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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
Awards galore in Abuja
Sunday 15 November 2009
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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
No silver lining for Nigeria
Sunday 15 November 2009
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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
Swiss joy triggers Eaglet tears
Sunday 15 November 2009
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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
Steely Swiss claim first crown
Sunday 15 November 2009
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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
Two coaches, five questions
Saturday 14 November 2009
FIFA.com sat down for an exclusive dual interview with Swiss coach Dany Ryser and Nigeria's John Obuh on the eve of Sunday's U-17 final in Abuja.
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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
Seferovic: We want the trophy!
Friday 13 November 2009
Swiss striking sensation Haris Seferovic spoke to FIFA.com ahead of Sunday's big final against defending U-17 champions and hosts Nigeria.
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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
Nigeria's little big man
Friday 13 November 2009
Tiny Dami Paul had himself a brilliant outing in the semi win over Spain, and the spring-heeled keeper hopes to keep up the form on Sunday.
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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
Finalists vying for history
Friday 13 November 2009
Whoever prevails when Switzerland face Nigeria in Sunday's grand final, the winners are destined for a proud place in the history books.
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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
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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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
Who will take the U-17 crown?
Friday 13 November 2009
The grand final of Nigeria 2009 is nearly upon us. Can Switzerland halt the charge of the host nation and defending champions? Have your say!
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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
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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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
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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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
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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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
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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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
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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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
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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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
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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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
One step closer for Golden hosts
Monday 9 November 2009
Nigeria took one step closer to defending their U-17 crown with a 3-1 win over Korea Republic in Calabar, setting up a date in the semis with Spain....
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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
Okoro: Best is yet to come
Sunday 8 November 2009
FIFA.com was on hand for the Nigerian Golden Eaglets' training session in Calabar, where local fans came out in their numbers to offer support.
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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
Kim carrying Korean hopes
Sunday 8 November 2009
Korea Republic skipper Jin Su Kim has covered every blade of grass in his team's matches so far and hopes to do likewise until the grand final.
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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
Eaglets expect in Korea test
Saturday 7 November 2009
Nigeria will be firm favourites in their quarter-final clash against the talented Koreas in Calabar, but they are unlikely to have things all their ow...
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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
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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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
Five-star Eaglets take wing
Thursday 5 November 2009
Hosts and holders Nigeria demolished New Zealand 5-0 in Abuja to move on to the last eight, where they will meet the lively Korea Republic.
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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
Sani, from bench to bona fide
Wednesday 4 November 2009
Having been set for a supporting role ahead of Nigeria 2009, the Super Eaglets' Sani Emmanuel has ridden his luck and seized his chance.
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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
Hosts hoping to pull rank
Tuesday 3 November 2009
Making their first appearance in the knockout phase of a FIFA tournament, New Zealand have nothing to lose against hosts and holders Nigeria.
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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
Nigeria returns Korean favour
Tuesday 3 November 2009
With their own Nigerian fan club offering support, Korea Republic's dynamic youngsters have been getting a raucous welcome whenever they play.
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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
Big three through in Group A
Sunday 1 November 2009
All eyes were on Group A as the Abuja-based section not only featured host nation Nigeria, but also heavyweights Argentina and Germany.
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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
Nigeria joy as Swiss march on
Friday 30 October 2009
As two groups closed at Nigeria 2009, the hosts were celebrating a first-place finish while the Swiss, Mexico and Germany all booked passage.
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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
Eaglets soar to book passage
Friday 30 October 2009
Needing only a draw to move on to the knockout stages, hosts and holders Nigeria did one better, beating Argentina to finish top of Group A.
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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
A journey to remember
Thursday 29 October 2009
Ahead of Friday's Nigeria 2009 Group A meeting, Argentina and the hosts travelled together from Abuja to Bauchi. FIFA.com went along for the ride.
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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
Top spot up for grabs
Wednesday 28 October 2009
Argentina are through and Nigeria need just a point to join them, but there is little chance the two sides will be looking for a draw in Bauchi....
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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
Argentines and Swiss stamp tickets
Tuesday 27 October 2009
Argentina and Switzerland were first to reach the round of 16 at Nigeria 2009, while the hosts and Mexico both boosted their hopes with big wins....
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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
Eaglets inch ever closer
Tuesday 27 October 2009
Hosts Nigeria took a giant stride closer to booking their place in the knockout rounds of the U-17 finals with a 1-0 win over Honduras in Abuja.
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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
Honduras hoping to kick on
Monday 26 October 2009
Honduras showed real promise against Argentina and captain Antony Lozano hopes they can translate that into goals against Nigeria.
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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
No room for error for Nigeria
Sunday 25 October 2009
After opening with a thrilling 3-3 draw against Germany, the host nation would happily eschew less drama for all three points against Honduras.
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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
Nigeria off to a flying start
Saturday 24 October 2009
On a day of joy, pain, tension and carnival atmosphere, the opening round of games at Nigeria 2009 left an unforgettable impression.
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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
Honours even in Abuja thriller
Saturday 24 October 2009
European champions Germany let a three-goal lead slip away as hosts and holders Nigeria climbed out of a deep hole to draw their opener.
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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
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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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
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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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
Pressure on for Golden Eaglets
Friday 23 October 2009
The next generation of Nigerian talent open the 2009 FIFA U-17 World Cup with the dual pressure of home expectation and reigning title-holders.
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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
Tough opening test for hosts
Friday 23 October 2009
Nigeria 2009 will commence with the host nation facing European giants Germany in what is expected to be a packed and buoyant stadium in Abuja.
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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
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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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
Group A: Big three braced for battle
Wednesday 21 October 2009
Group A of the FIFA U-17 finals in Nigeria will see perennial favourites Argentina, European champions Germany and the hosts all lock horns.
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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
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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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
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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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
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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FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009
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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CAF African U-17 Championship
Gambia lead African charge
Monday 6 April 2009
Gambia will lead a group of African underdogs to the FIFA U-17 World Cup after triumphing in a CAF African U-17 Championship at the weekend.
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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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