Media Releases

No positive doping tests at FIFA Confederations Cup
Tuesday 7 July 2009
The analysis of all doping controls carried out at the FIFA Confederations Cup South Africa 2009 proved negative. A total of 131 urine and blood tests were conducted as part of the testing programme.
Eighth FIFA Anti-Discrimination Days on 24 and 25 June 2009
Monday 22 June 2009
The FIFA Confederations Cup will provide the platform to deliver a clear statement to the world about football's united stance against racism.
FIFA’s Technical Study Group – out and about for the game
Saturday 13 June 2009
For the FIFA Confederations Cup South Africa 2009, FIFA's Technical Study Group will be made up of six internationally renowned football experts.
President Zuma receives FIFA Confederations Cup trophy in Parliament
Tuesday 9 June 2009
For the first time in the history of the FIFA Confederations Cup, the trophy was received in the Parliament of a hosting country today.
Two referees replaced due to injury
Friday 5 June 2009
Two of the ten referees selected to officiate at the FIFA Confederations Cup South Africa 2009 have been requested to return home from the event before it has kicked off.
Brazil 2014 host cities confirmed
Sunday 31 May 2009
Meeting in Nassau (Bahamas), the FIFA Executive Committee, chaired by Joseph S. Blatter, confirmed the 12 Host Cities for the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil.

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