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Young gun Ebecilio's arsenal of gifts

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 15:38:00 GMT

Despite the disappointment of their early FIFA U-17 World Cup Mexico 2011 exit, the Netherlands have unearthed a real gem here in Mexico in the form of Arsenal midfielder Kyle Ebecilio.

Hosts cruise, champs crash in Group A

Sun, 26 Jun 2011 08:33:00 GMT

Tournament hosts Mexico dominated Group A, winning all three of their games and moving on alongside African creators Congo, while Korea DPR and the Dutch went crashing out.

Perfect Mexico send Dutch packing

Sat, 25 Jun 2011 02:52:00 GMT

Hosts Mexico claimed first place in Group A with their third win from three, a 3-2 victory over the Dutch that sends the reigning European champions out of the competition.

Champions fall in Morelia, Monterrey

Sat, 25 Jun 2011 02:23:00 GMT

The champions of Asia and Europe were both eliminated from the FIFA U-17 World Cup on Friday, Korea DPR and the Netherlands both coming up short as Congo, Japan and France move on.

Guzman: Marquez is my model

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 15:22:00 GMT

Carlos Guzman speaks to FIFA.com about playing for Mexico in his hometown of Morelia, and of basing his classy defensive play on that of an El Tri icon.

Dutch chasing lifeline against Mexico

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 05:28:00 GMT

Already certain of a place in the Round of 16 at Mexico 2011, the host nation will want to cement top spot in Group A when they meet the Netherlands in Monterrey.

Fiesta time for Mexico as duo close in

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 02:30:00 GMT

Mexico edged nine-man Congo on Tuesday to become the first team to reach the last 16, while France and Japan drew to move a step closer and Argentina rebounded from a horrid start.

Koreans frustrate wasteful Dutch

Tue, 21 Jun 2011 23:04:00 GMT

The Netherlands drew 1-1 with Korea DPR, with goals coming from Kang Nam Gwon and Danzell Gravenberch, in their second Group A contest at the FIFA U-17 World Cup.

Disveld: Dutch hopes are still intact

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 23:36:00 GMT

Despite the Netherlands’ shock defeat by Congo, Daan Disveld tells FIFA.com he remains confident they can still achieve their goals and discusses their forthcoming duel with Korea DPR.

Pressure mounts on Dutch, DPR

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 16:00:00 GMT

Kicking off the second day of Group A action here at Mexico 2011 is a clash between the Asian and European champions, who were both beaten in their opening games.

Trio heat up opening day

Sun, 19 Jun 2011 02:11:00 GMT

Hosts Mexico, 2001 world champions France and African up-and-comers Congo lit up opening day at the FIFA U-17 World Cup with their grit, collective strength and individual brilliance.

Dutch shocked by Congo class

Sun, 19 Jun 2011 01:55:00 GMT

African upstarts Congo put on a second-half display of individual technique and panache to beat European champions the Netherlands 1-0 in their Group A opener in Morelia.

Style clash in Dutch, Congo contest

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 15:11:00 GMT

Congo and the Netherlands are set to round off the first day of Group A action in what, on paper at least, looks to be an intriguing clash of styles at the FIFA U-17 World Cup Mexico.

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.

Mexico 2011 in numbers

Thu, 16 Jun 2011 14:52:00 GMT

FIFA.com takes a statistical look ahead to the FIFA U-17 World Cup in Mexico, which begins on Saturday and will, if history serves, feature a few of tomorrow's shining global stars.

Jong Oranje ripe for global test

Sun, 29 May 2011 18:23:00 GMT

Netherlands coach Albert Stuivenberg talks about the qualification procedure and his expectations for Mexico 2011 in an exclusive interview with FIFA.com.

Dutch lead Europe's Mexican contingent

Mon, 16 May 2011 09:47:00 GMT

The UEFA U-17 European Championship ended with the Netherlands, Czech Republic, Germany, Denmark, France and England all qualifying for Mexico 2011, with the Oranje particularly impressive.