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Bini: The truth is on the pitch

Thu, 10 May 2012 07:05:00 GMT

Colourful France coach Bruno Bini tells FIFA.com about his football philosophy, innovative player management techniques and, with London 2012 looming, the reasons behind Les Bleues breakthrough success in recent years.

Ngachu: I believe in Cameroon

Wed, 09 May 2012 08:21:00 GMT

Cameroon coach Enow Ngachu hopes that his side's appearance in the Women's Olympic Football Tournament will help to break down barriers back home and attract more girls to take up the beautiful game.

Players pressing for Olympic inclusion

Wed, 02 May 2012 12:11:00 GMT

Across the globe, high-profile players are queuing up to push their claims for a place in their respective team's squad for London 2012 and a chance to win a coveted Gold Medal.

Smith: London will be a showcase

Tue, 01 May 2012 02:46:00 GMT

FIFA.com spoke to Kelly Smith about Great Britain's hopes for the Women's Olympic Football Tournament with the England star saying the tournament will illustrate the recent growth in women's football to a global audience.

Olympic tickets go back on sale

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 08:23:00 GMT

Following last week's draw for the London 2012 Men's and Women's Olympic Football Tournaments tickets go back on sale for the competitions' matches between 30 April and 6 May on a first come, first served basis.

Great Britain plan Brazil friendly

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 12:12:00 GMT

Great Britain will prepare for the Men's Olympic Football Tournament with a friendly against Brazil, part of a double-header which will see the women's team take on Sweden at the Riverside Stadium.

Japanese dreaming after Wembley draw

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 10:25:00 GMT

Japan will be aiming for gold at the Women's Olympic Football Tournament says coach Norio Sasaki, while star player Homare Sawa is already looking forward to their first match against Canada.

Respect the watchword at Wembley

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 15:27:00 GMT

Following Tuesday's draws for the Olympic Football Tournaments London 2012, FIFA.com was on hand at Wembley to gauge the reaction of coaches and representatives from the countries taking part.

Olympic hopefuls line up

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 13:00:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews a host of fascinating groups across the Men's and Women's Olympic Football Tournaments following Tuesday's draw at Wembley Stadium in London.

Draw shows the road to London gold

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 10:48:00 GMT

Wembley Stadium provided the setting for the group draw of the Men’s and Women’s Olympic Football Tournaments London 2012 on Tuesday 24 April. FIFA.com has all details and reaction to the draw.

Gala draw looms in London

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 19:34:00 GMT

With less than 100 days until the Olympic Football Tournaments begin at London 2012, FIFA.com answers some of the most Frequently Asked Questions ahead of the gala draw.

84 Officials appointed for London 2012 Olympic Football Tournaments

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 14:25:00 GMT

The FIFA Referees Committee under the chairmanship of Ángel María Villar Llona has confirmed the appointment of 84 officials from 36 countries to officiate at the Olympic Football Tournaments London 2012.

Olympic medal fires Colombian dream

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 03:42:00 GMT

FIFA.com chats with Ricardo Rozo, who will lead the first-ever Colombian women's team to an Olympic football finals this summer in London.

Kiwis sail through Oceania

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 11:20:00 GMT

New Zealand cruised comfortably through Oceania qualifying and now, on the back of significant growth in recent years, are looking to make a splash at London 2012.

Kiwis confirm London passage

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 08:50:00 GMT

New Zealand are on their way to London 2012 after the Football Ferns were untroubled in cruising past Papua New Guinea with a 15-0 aggregate scoreline.

Football Ferns put one foot in London

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 11:10:00 GMT

A thumping 8-0 win for New Zealand over Papua New Guinea in their OFC Women's Qualifer final for London 2012 has left the Football Ferns just 90 minutes away from a place at the Olympics.

Sundhage: Olympics are something special

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 08:37:00 GMT

After being pipped to the title at Germany 2011, USA coach Pia Sundhage told FIFA.com she is hoping to go one better this year by winning Olympic gold in London.

