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Johnson downs Dallas, Timbers extend run

Sun, 19 May 2013 09:09:00 GMT

Eddie Johnson scored twice as the Seattle Sounders posted their third straight Major League Soccer victory with a 4-2 win against FC Dallas, while Portland Timbers extended their unbeaten run to ten games.

Happy Birthday to you!

Sun, 19 May 2013 08:30:00 GMT

In our regular Sunday feature, FIFA.com presents you with some of the biggest names in football who will be celebrating their birthdays over the coming week.

The Week in Quotes

Sat, 18 May 2013 10:08:00 GMT

Featuring Ludovic Giuly on making a fashion mistake at Barcelona, Marco Schallibaum on the amazing toughness of Jeb Brovsky and Gabriel Batistuta on what playing alongside Lionel Messi would have forced him to do.

How did you rate Beckham?

Fri, 17 May 2013 15:05:00 GMT

FIFA.com wants to know how good you thought David Beckham was and what are your best memories of his playing career.

Beckham: I always wanted to go out on top

Thu, 16 May 2013 21:29:00 GMT

David Beckham has explained his decision to retire, admitted criticism over his lifestyle upset him and expressed his pride at what he achieved in his career.

Beckham, the magnificent seven

Thu, 16 May 2013 18:36:00 GMT

Wonder goals, a wonderful gesture and admirable achievements feature as FIFA.com picks out seven memorable moments from David Beckham’s career.

Galaxy late show breaks Union

Thu, 16 May 2013 06:05:00 GMT

Los Angeles Galaxy secured a 4-1 victory at Philadelphia Union to move third in the Western Conference standings.

Wolfsburg crowned, Swedish struggle continues

Tue, 14 May 2013 08:37:00 GMT

Wolfsburg celebrated a maiden Bundesliga triumph and FC Zurich retained the Swiss crown, while Malmo and Tyreso continued their personal duel in Sweden. FIFA.com reviews the latest from the club scene.

Collin ends Dynamo streak

Mon, 13 May 2013 04:57:00 GMT

Sporting Kansas City moved second in the Eastern Conference after a 1-0 win at Houston Dynamo which ended their rivals' 36-match unbeaten home record.

USA back with a bang as Salvadorans stride

Mon, 13 May 2013 03:35:00 GMT

USA will return to the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup after a lengthy absence, edging fellow qualifiers El Salvador in the Bahamas in a qualifying tournament where top-ranked Mexico fell flat.

Dallas go seven clear, Real beaten

Sun, 12 May 2013 11:06:00 GMT

FC Dallas moved seven points clear in the Western Conference after a 2-1 win over DC United, coupled with Real Salt Lake's 3-2 defeat to Montreal Impact.

Happy Birthday to you!

Sun, 12 May 2013 09:26:00 GMT

We look ahead to another week of birthday's around the footballing globe, with the likes of Brazilian legend Rai, Venezuelan star Juan Arango and French goal-scoring queen Eugenie Le Sommer all set to celebrate.

USA, El Salvador book passage to Tahiti

Sun, 12 May 2013 03:36:00 GMT

USA and El Salvador will represent CONCACAF at the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup after qualifying for Tahiti in dramatic fashion at the expense of Costa Rica and Mexico.

Ben Haim heads to Toronto

Thu, 09 May 2013 17:31:00 GMT

Major League Soccer side Toronto announced Thrusday Queens Park Rangers defender Tal Ben Haim will join the Reds on loan until the end of June.

Houston, New York take sole control

Thu, 09 May 2013 06:31:00 GMT

Houston Dynamo and New York Red Bulls have a hold of top spot in the MLS Eastern Conference after contrasting wins over DC United and Montreal Impact respectively.

Brockie set for Toronto spell

Wed, 08 May 2013 03:55:00 GMT

New Zealand and Wellington Phoenix striker Jeremy Brockie has agreed to a three-month loan deal at MLS club Toronto FC, the side coached by former All Whites team-mate Ryan Nelsen.

Mexico, Salvadorans comb the beach for gold

Tue, 07 May 2013 05:26:00 GMT

Qualifiers in the CONCACAF zone commence this week in Nassau, Bahamas, where Mexico are eager to defend their regional crown and El Salvador aim to keep up their relentless ascent and book passage to Tahiti 2013.

