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Mendez plans Ecuador return

Mon, 12 May 2008 23:07:00 GMT

Ecuador midfielder Edison Mendez, who quit the national team in February, has changed his mind and said on Monday he wanted to play again.

Sylva: We must live up to our tag

Fri, 09 May 2008 08:08:00 GMT

With the start of Senegal's qualification campaign for South Africa 2010 forthcoming, goalkeeper Tony Sylva talks about the challenges ahead.

Le Roy turns down Ghana extension

Thu, 08 May 2008 16:15:00 GMT

Frenchman Claude Le Roy has turned down an offer to coach Ghana for a further two years, he said on Thursday.

Swaziland follow Togolese lead

Thu, 08 May 2008 15:36:00 GMT

Swaziland hope to follow Togo's lead when they begin their qualifying campaign, as FIFA.com found out in an interview with their coach.

Renard named new Zambia boss

Wed, 07 May 2008 22:32:00 GMT

Frenchman Herve Renard was named on Wednesday as the new coach of Zambia and will take charge of the country's South Africa 2010 campaign.

McCormack wins Scotland promotion

Wed, 07 May 2008 14:34:00 GMT

After impressing for Motherwell and Scotland U-21s this term, Ross McCormack has been promoted into George Burley's senior national team squad.

Maldonado carrying Vinotinto hopes

Wed, 07 May 2008 13:24:00 GMT

Giancarlo Maldonado rejected the chance to pursue an international future with Uruguay and now wants to fire Venezuela to South Africa 2010.

Okada turns to Europe

Wed, 07 May 2008 12:23:00 GMT

Japan coach Takeshi Okada may call up European-based players in preparation for a crucial FIFA World Cup qualifier against Oman next month.

Guyana on a roll

Wed, 07 May 2008 10:06:00 GMT

Much-improved Guyana are setting their sights on a place at South Africa 2010. FIFA.com recently caught up with one of the Golden Jaguars.

Geynrikh back on target

Wed, 07 May 2008 09:38:00 GMT

Alexander Geynrikh made a big impression at UAE 2003 and after a loss of form, the 23-year-old forward is again hinting at a bright future.

Capello vows to realise targets

Wed, 07 May 2008 01:54:00 GMT

Fabio Capello has vowed to realise the targets of the FA, specifically to lead England to at least the semi-finals at South Africa 2010 or EURO 2012.

FA set Capello semi-final target

Tue, 06 May 2008 21:26:00 GMT

The Football Association wants coach Fabio Capello to take England at least to the semi-finals of South Africa 2010 or UEFA EURO 2012.

Les Bleus' American nightmare

Tue, 06 May 2008 15:15:00 GMT

In November 1993, an agonising last-minute defeat to Bulgaria prevented France from taking their place at the 1994 FIFA World Cup USA.

SA 2009 venues confirmed

Tue, 06 May 2008 14:00:00 GMT

The SALOC has today confirmed that the FIFA Confederations Cup 2009 will be played at five venues as originally scheduled.

Bilic signs new Croatia contract

Mon, 05 May 2008 17:58:00 GMT

Croatia have beaten off reported interest from top clubs to secure the coaching services of Slaven Bilic for an extra two years.

A style revolution for Saudis

Mon, 05 May 2008 09:46:00 GMT

Saudi Arabia coach Helio Cesar Pinto dos Anjos is looking to bring about a change in the way his side play, following their 3-0 defeat to Uzbekistan.

Trapattoni eyes Irish revival

Thu, 01 May 2008 17:50:00 GMT

Giovanni Trapattoni took his bow as Republic of Ireland's new coach on Thursday charged with qualifying for South Africa 2010.

Baby boom clouds Verbeek's plans

Thu, 01 May 2008 10:21:00 GMT

Pim Verbeek, already missing Mark Viduka and Tim Cahill, has new player availability problems ahead of four FIFA World Cup qualifiers in June.

Ambitious Syria count on Kwid

Thu, 01 May 2008 08:57:00 GMT

Having guided Al Karama into the Champions League 2006 final, Mohamed Kwid is now being charged with leading Syria to South Africa 2010.

A closer look at Cabanas

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 12:42:00 GMT

The reigning South American Player of the Year, Salvador Cabanas is eager to fire America to glory and Paraguay to a place at South Africa 2010.

Bilic agrees two-year deal

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 11:48:00 GMT

Croatia coach Slaven Bilic has agreed to extend his contract for two more years, local media reported on Wednesday.

Daei threatens to quit Iran

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 16:19:00 GMT

Iran's coach Ali Daei launched a tirade against his FA on Tuesday, threatening to quit and revealing he is still waiting for a contract.

Bryan Ruiz: Gent's Tico talisman

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 08:05:00 GMT

After struggling in his first season in European football, Gent's Costa Rican striker Bryan Ruiz has gone on to take the Jupiler League by storm.

Hasek snubs Czech job

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 19:10:00 GMT

Al Ahly coach and former Czech Republic international Ivan Hasek on Monday pulled no punches in rejecting the job of national team coach.

