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Gustavo: Training well goes a long way

Tue, 14 May 2013 19:43:00 GMT

Luis Gustavo has had few opportunities to break into Luiz Felipe Scolari's Brazil squad this year, but the defensive midfielder sat down with FIFA.com to discuss how he made the most of them to earn a place in Scolari's side.

Scolari leaves Ronaldinho, Kaka off Confeds squad

Tue, 14 May 2013 17:43:00 GMT

Ronaldinho and Kaka have been left off of Brazil's squad for the FIFA Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 by coach Luiz Felipe Scolari in favour of A Seleção's promising younger talent, including Bernard and Neymar.

A home away from home

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 09:49:00 GMT

United by a love of football which has seen Zico and Kazu Miura trade countries, Brazil and Japan have a over a century of history between them. Fittingly, they contest the opening match of Brazil 2013.

LOC stages operational tests at the Mineirao

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 08:35:00 GMT

The Brazil 2014 Local Organising Committee held tests in 14 operational areas at Wednesday’s friendly between Brazil and Chile at the Mineirao.

Ronaldo: Spain are the big favourites

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 14:09:00 GMT

Brazilian legend Ronaldo has praised the quality of Spain's style and players and named them the team to beat in both 2013 and 2014, while also describing what makes Vicente del Bosque a great coach.

Italy comeback earns draw with Brazil

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 22:09:00 GMT

Second-half goals from Daniele De Rossi and Mario Balotelli ensured Italy claimed a share of the spoils against an impressive Brazil in a friendly in Geneva.

Italy prepare for Brazil meeting

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 03:33:00 GMT

Italy will face Brazil in a glamour international on Friday in Geneva with both sides seeking to make the most of the contest as they continue preparations for June's FIFA Confederations Cup.

Festival of Champions just 100 days away

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 17:09:00 GMT

Encouraging ticket sales, smoke-free stadiums and decentralised operations were all on the agenda at the latest LOC meeting on Brazil 2013.

Technical issues solved: FIFA Confederations Cup ticket sales in full swing

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 14:57:00 GMT

The technical problems which occurred today at the start of the second ticket sales phase for the FIFA Confederations Cup have now been solved by service provider MATCH Event Services. MATCH Services apologises for the challenges faced and the inconveniences caused for the fans and will continue to monitor the system.

Over 86 per cent of assigned tickets in public hands after first sales phase

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 15:55:00 GMT

More than 86 per cent of the 426,343 assigned tickets for the FIFA Confederations Cup have been directly distributed to the general public following the ballot triggered by the first public sales phase.

Bebeto: I'll have to play at this stadium!

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 18:22:00 GMT

A delegation from FIFA and the LOC, including FIFA Secretary General Jérôme Valcke and Brazil legends Bebeto and Ronaldo, was left mightily impressed by Salvador and its Fonte Nova stadium on the first Host City Tour of 2013.

Ticket applications during first sales reach 399,525

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 15:51:00 GMT

The first public ticket sales phase for the FIFA Confederations Cup came to a close today (Tuesday, 15 January 2013) with the fantastic number of 399,525 ticket requests received from 78 different countries.

Successful start to public ticket sales phase: 186,032 requests within 24 hours

Tue, 04 Dec 2012 14:33:00 GMT

During the first 24 hours of the first public sales phase for Brazil 2013, more than 186,032 ticket requests were received - yet another record in the history of FIFA Confederations Cup ticketing.

Coaches react to Brazil 2013 draw

Sat, 01 Dec 2012 16:11:00 GMT

After attending Saturday’s draw for the FIFA Confederations Cup Brazil 2013, the coaches of the seven teams that have already qualified for the competition voiced their reactions.

Brazil drawn with Italy, Spain to meet Uruguay

Sat, 01 Dec 2012 14:04:00 GMT

Brazil, Japan, Mexico and Italy will make up Group A at next year's FIFA Confederations Cup, while Spain, Uruguay, Tahiti and the African representatives will comprise Group B.

Scolari returns as Brazil coach

Thu, 29 Nov 2012 13:39:00 GMT

Luiz Felipe Scolari has been confirmed as Brazil coach and will be assisted by Carlos Alberto Parreira, comes into the set-up as technical co-ordinator.

Sao Paulo gears up for the FIFA Confederations Cup draw

Sun, 25 Nov 2012 18:06:00 GMT

Sao Paulo is preparing to welcome over 800 guests and 600 media representatives for the draw for the FIFA Confederations Cup.

Brazil 2013 tickets go on sale

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 13:07:00 GMT

The first tickets for the FIFA Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 will go on sale later this month for next June's tournament, which features four FIFA World Cup winners.

Reaction to Wednesday’s announcements in Brazil

Wed, 30 May 2012 22:54:00 GMT

FIFA.com reveals what FIFA, LOC and Brazilian government representatives had to say following the announcement of the match schedule for the FIFA Confederations Cup Brazil 2013.

FIFA Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 match schedule presented in Rio de Janeiro

Wed, 30 May 2012 15:37:00 GMT

All five host cities other than the capital Brasilia – which will host the prestigious opening match – will stage three of the 16 games of the FIFA Confederations Cup Brazil 2013.