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FIFA extends worldwide sanction to 26 football participants

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:43:00 GMT

The Chairman of the FIFA Disciplinary Committee Marcel Mathier has decided to extend the sanctions on 26 football participants worldwide, based on the content of current decisions made by two member associations.

Kamara at the double

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 12:12:00 GMT

Former Fulham forward Diomansy Kamara bagged a brace as Eskisehirspor ran out 3-1 winners over Buyuksehir in the Turkish Super Lig.

Fener down Besiktas, Genclerbirligi leave it late

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 20:01:00 GMT

Fenerbahce recorded a 2-0 victory over Besiktas to reduce the gap to leaders Galatasaray, while Genclerbirligi claimed a late win and Sivasspor thrashed Mersin Idmanyurdu 5-1.

Gala go six clear, Trabz beaten

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 21:56:00 GMT

Galatasaray stretched their Super Lig lead to six points after Necati Ates and Johan Elmander earn them a 2-1 win over Gaziantepspor, while Trabzonspor lost on their travels by the same scoreline at Antalyaspor.

Fenerbahce, Besiktas slip up

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 23:26:00 GMT

The midweek shocks continued in Turkey with Fenerbahce and Besiktas both failing to take advantage of leaders Galatasaray's draw with struggling Antalyaspor.

Gala held by Antalyaspor, Trabz win

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 21:57:00 GMT

Turkish Super Lig leaders Galatasaray shared the points in a 1-1 draw with Antalyaspor, while Trabzonspor defeated Bursaspor 2-1 at home, and Genclerbirligi secured a 1-0 win over Gaziantepspor.

Olympiacos take Kazim on loan

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 18:33:00 GMT

Olympiacos have signed Turkey forward Colin Kazim-Richards on loan from Galatasaray until the end of the season and have an option to make the move permanent.

Fener close gap, Trabz win with ease

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 20:02:00 GMT

Fenerbache kept up their chase of leaders Galatasaray with a 2-1 win over Mersin Idmanyurdu, while Trabzonspor convinced in a 4-0 defeat of Ankaragucu.

Gala slip to defeat, Genclerbirligi draw

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 19:52:00 GMT

Galatasaray failed to build upon their lead in the Turkish Super Lig after a 1-0 loss to Bursaspor, while Genclerbirligi rescued a 2-2 draw with Antalyaspor after twice falling behind.

Sow completes Fener switch

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 10:38:00 GMT

Fenerbahce have confirmed that they have completed the signing of Senegal striker Moussa Sow, who has agreed a four-year deal with the Turkish giants.

Gala settle for point, Genclerbirligi rise

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 19:54:00 GMT

Galatasaray are just two points ahead of second-placed Fenerbahce in the Super Lig after a goalless draw at Eskisehirspor, while Genclerbirligi saw off bottom-of-the-table Ankaragucu 1-0.

Fener cruise, Sivasspor strike late

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 21:25:00 GMT

Fenerbahce struck three times in the final 23 minutes to comfortably see off Kayserispor and keep in touch with leaders Galatasaray, while Sivasspor denied Bursaspor a late point with a 88th minute winner.

Senegalese strikers top recent activity

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 07:26:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews the recent transfers, including Papiss Cisse, Baba Diawara and Moussa Sow moving to England, Spain and Turkey respectively and Gary Cahill, Alberto Gilardino and Jadson also finding new homes.

Besiktas close gap, Trab rise

Sun, 15 Jan 2012 19:46:00 GMT

Besiktas won 3-1 against Bursaspor to reduce the gap to the Super Lig leaders, while Trabzonspor climbed up to fourth in the standings with a handsome 4-0 rout of Samsunspor.

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.

Felipe Melo: My time will come again

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 09:41:00 GMT

Having struggled at Juventus and spent 18 months in international exile since his red card at South Africa 2010, Felipe Melo is now thriving at Galatasaray and eyeing a return to the Brazil fold, as he told FIFA.com.

Fener close gap on Gala

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 20:36:00 GMT

Fenerbahce came back from 1-0 down to score three times in the last 15 minutes to triumph 3-1 over Gaziantepspor, meaning they close in on leaders Galatasaray, now trailing by just four points.

