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Closing the gap

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 11:49:00 GMT

The official technical report into this year’s FIFA Women’s World Cup™ highlights a number of marked improvements in the women’s game and suggests that the competitive gap has become narrower than ever.

Japan claim maiden title

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 08:13:00 GMT

The FIFA Women's World Cup 2011™ in Germany took the feminine side of the world’s most popular sport to a whole new level and will remain forever in the memory.

African women journalists making news

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 15:30:00 GMT

FIFA and the AFP foundation have joined forces to aid and train journalists on the African continent, and the fruits of that labour are being seen at the Women's World Cup in Germany.

'Standards will continue to rise'

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 10:43:00 GMT

In an exclusive chat with FIFA.com, two legendary coaches of the women's game and members of FIFA's Technical Study Group, namely April Heinrichs and Tina Theune give their verdict on Germany 2011.

Who will be crowned queens of Germany 2011?

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 10:56:00 GMT

FIFA.com wants to know which nation you think will shine brightest at Germany 2011 and take home the greatest prize in women’s football.

Silver lining to Canada's cloud

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 13:38:00 GMT

Canada arrived at Germany 2011 full of hope but crashed out of the group stages without so much as a point. FIFA.com reviews their campaign.

Group A: Hosts improve – France impress

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 22:05:00 GMT

Intrigue was all pervading in Group A at the 2011 FIFA Women's World Cup with favourites Germany turning in three contrasting performances, France impressing in also qualifying, while Nigeria's solid form left strong Canada last.

African sides say goodbye

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 13:38:00 GMT

Africa's two representatives at the FIFA Women's World Cup, Equatorial Guinea and Nigeria, have both been eliminated, but each had rather different emotions following their exit from the tournament.

Germany and England take top, Kiwis draw

Tue, 05 Jul 2011 23:08:00 GMT

Germany and England finished top of their groups thanks to respective defeats of France and Japan, while New Zealand rallied against Mexico to win their first-ever point in the history of the competition.

Nigeria end drought with Canada win

Tue, 05 Jul 2011 22:13:00 GMT

A late winner from Perpetua Nkwocha has seen Nigeria defeat Canada 1-0 in an action-packed encounter to claim their first FIFA Women’s World Cup win since 1999.

Filigno: We’re capable of more

Mon, 04 Jul 2011 10:57:00 GMT

FIFA.com chats to Canada’s Jonelle Filigno about the team's Germany 2011 regrets and their desire to finish on a high against Nigeria in Dresden, as the north Americans prepare to host the 2015 edition of the tournament.

Canada and Nigeria seek consolation win

Mon, 04 Jul 2011 08:36:00 GMT

In the last round of Group A matches at the FIFA Women's World Cup 2011, Canada and Nigeria will conclude their respective campaigns with only pride at stake.

Falcons’ fall heralds new beginning

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 10:23:00 GMT

The youngest members of the Nigeria squad, Desire Oparanozie and Uchechi Sunday, believe that the future is bright for their team despite bowing out in the group stages of Germany 2011.

Simone strikes when it matters

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 08:43:00 GMT

Germany's Simone Laudehr has a happy knack for scoring important goals and the midfielder delivered once again on Thursday in Frankfurt, with the home team needing her second-half strike to subdue a stubborn Nigeria.

Thiney big for France, hosts roar Laudehr

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 21:47:00 GMT

On the day which saw Nadine Angerer and Laura Georges win their 100th caps, the hosts and France both qualified for the quarter-finals of the FIFA Women's World Cup with deserved victories over Nigeria and Canada respectively.

Germany edge Nigeria, reach quarters

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 21:39:00 GMT

Germany are into the last eight of the FIFA Women’s World Cup after a lone Simone Laudehr strike proved enough for the host nation to eventually prevail against Nigeria in a physical encounter in Frankfurt.

FIFA's position on discriminating statements

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 16:04:00 GMT

FIFA has confimed that Tatjana Haenni, FIFA's Head of Women’s Competitions, met with Nigeria coach Eucharia Uche to inform her and discuss media reports regarding alleged discriminating statements on homosexuality.