League queens crowned, big guns fire

Tue, 07 May 2013 03:21:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews a massive week in the women's game highlighted by huge interest as Barcelona edged Athletic Bilbao in a stunning Spanish season finale, champions crowned in Italy, plus the latest from Germany and USA.

FIFA Executive Committee member Chuck Blazer provisionally banned

Mon, 06 May 2013 17:46:00 GMT

FIFA Executive Committee member Chuck Blazer has been provisionally suspended from taking part in any kind of football-related activity at national and international level for a maximum period of 90 days.

Galaxy undone by Dynamo

Mon, 06 May 2013 07:10:00 GMT

Andrew Driver scored the only goal as Houston Dynamo recorded an impressive 1-0 win at LA Galaxy, while Sporting Kansas City beat 10-man Chivas USA 4-0.

Red Bulls move level after Montreal draw late

Sun, 05 May 2013 08:45:00 GMT

Tim Cahill's winner at Columbus Crew helped see New York Red Bulls move joint top of the Eastern Conference, after Montreal Impact conceded a late goal to draw with San Jose Earthquakes.

Happy Birthday to you!

Sun, 05 May 2013 06:59:00 GMT

We look ahead to the week of birthdays in the world of football, with the likes of Brazilian defensive duo Dani Alves and Lucio, and USA women's pair Sydney Leroux and Carla Overbeck.

Injury-hit Timbers sign Norway defender Kah

Fri, 03 May 2013 22:28:00 GMT

Portland Timbers announced Friday they have signed Norway defender Pa Modou Kah, who will help out their injury-laden backline following injuries to David Horst and Mikael Silvestre.

Stalemate for Portland, New England

Fri, 03 May 2013 06:49:00 GMT

Portland Timbers remain third in the MLS Western Conference despite being held to a goalless draw by New England Revolution.

Sermanni: Squad regeneration is important

Thu, 02 May 2013 12:22:00 GMT

New USA boss Tom Sermanni talks with FIFA.com about the difference between coaching Australia and Olympic champions USA, the need for change in a football team, and the winning start to his tenure at the Algarve Cup.

Women’s round-up: April 2013

Wed, 01 May 2013 07:47:00 GMT

FIFA.com runs the rule over an action-packed month of women's football, which witnessed the qualifying campaign for the FIFA Women's World Cup 2015™ gather pace and the dawn of a new era in the USA.

Camara making big impact in Montreal

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 10:00:00 GMT

Hassoun Camara has been enjoying his move across the Atlantic to Montreal Impact, where FIFA.com recently spoke to the Frenchman to discuss his move to MLS and the benefits of the Italian influence in the Impact dressing room.

Exciting finales and early frontrunners

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 06:59:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews the latest women’s club action amid some tough early season jousting in USA and Japan, while Wolfsburg are on the verge of ending a long hegemony and Spain is set for a remarkable climax to the title race.

Houston extend unbeaten home run

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 06:36:00 GMT

Houston Dynamo needed a second-half equaliser to earn a 1-1 draw against Colorado Rapids and extend their record unbeaten home run to 36 matches.

Impact go top, Cahill at the double

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 08:06:00 GMT

There were mixed fortunes for Major League Soccer's Canadian clubs, with Montreal Impact going top of the Eastern Conference with a 2-0 win over Chicago Fire, and Toronto FC going down to a Tim Cahill-inspired New York Red Bulls.

Former hero Ramos stokes bright US future

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 17:49:00 GMT

FIFA.com talks to American hero Tab Ramos about his status as a bona fide soccer pioneer and his hopes of cultivating a new generation of stars as coach of the U-20 national team.

Familiar Mexico foes meet again

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 01:49:00 GMT

Two-time defending champions Monterrey and Santos Laguna meet in a replay of last year's CONCACAF Champions League final this week, with a place in the 2013 FIFA Club World Cup in Morocco on the line.

Wolfsburg and Lyon to battle for European crown

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 09:47:00 GMT

FIFA.com rounds up the latest from the women’s club game, where VfL Wolfsburg will meet defending titleholders Olympique Lyon in the UEFA Champions League final, with the action also hotting up in the German and Swedish leagues.

Solo: We learned how to manage the game

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 10:02:00 GMT

FIFA.com caught up with USA goalkeeper Hope Solo about her own development, USA's rise to become Olympic champions and the role of Pia Sundhage in the team's success.

