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Cubero keeps his cool

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 06:06:00 GMT

Uruguay goalkeeper Jonathan Cubero spoke to FIFA.com about performing in front of a packed and hostile house in Sunday’s final at the Azteca and winning the adidas Golden Glove.

Gomez: It's hard to take it all in

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 04:39:00 GMT

FIFA.com spoke with U-17 World Cup winner and top player Julio Gomez about making history, the adulation of the fans and finding the ideal spot to display his new trophy.

Award sweep for hometown heroes

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 04:31:00 GMT

Mexican players scooped the three top-player awards at the FIFA U-17 finals, with Julio Gomez, Jorge Espericueta and Carlos Fierro grabbing the adidas Golden, Silver and Bronze Balls respectively.

A perfect ending

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 03:26:00 GMT

Mexico finished their FIFA U-17 account in smashing style as they beat Uruguay 2-0 to lift the trophy in front of nearly 100,000 fans at the legendary Estadio Azteca, while Germany made friends with a place on the podium.

Mexico crowned on hallowed ground

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 01:53:00 GMT

The Estadio Azteca was packed to its rafters on Sunday as hosts Mexico beat Uruguay 2-0 to be crowned U-17 world champions for the second time in six years.

A date with destiny, Azteca

Sat, 09 Jul 2011 14:16:00 GMT

Mexico aim to win their second FIFA U-17 World Cup crown in the space of six years when they meet potential spoilers Uruguay in no less a venue than the storied Estadio Azteca on Sunday.

Two coaches, five questions

Sat, 09 Jul 2011 14:12:00 GMT

The U-17 World Cup final between hosts Mexico and Uruguay is just hours away, and FIFA.com put some questions to both sides' coaches to gauge their feelings ahead of the Azteca showdown.

Teamwork pays off for united Uruguay

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 04:42:00 GMT

Making light of the absence of star striker Juan Cruz Mascia, Uruguay have relied on their collective virtues in attack and defence both to reach the final the U-17 World Cup in Mexico.

Drama, history mark wild last four

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 03:33:00 GMT

Uruguay routed arch-rivals Brazil to reach their first-ever FIFA U-17 final, where they will meet hosts Mexico, who played with grit and never gave up against the fancied Germans.

Uruguay make mark on the break

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 22:55:00 GMT

Counter-attack specialists Uruguay booked a place in their first-ever FIFA U-17 World Cup final with a 3-0 win over arch-rivals Brazil in Guadalajara.

Aguirre: Facing Brazil is something special

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 00:15:00 GMT

Ahead of the most important 90 minutes of his short career, Uruguayan striker Rodrigo Aguirre spoke to FIFA.com about the challenge of taking on semi-final opponents Brazil, and his hopes of lifting the U-17 trophy.

History aplenty behind last-four ties

Wed, 06 Jul 2011 21:37:00 GMT

Today's Mexico 2011 semi-final round is bursting with historical significance and FIFA.com takes a look back at some famous past meetings between Mexico and Germany and Brazil and Uruguay.

Just like old times for Uruguay

Wed, 06 Jul 2011 07:23:00 GMT

Uruguay are on the rise again after a long period in the wilderness, with the U-17s emulating Diego Forlan and co by checking into the semi-finals of a FIFA World Cup competition.

Semi showdown for South American duo

Wed, 06 Jul 2011 01:41:00 GMT

Uruguay and Brazil meet for the fourth time in recent months on Thursday, with South American pride and a place in the final of the FIFA U-17 World Cup Mexico 2011 at stake.

South Americans on the march

Mon, 04 Jul 2011 02:32:00 GMT

Brazil edged the Japanese to book a semi-final date in their beloved Guadalajara with South American neighbours Uruguay, who ended Uzbekistan’s fairytale run at the U-17 finals.

Uruguay end Uzbek fairytale

Sun, 03 Jul 2011 22:49:00 GMT

Uruguay booked their place in the semi-final round of the FIFA U-17 World Cup in Mexico with a comprehensive 2-0 win over Asian Cinderella side Uzbekistan in Monterrey.

Moreira: Uruguay can reach the final

Sat, 02 Jul 2011 12:02:00 GMT

Uruguay left-back Maximiliano Moreira speaks to FIFA.com about his style of play and role models, the danger quarter-final opponents Uzbekistan present and his nation's desire to participate in the tournament''s decider.

