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Swiss take their place in history
Monday 16 November 2009
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Awards galore in Abuja
Sunday 15 November 2009
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Swiss joy triggers Eaglet tears
Sunday 15 November 2009
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Spanish snatch podium place
Sunday 15 November 2009
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Podium berth up for grabs
Friday 13 November 2009
After defeats in their respective Nigeria 2009 semi-finals, Colombia and Spain must raise themselves ahead of their match for third place in Abuja.
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Young marksmen eye prize
Friday 13 November 2009
The race for the adidas Golden Shoe is still wide open with one day of matches to go. FIFA.com runs the rule over this tight striking race.
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High hopes for Spain's Isco
Friday 13 November 2009
In an exclusive interview with FIFA.com, Spanish winger Isco talks about his team's performance in Nigeria and his ambitions for the future.
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Colombia down but not out
Friday 13 November 2009
Despite a heavy defeat to Switzerland, Colombia are still aiming to make history by beating Spain to earn their first U-17 top-three finish.
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Hosts await steely newcomers
Thursday 12 November 2009
Switzerland belied their status as new boys to reach the final of the FIFA U-17 World Cup, where they will meet the formidable Nigerian hosts.
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Stylish Nigeria stroll past Spain
Thursday 12 November 2009
Nigeria took a step closer to their fourth U-17 world title with a stunning 3-1 win over Spain in Lagos to book a final date with the Swiss.
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All-action Ajagun in the mood
Wednesday 11 November 2009
Abdul Ajagun has been a livewire for the hosts in Nigeria and is keen to keep up the form all the way through to the final, as FIFA.com found out.
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An old Eagle takes stock
Wednesday 11 November 2009
FIFA.com enjoyed a chat with iconic 89-year-old Ekeng Henshaw, Nigeria's first captain, as Calabar staged its last encounter at this year's U-17 final...
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Muniain seeks fame with Spain
Tuesday 10 November 2009
Iker Muniain recently became the all-time youngest scorer in Spain's La Liga and FIFA.com spoke with the up-and-coming striker on Nigerian soil.
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Favourites brace for Lagos endgame
Tuesday 10 November 2009
Spain and Nigeria meet in the semi-final on Thursday with the men in red keen to avenge their shootout defeat in the Korea 2007 grand final.
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Invincible duo march on
Monday 9 November 2009
Spain and Nigeria set up a tantalising last-four clash after winning their quarter-finals and extending their unbeaten runs in the competition.
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Spain sneak into semis
Monday 9 November 2009
After ten man Uruguay battled back from a 3-1 deficit, Spain needed a penalty shoot-out to finally book their place in Nigeria 2009's semi-finals.
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An Atletico reunion in Kaduna
Saturday 7 November 2009
Friendship will be tested when Uruguay's Sebastian Gallegos and Spain pair Borja and Koke, best of pals with Atletico Madrid's reserves, lock horns....
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Uruguay out to stop Spanish charge
Saturday 7 November 2009
Spain, runners-up at the FIFA U-17 World Cup Korea 2007, face a stern quarter-final challenge in their bid to go one better at Nigeria 2009.
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Kano, a football hotbed
Friday 6 November 2009
The populous capital of northern Nigeria has bid a fond farewell to the FIFA U-17 World Cup after two weeks of fun and high emotion.
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And then there were eight
Thursday 5 November 2009
Spain, Nigeria, Korea Republic and Uruguay made the last eight as a dramatic day ended in misery for Burkina Faso, New Zealand, Mexico and Iran.
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Spain stroll into quarters
Thursday 5 November 2009
A hat-trick from Sergi Roberto and a penalty from Adria Carmona sent Spain into the last eight of Nigeria 2009 after they defeated Burkina Faso 4-1....
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Tight test for Kano farewell
Wednesday 4 November 2009
The tournament’s last match in Kano sees Spain take on Burkina Faso, with two powerful attacking sides fighting for a place in the last eight.
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Spain's professor of football
Wednesday 4 November 2009
Spain U-17 coach Gines Melendez has nurtured some of the country's brightest stars in recent years and he is busy working his magic again.
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Smiles all round in Group E
Monday 2 November 2009
Spain, USA and UAE all achieved their objectives in reaching the last 16, while Malawi battled hard on their maiden FIFA finals appearance.
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Elite 16 finalised amid drama
Sunday 1 November 2009
A dramatic final day of group matches saw four more teams qualify, while there were shock eliminations for the Dutch and Brazil.