Germany toast Algarve success

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 10:26:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews the best of the action from the 2012 Algarve Cup, including a thrilling seven-goal final in which Germany prevailed against world champions Japan.

PNG's London hopes survive Pacific test

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 10:06:00 GMT

The road to London 2012 has commenced for Oceania aspirants with Papua New Guinea winning through to a play-off against New Zealand. FIFA.com reports on the action.

France conquer as Canada take silver

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 10:53:00 GMT

FIFA.com rounds up the action from this year's Cyprus Women's Cup, where in-form France claimed the trophy for the first time with a 2-0 victory over Canada and Italy seized bronze.

Landstrom’s eager pursuit of silverware

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 07:32:00 GMT

Sweden are looking to build on their impressive showing at last year's FIFA Women's World Cup™ and forward Jessica Landstrom tells FIFA.com about team spirit, London 2012 and setting targets.

High hopes for USA's Solo

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 08:36:00 GMT

Hope Solo has long been recognised as one of the finest goalkeepers in women’s football. FIFA.com spoke exclusively to the USA shot-stopper about tough times, dreaming big and finding form.

Rosana: Why can't Brazil win gold?

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 14:49:00 GMT

FIFA.com sits down for an exclusive interview with Lyon and Brazil women's star Rosana, who believes A Amarelinha can finally win gold at this year's London Olympics.

Marta: I’m dreaming of Olympic gold

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:03:00 GMT

Marta chats to FIFA.com about Brazil's elimination from last year’s FIFA Women’s World Cup, the return of Jorge Barcellos as coach, her desire to become an Olympic champion in London and the most memorable moment of her career.

Necib: Zidane is my role model

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:41:00 GMT

FIFA.com hears from the gifted France star Louisa Necib on her own footballing style, her hopes for London 2012 and the growing appeal of the women's game.

USA & Canada dominate CONCACAF

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 10:17:00 GMT

USA and Canada have qualified for London 2012, asserting their authority in an eight-nation CONCACAF preliminary competition, notably handing Costa Rica and Mexico their exits.

Canada, USA book London berth

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 09:06:00 GMT

Both USA and Canada confirmed their place at the Women's Olympic Football Tournament 2012 in London after beating Costa Rica and Mexico respectively at the CONCACAF women's Olympic soccer competition.

Perez: Our focus is to qualify for London

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 18:06:00 GMT

Mexico forward Veronica Perez has enjoyed an incredible two years, notably helping Las Aztecas book a place at Germany 2011, and FIFA.com spoke with the Mexican-American ahead of Olympic qualifying.

Two tickets up for grabs in CONCACAF

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:42:00 GMT

The CONCACAF Women's Olympic qualifying tournament is set to begin tomorrow in Vancouver, British Columbia with hosts Canada favoured in Group A, while USA face a tricky test in Group B alongside Mexico.

Wambach: USA can't make mistakes

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 06:02:00 GMT

Abby Wambach speaks to FIFA.com about how USA have learnt from defeat by Japan in the Germany 2011 Final, her new role in the team, desire for revenge against Sweden and for gold at next year’s Olympics.

Team GB fixture dates confirmed and tickets back on sale

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 10:11:00 GMT

London 2012 have announced Team GB's fixture dates and placed tickets for the football competition back on sale. The Final Draw will also take place on 24 April 2012 at Wembley Stadium.

Women's duo make history in Africa

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 06:35:00 GMT

Cameroon dramatically beat continental queens Nigeria on penalties at the weekend to join fellow debutants South Africa in qualifying for London 2012.

Cameroon stun Nigeria for London berth

Sat, 22 Oct 2011 23:47:00 GMT

Cameroon stunned Nigeria in their London 2012 qualifying tie, defeating the Super Falcons 4-3 on penalties and condemning the African champions to their first Olympic absence since 2000.

Pearce, Powell to lead British 2012 teams

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 11:18:00 GMT

Stuart Pearce and Hope Powell have been selected to lead the British football teams for the London Olympics in 2012, with both men's and women's sides being able to choose players from all four home nations.