Uzbeks and Uruguayans eye final four

Sat, 02 Jul 2011 06:15:00 GMT

The quarter-final encounter between Uzbekistan and Uruguay in Monterrey will likely be a battle between the Asians' potent attack and the Celeste's miserly defence.

All-Asia day in Monterrey

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 02:27:00 GMT

Asian combatants Japan and Uzbekistan booked their passage to the quarter-finals with emphatic routs, while South Americans Brazil and Uruguay also stamped their tickets through.

Uruguay edge Congo to stamp ticket

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 02:05:00 GMT

Uruguay came from a goal behind to edge out African side Congo 2-1 and book their passage to the quarter-finals, where they will meet Asian debutants Uzbekistan.

Pais: We can do much better

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 15:45:00 GMT

Discreet off the pitch but highly effective on it, Uruguayan midfielder Leonardo Pais talks to FIFA.com about his group-stage goal against Rwanda and his country’s round-of-16 clash with Congo.

Congo test for gritty Celeste

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 23:46:00 GMT

Congo's impressive individual creators and general athleticism will surely test the stingy and organised defence of Uruguay when the two meet in Morelia in the round of 16.

England rule in Group C

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 09:48:00 GMT

England emerged triumphant in Group C, pipping Uruguay to top spot while debutants Rwanda and a free-flowing Canada side head for home.

Uzbeks advance as England impress

Sun, 26 Jun 2011 02:32:00 GMT

Day eight of the FIFA U-17 World Cup saw Uzbekistan stun the Czechs to progress to the next round as group winners. USA and New Zealand also qualified from the same pool, while England topped Group C.

English snatch top spot

Sat, 25 Jun 2011 22:54:00 GMT

Having each already booked their place in the knockout rounds at the FIFA U-17 World Cup, a first-place Group C finish was on the line as England defeated Uruguay 2-0 in Torreon.

England aim for knockout berth

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 19:53:00 GMT

England, with four points and in good shape to progress, will be looking for a win in their final Group C game in Torreon against Uruguay, who have already booked their passage to the round of 16.

Uruguay advance as records fall

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 02:36:00 GMT

In an action-packed matchday five, Uruguay won late to qualify for the next round, Canada’s goalkeeper made history with an equaliser against England, and Uzbekistan shocked the USA.

Stingy Uruguay break Rwandan hearts

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 22:57:00 GMT

African debutants Rwanda were seconds away from earning their first point at a FIFA finals, but Uruguay had their say with the final action in Pachuca to win out 1-0 and move on to the knockout rounds.

Steely Uruguay keep it together

Tue, 21 Jun 2011 15:35:00 GMT

Uruguay marked their Mexico 2011 debut with a fine win over Canada, and FIFA.com was on hand to chat to some of their tight-knit core of steely defenders.

Fierce Uruguay take aim at Rwandans

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 19:47:00 GMT

Group C leaders Uruguay set their sights on a spot in the knockout rounds against Rwanda, who have yet to score a goal at Mexico 2011, in Pachuca on Wednesday afternoon.

Favourites to the fore

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 02:57:00 GMT

England, USA, Uruguay and New Zealand all made strong starts to their FIFA U-17 World Cup accounts, overpowering less experienced opponents on the tournament's second matchday.

Uruguay grind down clever Canucks

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 01:54:00 GMT

Ace striker Juan Cruz Mascia led the way as Uruguay downed impressive North American outfit Canada 3-0 in their Group C contest in Pachuca.

Defence rules as Uruguay, Canada tangle

Sat, 18 Jun 2011 16:21:00 GMT

Canada and Uruguay muscled their way to the FIFA U-17 World Cup thanks to miserly defences, and rearguard bragging rights will be at stake when the pair clash in Pachuca.

A fine line between grooming, results

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 14:54:00 GMT

For the men in charge of the 24 participating teams, the FIFA U-17 World Cup Mexico 2011 poses a dual challenge: getting results while continuing the development of their young charges.

Forlan's heir set for Mexican mission

Fri, 20 May 2011 09:22:00 GMT

FIFA.com caught up with rising Uruguayan star Juan Cruz Mascia, who is already drawing comparisons to Diego Forlan and keen on glory at next month's FIFA U-17 World Cup in Mexico.