013 04:06:00 GMT

FIFA.com chats with French coach Hubert Velud about recently leading ES Setif to the Algerian league title, and dealing with tragic memories from the 2010 CAF Africa Cup of Nations while at the helm of Togo.

Fast starts and late drama

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 07:38:00 GMT

Comebacks from Borussia Dortmund and Fiorentina feature alongside a quickfire goal from Emmanuel Adebayor, a Cesc Fabregas hat-trick and a landmark strike from Rogerio Ceni.

Evian sneak a point, Bastia come back

Sat, 30 Mar 2013 22:28:00 GMT

Clarck N'Sikulu's 93rd minute equaliser saved a point for Evian at Reims in their 2-2 draw, while Troyes also drew 2-2 with Saint-Etienne and Bastia topped Valenciennes 4-3 in Saturday's Ligue 1 action.

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.

Nigeria snatch point, Elephants cruise

Sat, 23 Mar 2013 20:34:00 GMT

Nigeria waited until the last minute of stoppage time to secure a 1-1 draw with Kenya in African FIFA World Cup™ qualifying, while Côte d'Ivoire beat Gambia 3-0 and Burkina Faso won 4-0 against Niger.

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™.

Super Eagles soar all the way to Brazil

Mon, 11 Feb 2013 05:47:00 GMT

Nigeria concluded a thrilling tournament by edging Burkina Faso to win a third continental crown and book passage to the 2013 FIFA Confederations Cup. FIFA.com reviews all the action from a fascinating 23 days in South Africa.

New discoveries from the Cup of Nations

Tue, 05 Feb 2013 04:37:00 GMT

Always a great place to spot talent on the rise, this year's CAF Africa Cup of Nations has revealed a number of exciting new faces to keep an eye on as FIFA.com finds out.

West Africa strikes back

Mon, 04 Feb 2013 16:52:00 GMT

For the first time ever, four teams from one region make up the semi-finals of the CAF Africa Cup of Nations as a team from the West African Football Union is guaranteed to win the continental showpiece for the first time since 1994.

Pitroipa heads Burkina into semis

Sun, 03 Feb 2013 21:31:00 GMT

Unfancied Burkina Faso will play a CAF Africa Cup of Nations semi-final outside their own country for the first time following an extra-time win over Togo. Jonathan Pitroipa headed the winner in the first period of extra-time.

The Week in Quotes

Sat, 02 Feb 2013 10:49:00 GMT

In FIFA.com's weekly review of some the most memorable quotes of the last seven days Gareth Bale talks Cristiano Ronaldo, Zlatan Ibrahimovic recalls his childhood and Emmanuel Adebayor on Jose Mourinho.

Togo hold Tunisia to edge through

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 19:10:00 GMT

Togo and Tunisia drew 1-1, with the latter missing a late penalty that ultimately cost them a place in the last eight and sent their opponents through.

Adebayor helps knock Algeria out

Sat, 26 Jan 2013 20:37:00 GMT

Emmanuel Adebayor's first-half strike and a stoppage-time clincher from substitute Dove Wome earned Togo their first win of the 2013 CAF Africa Cup of Nations and sent Algeria out of the competition.

Romao: We must give everything against Algeria

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 07:37:00 GMT

One of Togo's key figures, midfielder Alaixys Romao, tells FIFA.com that they have put defeat to Côte d’Ivoire behind them and focus on the crunch clash against Algeria.

Algeria coach: I have no regrets

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 17:56:00 GMT

Before facing Togo and Côte d'Ivoire, Algeria coach Vahid Halilhodzic will look to reorganise his team to bolster his chances of moving into the quarter-finals.

Gervinho snatches late winner

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 17:44:00 GMT

A late strike from Gervinho got Côte d'Ivoire's CAF Africa Cup of Nations campaign off to a winning start, beating a plucky Togo 2-1 in Rustenburg, but the tournament favourites were well tested.

Fireworks sure to light up Africa

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 07:14:00 GMT

Africa’s continental championships begin on Saturday in South Africa with the only sure thing seemingly that there are no sure things at the 2013 CAF Africa Cup of Nations.

The AFCON in numbers

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 17:56:00 GMT

Didier Drogba is hoping to add to his ten lifetime goals at the CAF Africa Cup of Nations during the 29th edition of the tournament.

Jemaa: This time I want to go all the way

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 06:38:00 GMT

Issam Jemaa is set to play in his fifth CAF African Cup of Nations when the tournament kicks off this weekend. He spoke to FIFA.com about his desire to bring the trophy back to Tunisia for the first time in almost a decade.

CAN hopefuls in friendly action

Mon, 31 Dec 2012 08:10:00 GMT

Ethiopia, Tunisia and Togo were among the winners as the year ended with a host of pre-Africa Cup of Nations friendly matches.

