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Which graduate will go furthest?

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:36:00 GMT

This year's FIFA U-20 and U-17 World Cups were packed with exceptional youngsters. But which of their graduates will make the biggest impact?

Africa acclaims golden Ghanaians

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 18:44:00 GMT

FIFA.com looks back on Egypt 2009, a tournament that witnessed the hosts break a host of records and Ghana's superb Black Satellites make history.

Triple triumph for Adiyiah

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 01:34:00 GMT

Ghana's Dominic Adiyiah ended up with a phenomenal treble when the medals and awards were handed out after the dramatic final against Brazil.

Ghana on top of the world

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 01:15:00 GMT

Following their dramatic sudden death shoot-out win over Brazil, the major players in Ghana's historic victory queued up to speak to FIFA.com.

Adiyiah: Ghana's golden boy

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 01:01:00 GMT

After scooping both the adidas Golden Ball and Golden Shoe awards at Egypt 2009, Ghana's eight-goal hero Dominic Adiyiah chatted to FIFA.com.

Giuliano: Brazil were better

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 23:46:00 GMT

adidas Bronze Ball winner and A Seleção skipper Giuliano put his disappointment to one side for an exclusive interview with FIFA.com.

Satellites soar over Cairo

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 22:39:00 GMT

Egypt 2009 reached a suspenseful conclusion on Friday as Ghana overcame Brazil in a thrilling final after Hungary defeated Costa Rica to take third.

Ghana sink Seleção for gold

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 21:49:00 GMT

Ten-man Ghana beat Brazil in a dramatic penalty shoot-out in the final of Egypt 2009 to win the FIFA U-20 World Cup for the first time in their history.

Blatter draws positive conclusions

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 18:15:00 GMT

On the final day of Egypt 2009, Joseph S. Blatter shared his perspective on the competition and related sporting and development initiatives.

Hungary win battle for bronze

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 18:06:00 GMT

Penalties were needed to separate Hungary and Costa Rica in Cairo after a 1-1 draw, but in the end it was the Europeans who emerged victorious.

Seleção in safe hands

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 11:40:00 GMT

FIFA.com speaks to Brazil goalkeeper Rafael, who is expecting a busy night against Ghana forwards Dominic Adiyiah and Ransford Osei in the decider.

Third-place duo eye history

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 11:24:00 GMT

Some bill it as 'the game that no-one wants to play in', yet the players of Costa Rica and Hungary are desperate to claim a place on the podium.

Wings helping Ghana soar

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 10:27:00 GMT

FIFA.com chats to exciting Ghana wingbacks David Addy and Samuel Inkoom, who have helped to create six of the African team's 16 goals in Egypt.

Ghana seek Brazil revenge

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 07:06:00 GMT

Ghana will tackle four-time champions Brazil in the FIFA U-20 World Cup final, seeking to avenge their dramatic defeat by A Seleção in the 1993 decider.

Dream finale in prospect

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 15:52:00 GMT

The climax of Egypt 2009 in Cairo presents an enticing showdown between Brazil, the kings of South America, and African champions Ghana.

A record-breaking tournament

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:57:00 GMT

Chairman of the OC, Jack A. Warner and LOC President Hany Abo Rida gave a joint media conference in which they praised the quality of Egypt 2009.

In search of a perfect ending

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 12:09:00 GMT

Cairo International Stadium is to host the third-place match at the FIFA U-20 World Cup Egypt 2009 between Hungary and Costa Rica.

Satellites and Seleção reach final

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 22:29:00 GMT

Brazil will meet Ghana in the final of Egypt 2009 on Friday after both sides enjoyed nervy, narrow wins over Costa Rica and Hungary respectively.

Brazil book final place

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 20:51:00 GMT

Alan Kardec's 67th minute goal was enough to see Brazil defeat Costa Rica and set up a meeting with Ghana in the final of the FIFA U-20 World Cup.

Quansah fires Ghana to final

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 17:22:00 GMT

A thunderbolt from Abeiku Quansah was the difference as Ghana survived a late comeback from Hungary to book their place in the final.

Urena: We're no pushovers

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 18:07:00 GMT

Despite the 5-0 defeat to Brazil in the group stages, Marcos Urena is adamant that Los Ticos will be an entirely different proposition in the semis.

Nemeth: Exceeding expectations

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 11:04:00 GMT

Liverpool's on-loan forward Krisztian Nemeth was in sparkling form for Hungary in their quarter-final win over Italy, and his sights are now on the final.

Adiyiah: This is our time

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 10:56:00 GMT

Six-goal hero Dominic Adiyiah speaks to FIFA.com about the semi-final meeting with Hungary, his quest for glory for Ghana and his personal aims.

Cairo, the world in one city

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 18:33:00 GMT

Visitors to the magical city of Cairo, a place steeped in history and positively overflowing with ancient monuments, cannot help but feel elated.

Maicon expects Tico turnaround

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 17:56:00 GMT

Maicon, Brazil's matchwinner against Germany, believes Costa Rica will be different opponents from the team they defeated in the group stages.