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Spanish class wins the day
Sunday 1 November 2009
Spain beat Malawi 4-1 in Kano to keep up their 100 per cent record here at Nigeria 2009 and stroll stylishly into the knockout rounds.
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Spanish spirits soaring
Saturday 31 October 2009
Spain's youngsters are looking like favourites for the U-17 title after outstanding performances in their first two Group E match-ups in Kano....
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Malawi making their way
Saturday 31 October 2009
FIFA.com spoke to Malawi coach John Kaputa about his young side's experience at their first FIFA tournament and what the future holds.
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Contrasting aspirations
Saturday 31 October 2009
With qualification already wrapped up, Spain are aiming to make it three wins from three as they take on Malawi in their final Group E match in Ka...
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Euro trio seal safe passage
Thursday 29 October 2009
Three European contenders booked passage to the Round of 16. Turkey needed two days, Italy two inspired halves and Spain, two wonder goals.
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Spain stamp knockout ticket
Thursday 29 October 2009
A pair of first-half goals and one late in the second period were enough to see Spain past a lively UAE side and book passage to the round of 16.
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UAE pair chasing a dream
Wednesday 28 October 2009
FIFA.com spoke to UAE's two scoring heroes from the match against Malawi and gauged their views on the Emiratis' chances here at Nigeria 2009.
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USA building for the future
Wednesday 28 October 2009
Wilmer Cabrera, USA's head coach and former Colombia international, explains the secrets behind his adoptive country's youth programme.
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Great expectations for duo
Wednesday 28 October 2009
United Arab Emirates and Spain are set to go head-to-head in Kano with Group E top spot and a place in the next round up for grabs.
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European giants fire a warning
Monday 26 October 2009
Spain and Italy both sent a message to the rest of the competition in Nigeria with gritty wins, displaying the hallmarks of potential champions.
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Depleted Spain overcome USA
Monday 26 October 2009
European heavyweights Spain displayed their pedigree in Kano to defeat USA 2-1 despite playing virtually the entire match a man down.
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Veterans square off in Kano
Sunday 25 October 2009
Hopes will be high on both sides Monday as tournament stalwarts Spain and USA square off in Group E's most eagerly-awaited encounter.
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Expats, beanpoles and b-day boys
Saturday 24 October 2009
Which club has the most players on show at Nigeria 2009? Who is the youngest, and who is the tallest? FIFA.com answers these questions and more....
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Future stars ready to shine
Friday 23 October 2009
The stars of tomorrow will look to shine brightly as the world's best youngsters compete at the FIFA U-17 World Cup in Nigeria over the coming weeks...
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South Americans are hot favourites
Friday 23 October 2009
With Brazil and Argentina leading the way, a South American nation is tipped to collect the crown at Nigeria 2009 according to FIFA.com users.
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Group E: Old hands and new boys
Thursday 22 October 2009
Spain and USA are the main contenders for the top two spots in the FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009's Group E, based in the northern city of Kano....
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Spain with something to prove
Monday 19 October 2009
Runners-up two years ago in Korea, Spain are in optimistic mood ahead of Nigeria 2009 despite failing to impress in European qualification.
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Discover the stars of tomorrow
Friday 16 October 2009
Luis Figo, Ronaldinho and Xavi have all used the event as a platform to superstardom. You can now see which players will be on show at Nigeria 2009.
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Emirates up for Nigeria test
Tuesday 22 September 2009
The UAE are aspiring to do better at the forthcoming FIFA U17 World Cup in Nigeria than they did in Italy 1991 when they failed to register a single w...
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Fireworks in the offing
Saturday 8 August 2009
The nations involved in the FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009 learned their destiny as the draw yielded mouth-watering group-stage encounters.
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Nigeria face Germany in opener
Friday 7 August 2009
Nigeria, the reigning FIFA U-17 world champions and hosts will meet Germany in the opening match of the 2009 edition of the FIFA U-17 World Cup.
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Draw looms for 24
Friday 7 August 2009
The 24 qualifiers are set to discover their group-stage rivals. FIFA.com previews the draw in Abuja, where a host of Nigerian legends will be on hand....
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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
Medalists make waves
Thursday 18 October 2007
Just under six weeks on from the final day of the FIFA U-17 World Cup, the adidas Golden, Silver and Bronze Ball winners are flourishing.
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