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.

Adebayor omitted from Togo friendly squad

Thu, 20 Dec 2012 14:39:00 GMT

Emmanuel Adebayor has been left out of Togo's squad for their CAF Africa Cup of Nations warm-up game against Oman, although coach Didier Six has not given up hope of persuading him to return for the tournament itself.

Ayite: We will draw strength from tragedy

Mon, 10 Dec 2012 06:58:00 GMT

Young Togo midfielder Floyd Ayite spoke to FIFA.com about the Hawks' chances at the CAF Africa Cup of Nations, recovering from the Cabinda tragedy and being inspired by Didier Six and Emmanuel Adebayor.

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.

Togolese football loses a loyal servant

Mon, 29 Oct 2012 09:34:00 GMT

Togolese football is in mourning and the entire football family with it following the death of Affoh Korke, a key figure of the development of the game in the African nation.

Draw pairs Zambia, Nigeria in South Africa

Wed, 24 Oct 2012 22:42:00 GMT

Reigning CAF Africa Cup of Nations champions Zambia have been drawn alongside Nigeria for the upcoming tournament in South Africa, while runners-up Côte d'Ivoire will face north-African pair Algeria and Tunisia.

Comebacks, shocks as continental line-up set

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 04:07:00 GMT

Four teams reversed their ties from the first leg in the final qualifying stage for January's CAF Africa Cup of Nations, although Cameroon suffered a shock elimination at the hands of a resurgent Cape Verde Islands.

Cameroon crash out, Ethiopia qualify

Sun, 14 Oct 2012 18:04:00 GMT

Cameroon have failed to reach the CAF Africa Cup of Nations again after losing 3-2 on aggregate to Cape Verde Islands, while Ethiopia saw off Sudan to reach the finals.

Big guns facing elimination

Fri, 12 Oct 2012 08:07:00 GMT

There will be tension across the entire African continent this weekend as 15 berths for next year's CAF Africa Cup of Nations go on the line, with a number of upsets on the cards.

Elephants rampage, Indomitable Lions fade

Sun, 09 Sep 2012 22:30:00 GMT

Côte d'Ivoire impressed in a goalfest against Senegal, holders Zambia left a lot to do in the second leg, and four-time winners Cameroon slumped to defeat. FIFA.com reviews the latest CAF Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.

Regional rivalries highlight last round

Fri, 07 Sep 2012 08:29:00 GMT

A west African derby between Côte d’Ivoire and Senegal is the most hotly anticipated of the final stage of 2013 AFCON qualifying ties, which begin this weekend.

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.

Bafana falter on day of frustration

Sun, 03 Jun 2012 21:49:00 GMT

It was a tough day for strikers in Africa as Bafana Bafana were held at home by Ethiopia, Nigeria just earned a win and no side managed more than a single goal.

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.

Six helping Togo to turn the page

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 05:37:00 GMT

A French international during a golden period for Les Bleus, Didier Six is leading Togo beyond a difficult recent past and looking to guide the Hawks to Brazil 2014.

Redknapp not certain on Adebayor deal

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 14:13:00 GMT

Emmanuel Adebayor's future with Tottenham Hotspur remains unclear according to manager Harry Redknapp, who says he does not know whether the on-loan striker will join the club permanently.

Adebayor: Spurs can finish among top four

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 18:23:00 GMT

On-loan Tottenham Hotspur forward Emmanuel Adebayor has said he is hopeful Spurs can not only finish in the top four of the Premier League, but that they will try to win the FA Cup as well.

Adebayor fires Spurs past Swansea

Sun, 01 Apr 2012 18:31:00 GMT

A late brace from Emmanuel Adebayor secured Tottenham Hotspur a 3-1 home victory against Swansea City, bringing Harry Redknapp's side level on points with Arsenal in the Premier League.

Agassa: The World Cup trumps them all

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 11:47:00 GMT

Goalkeeper Kossi Agassa talks to FIFA.com about Reims' promotion push, his memories of playing at Germany 2006 and desire to help Togo return to the world stage in 2014.

Blatter sends condolences to Togo

Sun, 27 Nov 2011 19:05:00 GMT

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter has sent his condolences to Togo's footballing community after a terrible bus accident occurred on Saturday 26 November, involving the Etoile Filante de Lome club.

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.

Adebayor available again for Togo

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 12:31:00 GMT

Emmanuel Adebayor has come out of international retirement, with the Tottenham Hotspur striker throwing his hat into the ring for Togo selection once again after quitting 18 months ago.

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.

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.

Eight qualify but big boys are denied

Sat, 08 Oct 2011 19:59:00 GMT

A dramatic day of 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations qualifying action ended with elimination for Nigeria and South Africa, while Angola, Ghana and Tunisia were among those who ensured themselves a place at the tournament.

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.