Black Eagles slip at Ankaragucu

Sun, 08 Jan 2012 20:58:00 GMT

A 0-0 draw with Ankaragucu prevented Besiktas from keeping themselves within two wins of leaders Galatasaray, who they now trail by seven points, while Eskisehirspor also drew, being held by a ten-man Sivasspor.

Gala pull off comeback, Trabz win

Sat, 07 Jan 2012 21:00:00 GMT

Galatasaray mounted an impressive comeback against Samsunspor today, coming back from two down at half-time to win 4-2, while Trabzonspor claimed a 2-0 victory.

Mabiala moves to Karabukspor

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 16:30:00 GMT

Karabukspor have completed the signing of defender Larrys Mabiala from French side Nice, the 24-year-old joining the Turkish club after successfully completing a medical.

Skibbe appointed Hertha coach

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 16:07:00 GMT

Michael Skibbe has today been announced as the new coach of Hertha Berlin, moving from Turkish side Eskirsehirspor on a two-and-a-half year deal to replace the sacked Markus Babbel.

Gala go top after Fener held

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 21:42:00 GMT

Fenerbahce's 0-0 draw with Antalyaspor, coupled with Galatasaray's victory at home to Manisaspor, saw the latter take top spot, while there were also victories for Kayserispor and Sivasspor.

Biseswar set for Kayserispor move

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 14:53:00 GMT

Feyenoord have agreed a deal to sell forward Diego Biseswar to Turkish club Kayserispor in January for an undisclosed fee.

Fener join Gala at the top

Sun, 18 Dec 2011 19:47:00 GMT

Fenerbache moved level on points with leaders Galatasaray after a 1-0 victory over a ten-man Trabzonspor side, while Besiktas were held to a 1-1 draw at Samsunspor.

Manchester duo handed tricky tasks

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 13:32:00 GMT

The draw for the last 32 and the final 16 of the UEFA Europa League was made today, with Manchester City and Manchester United handed difficult ties against FC Porto and Ajax respectively.

Wisla profit as PSG, Fulham exit

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 22:51:00 GMT

Paris Saint-Germain and Fulham have both suffered surprisingly early exits from the UEFA Europa League, while the likes of Lazio, Twente, Wisla Krakow and Stoke City are through to the last 32.

Besiktas end Stoke's unbeaten run

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 20:19:00 GMT

Stoke City suffered their first loss of the UEFA Europa League campaign as Besiktas, spurred on by a noisy home crowd in Instanbul, clinched a 3-1 win and top spot in Group E.

Trabz troubles continue

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 18:14:00 GMT

Trabzonspor suffered a 2-1 defeat by Genclerbirligi, extending their winless run to seven games, which drops last season's runners-up down to tenth in the Turkish Super Lig.

Fener climb level with Gala

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 20:31:00 GMT

Fenerbache moved level on points with Galatasaray at the Turkish Super Lig summit after a 2-0 win over Bursaspor, while Kayserispor defeated Karabukspor by the same scoreline.

Gala go clear, Besiktas rise

Sun, 11 Dec 2011 20:36:00 GMT

Galatasaray triumphed 3-0 at Trabzonspor and took a three-point lead at the summit, Besiktas drew but still climbed to second, while Antalyaspor, Mersin Idmanyurdu and Genclerbirligi were also victorious.

Besiktas close in on Gala

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 21:21:00 GMT

Besiktas gained ground on leaders Galatasaray after a 4-1 win over Manisaspor, while Sivasspor and Kayserispor are level on points after both enjoyed wins over Orduspor and Samsunspor respectively.

Mancunian misery as four progress

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 23:11:00 GMT

The UEFA Champions League group phase reached a dramatic finale as both Manchester sides crashed out while goal-hungry Lyon sensationally advanced along with CSKA Moscow, Basel and Napoli.

Gala leapfrog Fener for top spot

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 22:59:00 GMT

Galatasaray moved up to top spot in the Turkish Super Lig with a 3-1 win over Fenerbache, while Eskisehirspor secured a 1-0 win over Antalyaspor.