Thunebro focusing on the future

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 08:09:00 GMT

Sara Thunebro is one of many Germany 2011 stars currently plying their trade in the Women’s Bundesliga. FIFA.com spoke exclusively to the Sweden international about her ambitions at future tournaments.

Readings to lead Football Ferns

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 07:52:00 GMT

New Zealand have announced that Tony Readings will take the reins of the senior national team following the recent departure of John Herdman, with leading the Football Ferns to London 2012 to be his first major task

Japan, Korea DPR win endurance battle

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 09:32:00 GMT

A couple of familiar faces in Japan and Korea DPR came out on top in Asian qualifying for London 2012, with the intensity and quality of competition again displaying the continent’s depth.

Banyana secure historic passage to London

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 08:19:00 GMT

South Africa will be one of two African representatives at London 2012 after defeating Ethiopia 4-1 on aggregate for a maiden qualification to a Women’s Olympic Football Tournament.

Korea DPR punch London ticket

Sun, 11 Sep 2011 12:23:00 GMT

Korea DPR scored a comfortable victory over Thailand in the final round of Asian qualifiers to end the hopes of both Australia and China PR, and join world champions Japan at London 2012.

Sawa aiming for Olympic title

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 10:37:00 GMT

Homare Sawa hopes Japan can add an Olympic gold medal to their FIFA Women's World Cup triumph, after the Nadeshiko booked their place at next summer's Women's Olympic Football Tournament in London.

World champions book ticket to London

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 14:47:00 GMT

A four-match undefeated run has seen Japan qualify for London 2012 with a game to spare while Korea DPR are warm favourites to collect the other berth.

Japan, Korea DPR on the cusp

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 02:06:00 GMT

World champions Japan and Korea DPR are both one win away from securing London 2012 qualification following important victories against Australia and Korea Republic respectively.

Japan stay perfect, China held again

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 01:43:00 GMT

Japan remain in front of a chasing pack in the race to qualify for London 2012 thanks to a crucial 2-1 victory over Korea Republic in the latest round of Asian qualifiers.

Herdman takes reins of 2015 hosts

Fri, 02 Sep 2011 08:15:00 GMT

2015 FIFA Women’s World Cup™ hosts Canada have appointed John Herdman, who guided New Zealand to successive appearances on the world stage, as new national team coach.

Nadeshiko open brightly as Matildas stumble

Fri, 02 Sep 2011 04:58:00 GMT

Asian qualifying for the 2012 Women’s Olympic Football Tournament has begun with victory for world champions Japan, while Asian champions Australia were defeated by Korea DPR.

Asia’s female elite return to action

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 11:39:00 GMT

FIFA.com previews the London 2012 qualifiers as world champions Japan prepare to face Australia, China PR, Korea DPR, Korea Republic and Thailand with another glittering prize at stake.

Fixture change in Africa

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 12:20:00 GMT

FIFA has agreed to the re-arrangement of matches between Cameroon and Nigeria in the qualifying competition for the Women's Olympic Football Tournament.

Mixed emotions for ambitious Matildas

Sun, 10 Jul 2011 23:23:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews Australia's FIFA Women's World Cup, which ended with a disappointing defeat by Sweden, but the Matildas nevertheless leave Germany with optimism for the future.

Schelin: It’s becoming a dream

Sun, 10 Jul 2011 18:37:00 GMT

The player of the match in Sweden’s 3-1 win over Australia, Lotta Schelin, spoke to FIFA.com after the game about scoring and the semi-finals.

Swede dreams continue

Sun, 10 Jul 2011 14:01:00 GMT

Sweden became the first group winners to qualify for the semi-finals of Germany 2011 to set up a clash with Japan in Frankfurt after defeating Australia 3-1.

Curtain comes down on golden generation

Sun, 10 Jul 2011 10:53:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews the end result of Germany's surprise FIFA Women's World Cup quarter-final exit, with a number of key personnel having seemingly played their last match on the world stage.