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Brazilian football’s Italian connection

Fri, 10 May 2013 12:53:00 GMT

FIFA.com takes a look at the history behind Italy's influence and connection on Brazilian football with historian and journalist Fernando Galuppo.

Buffon: A big save is as important as a goal

Mon, 06 May 2013 08:38:00 GMT

FIFA.com chats with legendary Italy goalkeeper Gigi Buffon who reflects on a magnificent career ahead of next month's FIFA Confederations Cup and discusses the importance of captaincy, goalkeeping and much more.

Ronaldo and Fuleco star in Turin

Sun, 21 Apr 2013 14:15:00 GMT

Brazilian footballing legend Ronaldo joined the Official Mascot for the 2014 FIFA World Cup, Fuleco in Turin, Italy in order to promote the FIFA Confederations Cup in the country of one of the qualified teams.

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.

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.

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.