Bartusiak: We'll impose authority

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 12:53:00 GMT

Saskia Bartusiak is one of the quiet achievers of a star-studded German line-up. FIFA.com spoke with the reliable defender about their second group match against Nigeria and playing in a FIFA Women's World Cup on home soil.

The beginning of a tradition

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 11:31:00 GMT

Sinsheim is the smallest venue selected to stage matches at the 2011 FIFA Women’s World Cup. The home of top-flight side Hoffenheim, the town hopes that by hosting the event the sport will grow even further in the region.

Holders target second victory

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 08:07:00 GMT

Host nation and reigning champions Germany have the chance to build momentum when they tackle a defiant Nigeria who are seeking to bounce back from an opening loss to France.

Necib, France's ray of sunshine

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 13:57:00 GMT

After starring in France’s opening FIFA Women’s World Cup win against Nigeria, player of the match Louisa Necib once again earned herself comparisons with Les Bleus legend Zinedine Zidane.

One clear favourite, many dark horses

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 10:05:00 GMT

FIFA.com users have been busy posting their thoughts on the likely winners of the 2011 FIFA Women's World Cup and here we take a look at some of the more interesting comments.

Hosts on a high, France on target

Sun, 26 Jun 2011 20:27:00 GMT

Matchday one of the sixth FIFA Women's World Cup saw two narrow, but deserved victories for European sides in front of large, enthusiastic crowds in Germany.

France edge Nigeria in opener

Sun, 26 Jun 2011 16:03:00 GMT

France began their 2011 FIFA Women’s World Cup™ campaign in winning fashion but were made to work hard by a competitive Nigeria who eventually succumbed to a lone Marie-Laure Delie strike just after the interval.

Seitz: Refereeing is a passion

Sun, 26 Jun 2011 08:52:00 GMT

As she prepares for her fourth FIFA Women’s World Cup, veteran American referee Kari Seitz tells FIFA.com how her job has changed over the years.

Five facts of the day

Sun, 26 Jun 2011 08:50:00 GMT

The opening day of the 2011 FIFA Women's World Cup is finally here, and in the latest in our series, FIFA.com presents five fascinating facts on the tournament.

Hosts target winning start

Sat, 25 Jun 2011 19:03:00 GMT

Reigning champions and FIFA Women's World Cup host Germany are looking to overcome any home-town nerves and get their campaign off to a winning start when they face Canada in the curtain raiser in Berlin.

Nkwocha, Nigeria’s perpetual inspiration

Sat, 25 Jun 2011 16:51:00 GMT

For Nigeria's Perpetua Nkwocha, Germany 2011 represents one last chance to shine on the world stage and lead the way for a new generation of youngsters.

Nigeria and France start the show

Sat, 25 Jun 2011 08:31:00 GMT

Nigeria and France will be desperate for a winning start when they meet in Sinsheim three hours before the official Opening Match of the FIFA Women’s World Cup Germany 2011, between the hosts and Canada in Berlin.

Five facts of the day

Sat, 25 Jun 2011 08:14:00 GMT

In the latest of our week-long series building up to the tournament's opening match, FIFA.com presents another five fascinating FIFA Women’s World Cup facts.

Five facts of the day

Fri, 24 Jun 2011 08:14:00 GMT

With just two days left before the tournament kicks off, it is time for another entry in our week-long series of fascinating facts regarding the FIFA Women's World Cup.

Four groups, one destiny

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 11:29:00 GMT

Ahead of Nigeria and France lifting the curtain on the 2011 FIFA Women’s World Cup this Sunday, FIFA.com invites you to review the composition of the four groups for the opening phase.

Big names have their say

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 09:18:00 GMT

At the heart of the action as always, FIFA.com recently met up with some of the leading lights from the world of women’s football.

Five facts of the day

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 08:13:00 GMT

In the fourth part of our week-long series building up to the tournament's opening match, FIFA.com presents another five fascinating FIFA Women’s World Cup facts.