Union sink United, Jahn saves Quakes

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 06:43:00 GMT

Jack McInerney's double propelled Philadelphia Union past hosts D.C. United 3-2 on Sunday, while Adam Jahn's 92nd minute strike saved a point for San Jose Earthquakes as they finished level 1-1 with Portland Timbers.

Dallas consolidate top spot

Sun, 21 Apr 2013 10:32:00 GMT

FC Dallas maintained their eight-point lead at the top of the MLS Western Conference with a 2-0 defeat of the Vancouver Whitecaps on Saturday.

Mexico juniors continue to dominate

Sat, 20 Apr 2013 08:44:00 GMT

Defending world champions Mexico sparkled in winning the CONCACAF U-17 qualifying tournament to book their place at UAE 2013, where they will be joined by Panama, Honduras and Canada.

Collin lifts Kansas to the summit

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 04:29:00 GMT

Aurelien Collin's first-half goal gave Sporting Kansas City a 1-0 victory over New York Red Bulls which takes them back to the top of the MLS Eastern Conference.

Blatter laments Boston tragedy

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 14:50:00 GMT

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter has expressed his deepest sympathy over the Boston Marathon bombings in a joint letter to the Executive Director of the Boston Athletic Commission and the Mayor of Boston.

Wolfsburg take lead, NWSL kicks off

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 08:58:00 GMT

The National Women's Soccer League roared into action in the USA, while Wolfsburg and Lyon closed in on the UEFA Women's Champions League final in Europe. FIFA.com has the latest from the women's game at club level.

Portland win, Di Vaio lifts Montreal

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 07:34:00 GMT

A lone second-half goal earned Portland Timbers a 1-0 win over San Jose Earthquakes to lift them third in the Western Conference, while Eastern leaders Montreal Impact were held to a 1-1 draw by Columbus Crew.

Mexico, Honduras stamp ticket to UAE 2013

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 04:38:00 GMT

Reigning world champions Mexico and Honduras will complete the quartet of CONCACAF sides at UAE 2013 after defeating Guatemala and USA respectively.

Happy Birthday to you!

Sun, 14 Apr 2013 09:51:00 GMT

In this week's birthday feature, we take a look at Nigerian full-back Taye Taiwo, young Barça star Martin Montoya, American midfielder Maurice Edu and Canucks midfielder Jodi-Ann Robinson.

Dallas stretch lead, Red Bulls win

Sun, 14 Apr 2013 09:23:00 GMT

FC Dallas extended their lead in Major League Soccer's Western Conference with a 1-0 win over ten-man Los Angeles Galaxy, while New York Red Bulls claimed a 2-0 win in the Eastern Conference.

Déjà vu for finalists Monterrey and Santos

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 07:46:00 GMT

The CONCACAF Champions League final series will once again be an all-Mexican affair between Santos Laguna and Monterrey, a re-match of last year's decider.

USA league aiming for third time lucky

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 04:07:00 GMT

After two unsuccessful attempts to maintain a professional women’s football league in the USA, hopes are high that the new National Women’s Soccer League, which commences on Saturday, can flourish where its predecessors failed.

De Nigris: Monterrey want that hat-trick

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 14:56:00 GMT

Aldo De Nigris speaks to FIFA.com about the lessons Monterrey have learned from their back-to-back appearances at the FIFA Club World Cup, their upcoming showdown with Los Angeles Galaxy and desire to return to the global stage.

Elite duo shine, Euro contenders joust

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 06:57:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews a big week of women’s international action as USA and Germany again displayed their quality, Canada continued FIFA Women’s World Cup™ preparations while UEFA Women’s EURO aspirants also kept busy.

DeLaGarza insists Galaxy lessons learned

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 03:50:00 GMT

FIFA.com talks to Los Angeles Galaxy defender A.J. DeLaGarza about why he thinks the MLS champions can overturn their deficit in Monterrey on Wednesday and reach the final of the CONCACAF Champions League.

Gomez: I’m doing better than ever

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 10:05:00 GMT

Santos Laguna's USA forward Herculez Gomez spoke to FIFA.com ahead of the CONCACAF Champions League semi-final second leg against former club Seattle Sounders on his former side and personal progression.