A tale of two styles

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 15:37:00 GMT

The opening last-four encounter brings together an adventurous Ghana side and their disciplined opponents from Hungary at the Cairo International Stadium.

Familiar foes to face off

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 15:33:00 GMT

Sixteen days after their opening match-up in Group E, Brazil and Costa Rica are once again set to lock horns in the FIFA U-20 World Cup Egypt 2009.

Germany looking on bright side

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 12:56:00 GMT

Germany coach Horst Hrubesch tells FIFA.com that his side surpassed his own expectations by reaching the quarter-finals following their defeat to Brazil.

Emirati dream continues despite exit

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 11:37:00 GMT

United Arab Emirates leave Egypt beaten but unbowed after several fine performances at the FIFA U-20 World Cup, which won the hearts of the Egyptian public.

No pain, no gain

Sat, 10 Oct 2009 22:53:00 GMT

Extra time was needed in both of today's quarter-finals as Brazil and Costa Rica came from behind to set up a repeat of their Group E encounter.

Urena strikes as Ticos triumph

Sat, 10 Oct 2009 21:35:00 GMT

Marcos Urena's last-minute goal secured a semi-final place for Costa Rica at Egypt 2009 as Los Ticos came from behind to beat UAE 2-1 in Cairo.

Supersub Maicon to Brazil's rescue

Sat, 10 Oct 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Substitute Maicon was on target twice as Brazil came from behind to secure a dramatic 2-1 victory over Germany after extra time in Cairo.

Arrivederci Egypt

Sat, 10 Oct 2009 11:35:00 GMT

After losing to Hungary 3-2 after extra time, Italy are bidding farewell to Egypt, but coach Francesco Rocca has faith in the future of the squad.

Koreans confident of bright future

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 23:56:00 GMT

FIFA.com caught up with Korea Republic coach Hong Myung-Bo following their quarter-final exit at Egypt 2009 and found him in a positive mood.

Duo make dramatic progress

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 22:46:00 GMT

There were ten goals and countless twists and turns on an amazing day of quarter-final action that had the fans in Suez absolutely enthralled.

The spectacle of Suez

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 21:36:00 GMT

There were four red cards, five goals, but only one winner as Hungary defeated Italy 3-2 after extra time to book a place in the semi-finals.

Ghana withstand Korean fightback

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 17:21:00 GMT

A brace from Dominic Adiyiah helped book Ghana a place in the semi-finals, despite Korea Republic reducing the deficit on two separate occasions.

Cairo challenge spurs Kardec

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 07:20:00 GMT

Brazil striker Alan Kardec speaks to FIFA.com about chasing the title, challenging for the adidas Golden Shoe and swapping Port Said for Cairo.

Ticos draw strength from adversity

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 19:59:00 GMT

Costa Rica midfielder Diego Estrada tells FIFA.com that his side want to reach the final, despite a 5-0 humbling in the opening match against Brazil.

Continental champs in capital clash

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 16:52:00 GMT

Cairo is the venue for the hotly anticipated quarter-final tie between two regional title holders in the shape of Brazil and Germany.

Germany ready for Brazil battle

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 15:59:00 GMT

After their dramatic win over Nigeria, the European champions are relishing the prospect of squaring up to their South American counterparts.

Nothing to choose

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 12:28:00 GMT

The United Arab Emirates and Costa Rica, the Asian and CONCACAF champions respectively, will round off the quarter-finals on Saturday.

Fair play to be celebrated

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 11:33:00 GMT

The fair play ceremony will be held before the quarter-final matches of the Egypt 2009 on 9 and 10 October in the stadiums in Suez and Cairo.

Friendly fire

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 11:21:00 GMT

The quarter-final between Europe's two remaining sides is set to bring together good friends: Italy's Mattia Mustacchio and Vladimir Koman of Hungary.

A drama in eight acts

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 11:14:00 GMT

FIFA.com looks back on an action-packed Round of 16 to reflect on the skills, thrills and surprises that helped continued a fascinating Egyptian story.

Taeguk Warriors aiming high

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 10:10:00 GMT

Kim Min-Woo is confident that Korea Republic will book a place in the semi-finals by beating Ghana in Suez, providing that they 'play their own game'.

Europeans make a date with history

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 23:01:00 GMT

Italy and Hungary go head-to-head in Suez, hoping to secure a first for their countries and set up a semi-final date with either Korea Republic or Ghana.

Culture clash in Suez

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 22:45:00 GMT

Suez plays host to an intriguing battle between slight and skilful Korea Republic and a strong, athletic Ghana side ranked among the favourites.

The cosmopolitan quarters

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 21:21:00 GMT

Victories for Brazil, Germany and UAE set up a last eight of the 2009 FIFA U-20 World Cup in which five of FIFA's six confederations are represented.

Top of the Kopps

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 20:55:00 GMT

Bjorn Kopplin's scored with virtually the last kick of the game to send ten-man Germany through to the quarter-finals with a 3-2 win over Nigeria.

Khalil on cue as UAE advance

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 17:22:00 GMT

Ahmed Khalil's late strike ended Venezuela's hopes as United Arab Emirates won 2-1 to seal a spot in the last eight at the FIFA U-20 World Cup.