Five facts of the day

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 11:18:00 GMT

In an ongoing series FIFA.com presents today's five fascinating facts about the FIFA Women's World Cup™ with the opening to Germany 2011 now just days away.

Cup fever builds in Germany

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 08:24:00 GMT

Fours years have passed since the last FIFA Women's World Cup™ and now, finally, it's time to say Willkommen to Germany 2011. FIFA.com looks at the excitement surrounding the upcoming tournament and its participants.

The beautiful site of 20Eleven!

Tue, 21 Jun 2011 12:13:00 GMT

With the greatest competition in women’s football just days away, FIFA.com is gearing up to provide exclusive and unparalleled coverage for its users around the world.

Five facts of the day

Tue, 21 Jun 2011 07:28:00 GMT

FIFA.com presents five fascinating FIFA Women’s World Cup facts. Read and enjoy the second part of our series!

Five facts of the day

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 08:10:00 GMT

Every day from Monday until Sunday’s opening match, FIFA.com presents five fascinating FIFA Women’s World Cup™ facts for you to enjoy.

Official squad lists submitted

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 11:05:00 GMT

The final squad lists for the 16 nations competing at the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2011™ have been submitted, with 336 players named for the eagerly anticipated female showpiece.

Nigeria’s Super Falcons arrive in Germany

Thu, 26 May 2011 08:01:00 GMT

Reigning African champions Nigeria touched down in Germany on Thursday, 26 May, exactly 31 days before the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2011™ kicks off.

Dede: We will make Nigeria proud

Thu, 26 May 2011 06:17:00 GMT

As Nigeria's women's team settle into a lengthy Austrian training camp, goalkeeper and captain Precious Dede says the Super Falcons are determined to have their biggest-ever impact on the FIFA Women's World Cup™.

Uche: We speak one language

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 07:48:00 GMT

Nigeria coach Eucharia Ngozi Uche speaks to FIFA.com about her team's hopes for the FIFA Women's World Cup and the prospects of star forward Cynthia Uwak being involved.

Jones: Welcome Tour was a huge success

Tue, 05 Apr 2011 10:48:00 GMT

Korea DPR's capital of Pyongyang was the final stop on Steffi Jones’ Welcome Tour of all the nations competing at the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2011, which she calls a "huge success."

Home away from home in Germany

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 08:13:00 GMT

The words of the popular football anthem 'Football's coming home' will ring true for many of the Germany-based players at this year's FIFA Women's World Cup.

Orji: We’re ready for any team

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 06:46:00 GMT

An exciting dark horse at Germany 2011, Nigeria boasts a dynamic strikeforce that is sure to threaten even the most vaunted of defences. FIFA.com chats to one of the Super Falcons' stars in thrilling 18-year-old, Ebere Orji.

Excitement builds for eager Nigeria

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 07:42:00 GMT

The FIFA and Local Organising Committee Welcome Tour for Germany 2011 visited Abuja this week where the likes of ‘Jay Jay’ Okocha and coach Eucharia Uche looked ahead to the Super Falcons’ chances.

Group line-up promises action and excitement

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 13:56:00 GMT

FIFA.com takes a closer look at the results of the Official Draw for the 2011 FIFA Women's World Cup, which turned out some interesting encounters and intriguing sections.

A dream or difficult draw?

Mon, 29 Nov 2010 22:05:00 GMT

We want you and our users all over the globe to Have Your Say and tell us which 2011 FIFA Women’s World Cup™ group is the toughest.

No easy ride for hosts

Mon, 29 Nov 2010 21:54:00 GMT

Germany may well remain favourites to win their group but the hosts will not have it all their own way after being pitted alongside Canada, quiet achievers France and perpetual African qualifiers Nigeria in Group A.

Neid: The time will fly by

Mon, 29 Nov 2010 21:19:00 GMT

FIFA.com has all the reactions and responses from Group A coaches and officials after the Official Draw for the FIFA Women's World Cup Germany 2011.