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Owen completes United swap

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 19:25:00 GMT

Former Liverpool, Real Madrid and Newcastle striker Michael Owen has joined English champions Manchester United on a two-year contract.

United close in on Owen

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 18:47:00 GMT

English champions Manchester United's move to sign striker Michael Owen on a surprise free transfer deal appears to be nearing completion.

Dunga pilots return to pole

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 14:54:00 GMT

Seven wins from seven matches ended Brazil's longest spell away from the pole position they have monopolised since the Ranking's inception.

Jordaan looks ahead to 2010

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 13:27:00 GMT

The celebrations following South Africa's successful hosting of the FIFA Confederations Cup were short-lived, as the focus has now turned to 2010.

Transfer activity intensifies

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 12:10:00 GMT

The last two weeks have produced plenty of big-name comings and goings in the transfer market, as FIFA.com reveals in its latest round-up.

World Leagues preview

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 10:58:00 GMT

FIFA.com looks ahead to the last day in Argentina, Bolivia and Paraguay, and at the crucial games set to take place in Brazil, Chile, Japan and the USA.

An invention for all eternity

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 10:30:00 GMT

FIFA.com investigates the evolution of the ball, which had different names and uses across the world until becoming what it now is to the sport.

Lu sends Beijing clear

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 09:37:00 GMT

Beijing Guoan edged two points clear at the top of the Chinese Super League thanks to Lu Jiang's late-winner against Dalian Shide.

Owen linked with United move

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 09:03:00 GMT

England striker Michael Owen could be moving to Premier League champions Manchester United according to reports in the British press.

When Blatter met Mandela, Somo and Zuma

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 08:58:00 GMT

Joseph S. Blatter held some very special meetings with Nelson Mandela, Jomo Somo and Jacob Zuma in the final week of the FIFA Confederations Cup.

De la Red facing lengthy absence

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 08:43:00 GMT

New Real Madrid signing Raul Albiol will slot into the position vacated by injured star Ruben de la Red who is facing a lengthy absence from the game.

City bid for Terry rejected

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:37:00 GMT

FA Cup winners Chelsea have confirmed they have rejected a bid from Manchester City for their captain and England defender John Terry.

Mowbray biding his time

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:02:00 GMT

New Celtic manager Tony Mowbray says he won't be making any hasty decisions with his squad personnel before deciding to make any changes.

Cruzeiro secure final berth

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 06:32:00 GMT

Brazil's Cruzeiro overcame domestic rivals Gremio 5-3 on aggregate to set up a Copa Libertadores final against Argentina's Estudiantes next week.

Copa Libertadores review

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 05:53:00 GMT

Cruzeiro and Estudiantes will contest the final after impressive away results completed aggregate victories over Gremio and Nacional respectively.

Valencia, 90 years of passion

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 04:18:00 GMT

FIFA.com takes a closer look at one of Spain's most successful clubs, Valencia CF, who are celebrating their 90th anniversary this year.

Jack in the bag for Gunners

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 17:52:00 GMT

Arsenal have tied up promising teenager Jack Wilshere on a new long-term contract as Arsene Wenger's London club continue to look to the future.

USA go for Gold again

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 17:15:00 GMT

Fresh from winning silver at South Africa 2009, Bob Bradley's new-look USA are now aiming for glory at the 2009 CONCACAF showpiece event.

Materazzi thrilled with new deal

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 17:12:00 GMT

Inter Milan defender Marco Materazzi has expressed his delight at being handed a contract extension which will keep him at the San Siro until 2012.

Juve given D'Agostino deadline

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 13:10:00 GMT

Juventus have until 6 July to meet Udinese's asking price for Italy midfielder Gaetano D'Agostino, the Udine side's owner Giampaolo Pozzo has declared.

Villa reject Bramble rumours

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 12:59:00 GMT

Although they are keen to sign a centre-back following Martin Laursen's retirement, Aston Villa have dismissed talk of a move for Titus Bramble.

Albiol cruises through Real medical

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 12:49:00 GMT

Real Madrid's medical chief Carlos Diez has lauded Raul Albiol's condition after the Spain centre-back passed a medical at the Bernabeu.

Stoke deny Martins link

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 12:39:00 GMT

Stoke City are not interested in signing Obafemi Martins according to chairman Peter Coates, who does not envisage James Collins joining the Potters.

Donadoni: I'm counting on Lavezzi

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 11:31:00 GMT

Napoli coach Roberto Donadoni expects Ezequiel Lavezzi to turn up for pre-season training on 10 July and to be at his disposal in the 2009/10 season.

Gala swoop for Keita

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 11:09:00 GMT

Kader Keita will link up with his former Lyon strike partner Milan Baros next season, after ending his stay at the Stade Gerland and joining Galatasaray.

Laporta talks Villa and Eto'o

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 10:57:00 GMT

Joan Laporta has said Barcelona would like to sign David Villa but only at the right price, and told of his disappointment at the Samuel Eto'o saga.

