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Corinthians halt European domination

Mon, 17 Dec 2012 09:02:00 GMT

Corinthians 1-0 win over Chelsea in the final of the 2012 FIFA Club World Cup ended a five-year run of success for European clubs in the competition, bringing the world title back to South America for the first time since 2006.

Sato: I can do well at this level

Wed, 12 Dec 2012 23:39:00 GMT

After the 3-2 win over Ulsan Hyundai that secured Sanfrecce Hiroshima fifth place at the FIFA Club World Cup Japan 2012, FIFA.com spoke to local heroes Hisato Sato and Kazuyuki Morisaki.

Sato on song as Sanfrecce finish strong

Wed, 12 Dec 2012 09:24:00 GMT

Hisato Sato scored twice as Sanfrecce Hiroshima claimed fifth place at the 2012 FIFA Club World Cup, beating Korean rivals Ulsan Hyundai 3-2 in Toyota.

Mikic, a Croatian's journey in Japan

Mon, 10 Dec 2012 21:34:00 GMT

Sanfrecce’s Croatian right-back Mihael Mikic spoke to FIFA.com about his love affair with Japanese football, his future ambitions and Wednesday’s match for fifth place against Ulsan.

All-Asia duel for fifth in Toyota

Mon, 10 Dec 2012 02:39:00 GMT

The fifth-place play-off at the 2012 FIFA Club World Cup will pit Ulsan Hyundai, who were beaten by Mexico's Monterrey, against Sanfrecce Hiroshima, who were edged out by Al-Ahly.

Icon Aboutrika to the rescue for Al-Ahly

Sun, 09 Dec 2012 12:24:00 GMT

Al-Ahly booked a place in the semi-finals of the FIFA Club World Cup with a 2-1 win over local side Sanfrecce Hiroshima, aging Egyptian legend Mohamed Aboutrika scoring the winner.

Sanfrecce livewires share special bond

Sat, 08 Dec 2012 07:24:00 GMT

Not only do Sanfrecce Hiroshima's Yojiro Takahagi and Koji Morisaki share creative duties for the J.League champions, the duo also share the connection of both coming from areas devasted by nuclear disasters.

Williams waves goodbye after model performance

Fri, 07 Dec 2012 19:06:00 GMT

Auckland City’s Tamati Williams, a former fashion model, isn’t shy in the spotlight. FIFA.com caught up with him after he stole the show in his one and only game here in Japan.

Big ask for serial hopefuls Al-Ahly

Fri, 07 Dec 2012 04:01:00 GMT

In their fourth shot at FIFA Club World Cup glory, Al-Ahly are aiming high, although the Egyptians face a tough test against Sanfrecce Hiroshima in the quarters.

Hiroshima's Aoyama keen to stay on roll

Fri, 07 Dec 2012 02:11:00 GMT

Sanfrecce Hiroshima's tenacious midfielder Toshihiro Aoyama speaks to FIFA.com after scoring the winner in the opening game of the FIFA Club World Cup Japan 2012.

Hiroshima end hopeful Auckland’s glory hunt

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 12:36:00 GMT

Toshihiro Aoyama scored the only goal as J.League champions Sanfrecce Hiroshima eliminated New Zealand’s Auckland City with a 1-0 win in the opening match of the FIFA Club World Cup Japan 2012.

Which club will reign in Japan?

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 01:51:00 GMT

Chelsea and Corinthians are favourites to claim the Club World Cup, but FIFA.com asks who you think will take the laurels. Perhaps Mexico's Monterrey, or Al Ahly of Egypt, or Asian champs Ulsan Hyundai?

Valcke: GLT is a kind of revolution

Wed, 05 Dec 2012 04:57:00 GMT

Goal-line technology was the main topic discussed at a press conference ahead of the 6 December kick-off of the 2012 FIFA Club World Cup in Japan.

Sanfrecce confident ahead of Auckland clash

Tue, 04 Dec 2012 09:03:00 GMT

After securing their first-ever Japanese league title, Sanfrecce Hiroshima are looking to maintain their run of success at the 2012 FIFA Club World Cup, where their first opponents will be amateur Kiwi outfit Auckland City.

The FIFA Club World Cup in numbers

Tue, 04 Dec 2012 01:18:00 GMT

As the 2012 event in Japan draws ever closer, FIFA.com looks back at some of the world club showpiece’s more interesting figures and stats.

Sato: Sanfrecce's thoroughly prepared

Mon, 03 Dec 2012 06:30:00 GMT

Recently helping his side to their inaugural J.League title, Sanfrecce striker Hisato Sato cannot wait for the FIFA Club World Cup to get underway later this week.

Global power shift in prospect?

Mon, 03 Dec 2012 02:14:00 GMT

Chelsea, Corinthians, Sanfrecce Hiroshima and Ulsan Hyundai will be trying to keep up ground-breaking winning ways when hostilities begin at the global club showpiece in Japan on Thursday.

Pritchett: My dad's been a huge influence

Sun, 02 Dec 2012 01:27:00 GMT

James Pritchett speaks to FIFA.com about the influence his father has had on his career, Auckland City’s previous FIFA Club World Cup experiences and their forthcoming campaign in Japan.

Continents’ finest prepare for Japan

Thu, 29 Nov 2012 11:06:00 GMT

The seven FIFA Club World Cup hopefuls have announced their squads for Japan 2012, and you can view players selected here on FIFA.com.