Lippi: Capello's hands are tied

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 17:47:00 GMT

Italian FIFA World Cup winning coach Marcelo Lippi sympathised with England manager Fabio Capello on Monday.

Kewell to play in Ghana friendly

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 09:34:00 GMT

Harry Kewell said on Monday he will play in next month friendly against Ghana in preparation for Australia's block of vital FIFA World Cup qualifiers in June.

Kaka predicts he will peak in 2010

Sun, 27 Apr 2008 23:43:00 GMT

Brazilian star Kaka has revealed his desire to participate at Beijing 2008, and believes that, at 28, he will be at his peak at South Africa 2010.

Mokoena: We'll keep progressing

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 16:52:00 GMT

The South Africa captain discusses the shock departure of coach Carlos Alberto Parreira and the ways in which Bafana Bafana need to improve.

Korea Republic's search for new faces

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 12:30:00 GMT

Huh Jung-Moo's search for new talent to add to his squad has been relentless, as he seeks to guide the Taeguk Warriors to South Africa.

Capello: Beckham can play in 2010

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 10:31:00 GMT

David Beckham could play for England at the 2010 FIFA World Cup finals in South Africa if he looks after himself, coach Fabio Capello has said.

Ramirez to lead Mexico into qualifiers

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 23:38:00 GMT

Mexico will start their South Africa 2010 qualifying campaign under interim coach Jesus Ramirez, the Mexican Football Federation have confirmed.

Odejayi wins Nigeria call-up

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 22:51:00 GMT

Kayode Odejayi has been named in Nigeria's squad for next month's friendly with Austria and a FIFA World Cup qualifier against South Africa in June.

Erwin Koeman handed Hungary reins

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 13:47:00 GMT

The Hungarian Football Association announced on Thursday that it has appointed former Netherlands midfielder Erwin Koeman as national coach.

Luis Fabiano's high hopes

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 08:50:00 GMT

Luis Fabiano has starred for Sevilla and Brazil this past year. Here, the prolific striker tells FIFA.com of his goals for club and country.

Bafana turn to Papai Joel

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 14:26:00 GMT

The South African FA has confirmed that Flamengo coach Joel Santana will succeed Carlos Alberto Parreira in the Bafana Bafana hot-seat.

Cool Carrizo poised for greatness

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 12:52:00 GMT

After making his name with River Plate and impressing for his country, Juan Pablo Corrizo is about to complete a move to Serie A outfit Lazio.

Lions roar in Abidjan

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 10:26:00 GMT

In our latest Classic FIFA World Cup qualifier, we look to Africa - and a five-goal thriller served up by continental giants Cameroon and Côte d'Ivoire.

Yeom to miss four qualifiers

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 09:51:00 GMT

Korea Republic and Ulsan Hyundai winger Yeom Ki-hun will be sidelined for the next three months after fracturing his foot in a K-League match.

Okada brushes off crisis talk

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 08:19:00 GMT

Japan coach Takeshi Okada has dismissed accusations his side are in crisis and predicted they will reach the final round of 2010 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.

Bafana set to turn to Santana

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 23:56:00 GMT

The South African Football Association is set to appoint Flamengo coach Joel Santana as Carlos Alberto Parreira's successor, according to the club.

Parreira quits for personal reasons

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 15:17:00 GMT

Carlos Alberto Parreira has announced his decision to quit as coach of South Africa after 16 months in charge in order to return to his native Brazil.

IBC set for Johannesburg

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 14:29:00 GMT

The Nasrec Precinct in Johannesburg will be the venue for the International Broadcast Centre during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa.

El Chupete rides again

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 14:42:00 GMT

After losing his scoring touch and almost leaving for Argentina, Humberto Suazo is back in the goals again, much to the relief of Monterrey and Chile.

Host cities run poster competitions

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 07:53:00 GMT

Durban and Cape Town are running competitions which give residents the chance to design the official city posters for South Africa 2010.

Matar still UAE's shining star

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 07:49:00 GMT

FIFA.com checks on the progress of Ismail Matar since he became the first and only UAE player to win an adidas Golden Ball at a world finals.

Owen receives Capello boost

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 18:59:00 GMT

Fabio Capello has revealed that Michael Owen is part of his England plans, and added that he has been pleased by David Beckham's form.

Donovan: Anything can happen

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 08:25:00 GMT

Landon Donovan is feeling the heat ahead of USA's opening qualifier against Barbados, as FIFA.com found out in an exclusive interview.

Zambia boss sent packing

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 22:34:00 GMT

Patrick Phiri has ended his spell in charge of Zambia's national side after the country's FA said on Thursday his contract was not being renewed.

Nigeria turn to Amodu

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 21:15:00 GMT

Nigeria named Shaibu Amodu head coach of the national team on Thursday, two months after the exit of German boss Berti Vogts.

More of the same for Paraguay

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 13:47:00 GMT

Over the last decade, Paraguay have consistently featured alongside Argentina and Brazil in the battle for regional supremacy.

Chucho: The man for Mexico?

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 13:04:00 GMT

He may not have much senior experience, but caretaker Jesus Ramirez has something no other Mexican coach can claim: a world title.