Goalless draw sees Lille, Trabz out

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 21:55:00 GMT

Lille have crashed out of the UEFA Champions League after finishing goalless with Trabzonspor, who are also out, in their final Group B match.

Manisaspor, Buyuksehir drop points

Sun, 04 Dec 2011 20:00:00 GMT

Manisaspor were held to a goalless draw at ten-man Mersin Idmanyurdu, missing their chance to go level on points with Galatasaray, while Instanbul Buyuksehir suffered a 1-0 loss to Kayserispor.

Happy birthday to you!

Sun, 04 Dec 2011 07:15:00 GMT

FIFA.com looks ahead to a star-studded week of footballing birthdays, including Belgian legend Jean-Marie Pfaff, the Altintop brothers, England captain John Terry and FIFA World Cup™-winner Bixente Lizarazu.

Fener command, Gala stay in touch

Sat, 03 Dec 2011 20:14:00 GMT

Fenerbahce defeated Ankaragucu 4-2 in a thrilling encounter that saw their visitors twice threaten a comeback, while Galatasaray stayed within three points of the Turkish Super League leaders with a 1-0 win at Genclerbirligi.

Stoke saved late, Sporting progress

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 23:04:00 GMT

Stoke City are into the UEFA Europa League knockout stages after drawing with Dynamo Kyiv, Sporting ensured qualification as group winners, but a surprise defeat has left Paris Saint-Germain in trouble.

Chasing pack close on Fener

Sun, 27 Nov 2011 20:51:00 GMT

After a 0-0 draw with Genclerbirligi, Fenerbache have seen their lead in the Turkish Super Lig reduced as Manisaspor, Istanbul Buyuksehir and Besiktas all secured victories at the weekend.

Safe passage for Bayern, Inter, Benfica

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 23:11:00 GMT

Bayern Munich, Inter Milan and Benfica all eased into the last 16 of the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday evening, the Germans and Italians going through as group winners.

Inter through despite Trabz draw

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 22:21:00 GMT

Inter Milan have clinched top spot in Group B despite a 1-1 draw with Trabzonspor in the UEFA Champions League after having already qualified for the knockout phase prior to kick-off.

Last 16 places ready to be claimed

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 06:57:00 GMT

Manchester City head to Naples, while Manchester United host Benfica as a handful of sides vie for passage to the Round of 16 on Matchday 5 of the UEFA Champions League.

Chretien strike seals Bursa win

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 20:38:00 GMT

Bursaspor edged past struggling Samsunspor as Michael Chretien scored his first goal in over four years to clinch a 1-0 victory which moves the club up to eighth in Turkish Super Lig standings.

Hiddink plans to take time off

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 11:24:00 GMT

Out-of-work Guus Hiddink says he will enjoy a period of rest before deciding whether to take another job in football, following the Dutchman's departure as coach of the Turkey national team.

Fener clear as leading pack draw

Sun, 20 Nov 2011 20:22:00 GMT

Besiktas and Galatasaray failed to make ground on leaders Fenerbache as they played out a lacklustre goalless draw, while Antalyaspor came from behind to beat Istanbul Buyuksehir 2-1 in the Turkish Super Lig.

Happy birthday to you!

Sun, 20 Nov 2011 09:35:00 GMT

It's Sunday and that means it's time for FIFA.com to look ahead to the week's birthdays, featuring the likes of Vicenzo Iaquinta, Gustavo Poyet and AFC Champions League-winning coach Jorge Fossati.

Avci named Turkey coach

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 16:25:00 GMT

The Turkish Football Federation has named Abdullah Avci, who guided Turkey to fourth place at the FIFA U-17 World Cup in 2005 and had been in charge at Istanbul BB, as their new national team coach.

Hiddink leaves Turkey post

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 12:10:00 GMT

After a play-off defeat by Croatia ended Turkey’s hopes of reaching UEFA EURO 2012, the contract of coach Guus Hiddink has been terminated by mutual consent.

Portugal among final four qualifiers

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 23:05:00 GMT

Portugal overcame stubborn resistance from Bosnia-Herzegovina to join Croatia, Czech Republic and Republic of Ireland as the final four teams to qualify for UEFA EURO 2012. FIFA.com has all the details.