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European help in Uganda

Thu, 09 May 2013 00:33:00 GMT

Join FIFA.com and FIFA TV on a journey to Uganda, where The Football Club Social Alliance has set itself the objective of giving more people access to football, as well as facilitating training opportunities for coaches.

Williamson sacked by Uganda

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 17:07:00 GMT

Uganda have parted company with national team coach Bobby Willamson, with the African nation currently sat bottom of FIFA World Cup™ qualifying Group J.

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™.

Favourites advance to the next stage

Mon, 04 Mar 2013 06:47:00 GMT

Representatives from Ghana, Nigeria, South Africa and Egypt easily won their ties over the weekend to advance to the Round of 32 in Africa's biggest club competition.

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.

Sserunkuma named Kenya's players of the year

Thu, 22 Nov 2012 11:02:00 GMT

Ugandan Dan Sserunkuma of Gor Mahia has been named Kenya's footballer of the year, while his coach Zdravko Logarusic has picked up the manager's award.

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.

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.

Zambia edge through, Nigeria comfortable

Sat, 13 Oct 2012 19:29:00 GMT

Holders Zambia booked their place at the 2013 CAF Africa Cup of Nations after a penalty shoot-out, Nigeria were rather more comfortable and scored six, while Ghana and Mali also progressed.

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.

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.

Zambia take edge over Uganda

Sat, 08 Sep 2012 16:48:00 GMT

Reigning champions Zambia moved a step closer to reaching the CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2013 after securing a 1-0 victory over Uganda in the first leg of their qualifier.

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.

CAN qualifiers take further shape

Fri, 06 Jul 2012 00:36:00 GMT

The final qualifying round for the 2013 CAF Africa Cup of Nations has pitted Côte d'Ivoire against Senegal, while defending champions Zambia launch their qualifying campaign versus Uganda.

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.

Cameroon, Uganda among qualifiers

Sat, 16 Jun 2012 21:09:00 GMT

Qualifying for the 2013 CAF Africa Cup of Nations has taken further shape, with four-time champions Cameroon, Liberia and Uganda among those to book their place in the next round.

Giants drop points on the road

Sun, 10 Jun 2012 00:28:00 GMT

Tunisia made it two wins from two, while South Africa, Nigeria, Senegal and Côte d'Ivoire all had to make do with away draws on Saturday in the African qualifying campaign for Brazil 2014.

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.

New members welcomed onto committees

Fri, 18 May 2012 14:59:00 GMT

FIFA’s decision-making bodies have become more representative than ever, with a recent major restructuring ensuring that all 208 member associations have at least one delegate on a FIFA committee.

Beach Soccer gets in the festival mood

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 08:00:00 GMT

The beach soccer world has started 2012 just as it ended 2011: at a frenetic pace. FIFA.com has the details in its latest round-up of events on planet beach soccer.

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.

Cranes keep altitude through stormy skies

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 14:38:00 GMT

Despite suffering a blow in failing to qualify for the CAF Africa Cup of Nations, Uganda managed to regroup, winning the Cecafa Cup and climbing the World Ranking as a result.

A star returns to school, Russia win again

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 07:49:00 GMT

After the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup 2011, the development of the game has moved at incredible pace and over the last two months Russia claimed yet another crown, while an El Salvador star has hit the books.

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.

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.

Mariga looking forward to Uganda meeting

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 16:12:00 GMT

MacDonald Mariga expects a "fierce contest" when Kenya travel to face Uganda for their all-important 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match on Saturday.

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.

Niger edge closer, Uganda stumble

Sun, 04 Sep 2011 19:35:00 GMT

Niger edged closer to qualifying for next year's CAF Africa Cup of Nations with a win over South Africa, while Uganda lost to Angola and Nigeria beat Madagascar.

Burkinabe through, Egypt crash out

Sat, 03 Sep 2011 21:26:00 GMT

Burkina Faso booked their place at the 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations, while defending champions Egypt crashed out to Sierra Leone.

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.

Draw throws up daunting group

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 15:46:00 GMT

Four teams were left cursing their luck after today's draw for September's All-Africa Games in Mozambique, with four of the tournament's favourites grouped together in the eight-team tournament.

Hot shots hunt decisive All-Africa goals

Wed, 06 Jul 2011 09:01:00 GMT

Some of Africa's young, up-and-coming talent will be out to seal their country's safe passage to the All-Africa Games, with South Africa star Bongani Ndulula and Nigeria's Nosa Igiehor looking to keep up their scoring streak.

Uganda win big in Kenya qualifier

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 18:47:00 GMT

A 5-1 win over local rivals Kenya saw Uganda take a major step towards the All Africa-Games finals, with four second half goals for the visitors seeing them take a commanding advantage into the second leg.

Holders beaten by Congo DR in qualifier

Sun, 26 Jun 2011 19:45:00 GMT

Cameroon lost the first leg of their All-Africa Games against Congo DR 1-0 as they hoped to make it to the tournament proper and retain the competition's football title for a fourth successive time.

Eto'o miss costs Cameroon

Sat, 04 Jun 2011 23:16:00 GMT

Samuel Eto'o missed a late penalty as Cameroon were held to a 0-0 draw by Senegal, who remain in charge in Group E, while there were vital victories for Uganda, Zambia and Sierra Leone.

Obua: This is Uganda's chance

Fri, 13 May 2011 04:48:00 GMT

Scotland-based David Obua says that Uganda are driven about ending a 34-year CAF Africa Cup of Nations drought, with the Cranes on the cusp of achieving just that.

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.

Moroccan clubs maintain charge

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 14:33:00 GMT

Morocco's three-club presence at the CAF Confederation Cup remained intact after the both their sides competing in the first round qualified, but Difaa al-Jadida cut it finer than Moghreb Fes, relying on a last-minute goal.

Algeria join Sudan in quarter-finals

Sat, 12 Feb 2011 21:54:00 GMT

Group A's contribution to the CAF African Nations Championship quarter-finals was decided today as Sudan and Algeria played out a 0-0 drew to see the North Africans qulaify behind their Sudanese hosts.

Hosts Sudan first to reach quarters

Tue, 08 Feb 2011 20:39:00 GMT

Hosts Sudan became the first qualifiers for the CAF African Nations Championship quarter-finals with a 1-0 victory over Uganda, while ten-man Gabon kept hope alive with a draw against Algeria.

Africa's domestic elite eye chance to shine

Wed, 02 Feb 2011 06:30:00 GMT

Africa’s home-based players will be in the spotlight this month as the continent’s exciting batch of domestic national teams fight for the CAF African Nations Championship in Sudan.

Great Dane Poulsen lifts Tanzania

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 13:21:00 GMT

Tanzania's triumph over the Côte D'Ivoire in the CECAFA Challenge Cup final has brought new coach Jan Poulsen almost instant success with the African minnows, and the new man feels they are worthy champions.

Hosts Saudi Arabia held by Uganda

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 20:47:00 GMT

Saudi Arabia were held to a goalless draw by Uganda in an international friendly match played at Dubai's Al Maktoum stadium.