Ze Roberto: Hamburg is perfect

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 10:29:00 GMT

Ze Roberto has revealed he turned down moves to the English top flight to join Hamburg, who he will represent as a scout after hanging up his boots.

Corinthians clinch cup crown

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 10:16:00 GMT

A 2-2 draw sealed Corinthians a 4-2 aggregate win over Internacional in the Copa do Brasil final, and qualified them for the Copa Libertadores 2010.

Inter snap up Thiago Motta

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 09:54:00 GMT

Thiago Motta has joined Inter Milan from Genoa, with Francesco Bolzoni, Leonardo Bonucci and Riccardo Meggiorini heading in the opposite direction.

Asia's bygone heroes

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 09:27:00 GMT

With Asia the first continent to complete automatic qualifying for South Africa 2010, FIFA.com takes a look back at some stars of past campaigns.

Souza: Nothing is impossible

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 09:19:00 GMT

Souza lifted the Libertadores trophy in 2005. Eager to do it again, he must first help Gremio recover a two-goal deficit in their semi-final with Cruzeiro.

NMMU: launch of the third edition of the FIFA/CIES Programme

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 08:59:00 GMT

NMMU in Port Elizabeth (South Africa) has officially launched the 3rd edition of the FIFA/CIES Programme of sport management.

Hughes has high hopes for City

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 07:41:00 GMT

Manchester City Mark Hughes feels the club is starting to head towards a position in keeping with the level of expectation for the Blues.

Estudiantes reach Copa final

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 07:08:00 GMT

Argentina's Estudiantes reached the Copa Libertadores final via an aggregate win over Uruguay's Nacional with Mauro Boselli the hero.

Inamoto's hunger for a third World Cup

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 04:31:00 GMT

Japan midfielder Junichi Inamoto has signed for French Ligue 1 side Rennes hoping the move will help his cause for a third FIFA World Cup finals appearance.

Lillestrom relegation worries eased

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 01:13:00 GMT

Lillestrom have moved four points clear of automatic relagation with a hard-fought 3-2 home win against fifth-placed IK Start.

Surman parts with Southampton

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 23:29:00 GMT

Cash-strapped Southampton sold England Under-21 international Andrew Surman, one of the club's brightest talents, to Wolverhampton Wanderers.

Veh: Title repeat 'Utopian'

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 22:56:00 GMT

Wolfsburg coach Armin Veh plays down his side's chances of retaining their crown and admits he does not expect to emulate his predecessor Felix Magath.

Gannon lands Jennings

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 22:22:00 GMT

Motherwell manager Jim Gannon has made his first signing in securing the services of 24-year-old Tranmere midfielder Steve Jennings.

Yabu shifts Kawasaki into second

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 21:51:00 GMT

Midfielder Yuji Yabu lifted his side into second place when he scored the only goal in Kawasaki Frontale's hard-fought 1-0 victory over Gamba Osaka.

Next week on FIFA.com

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 21:38:00 GMT

Keen on finding out what next week's main stories, features and interviews are? Next week on FIFA.com offers fans a sneak preview of the week to come.

Van Gaal on trophy trail

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 21:32:00 GMT

Louis van Gaal was unveiled as Bayern Munich's new coach and quickly set his sights on restoring the club's supremacy after last term's disappointments.

Ferguson: Best wishes for Ronaldo

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:56:00 GMT

With Cristiano Ronaldo soon to be unveiled at Real Madrid, Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson wishes the Portuguese talent all the best.

Hibs challenge excites Galbraith

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:15:00 GMT

On the heels of the capture of midfielder Patrick Cregg from Falkirk, Hibernian manager John Hughes has made his second signing in Danny Galbraith.

Rodwell hails mentor Moyes

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00:00 GMT

18-year-old Jack Rodwell looks forward to next season and feels Everton manager David Moyes can guide him through the next stage of his career.

Materazzi handed Inter extension

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 19:14:00 GMT

Italy international Marco Materazzi has signed a new contract with Inter Milan, keeping him with the Serie A champions for another three seasons.

Advocaat confirmed as Belgium coach

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 18:51:00 GMT

Dick Advocaat has been confirmed as the new coach of Belgium and will begin at the end of the year when his contract with Zenit St. Petersburg expires.

Lasley: Here's your chance lads

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 18:31:00 GMT

Motherwell midfielder Keith Lasley has urged the club's young players to seize their chance amid the significant recent exodus from Fir Park.

Four depart Manchester City

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 18:08:00 GMT

Manchester City have confirmed that four senior players - Danny Mills, Darius Vassell, Dietmar Hamann and Michael Ball - are leaving the club.

New Gunners deal for Ramsey

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 17:49:00 GMT

After making 22 first team appearances for Arsenal, 18-year-old midfielder Aaron Ramsey has agreed a new long-term contract with the Gunners.

Real confirm Benzema en route

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 17:28:00 GMT

Lyon confirm they have agreed to sell Karim Benzema to Real Madrid, after the Spanish giants agreed to increase their offer to 35 million euros.