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Favourites struggle as Eto'o returns

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:44:00 GMT

The last two African champions only managed draws in the latest round of African qualifying for 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™, but Cameroon icon Samuel Eto'o led his side to victory over Togo with a brace. FIFA.com reviews the action.

Nigeria snatch point, Elephants cruise

Sat, 23 Mar 2013 20:34:00 GMT

Nigeria waited until the last minute of stoppage time to secure a 1-1 draw with Kenya in African FIFA World Cup™ qualifying, while Côte d'Ivoire beat Gambia 3-0 and Burkina Faso won 4-0 against Niger.

Gabon sanctioned for using ineligible player

Thu, 20 Dec 2012 11:19:00 GMT

The FIFA Disciplinary Committee has sanctioned the Gabon FA for fielding an ineligible player in the preliminary competition match of the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™ between Niger and Gabon.

Giants drop points on the road

Sun, 10 Jun 2012 00:28:00 GMT

Tunisia made it two wins from two, while South Africa, Nigeria, Senegal and Côte d'Ivoire all had to make do with away draws on Saturday in the African qualifying campaign for Brazil 2014.

Crunch clashes come early in Africa

Fri, 08 Jun 2012 04:18:00 GMT

Algeria are just one of the African favourites making tricky away debuts this weekend in Brazil 2014 qualifying, while Ghana travel to face continental champions Zambia. FIFA.com previews a heavy schedule of crucial fixtures in Africa.

Bafana falter on day of frustration

Sun, 03 Jun 2012 21:49:00 GMT

It was a tough day for strikers in Africa as Bafana Bafana were held at home by Ethiopia, Nigeria just earned a win and no side managed more than a single goal.

African favourites seek home comfort

Thu, 31 May 2012 02:41:00 GMT

The Brazil 2014 preliminaries reach the group stage in Africa this weekend with a host of continental giants seeking to ease anxieties by making a positive start to their respective campaigns.

Put names squad for qualifiers

Wed, 23 May 2012 16:57:00 GMT

Paul Put has named his 24-man squad for Burkina Faso's upcoming FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Congo and Gabon, as well as Saturday's friendly with Benin.

Green spells hope for Gabon’s Aubameyang

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 07:47:00 GMT

Gabon striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is hoping he can carry forward his form with French side Saint-Etienne to the CAF African Cup of Nations this January.

Aubameyang: Reaching the World Cup is a dream

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 01:58:00 GMT

“Reaching the world finals for the first time in Gabon’s history is a dream we can achieve if we really put our minds to it,” Gabon forward Pierre-Eymerick Aubameyang.

All to play for in even section

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 10:04:00 GMT

Group E is set to be wide open with all four contenders looking in with a shot of qualification, as Burkina Faso, Gabon, Niger and first round favourites Congo all have reasons to talk up their own chances.

New stars emerge in Angola

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 09:11:00 GMT

The Cup of Nations was a showcase for players seemingly on the cusp of greatness. We look at Egypt’s Gedo and a few other stars in the making.

Lions through on dramatic day

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 19:50:00 GMT

Cameroon made it five from five for FIFA World Cup qualifiers in the Africa Cup of Nations last eight, but not without help from surprising Zambia.

Lions tear Group D wide open

Sun, 17 Jan 2010 22:44:00 GMT

Cameroon came from behind to defeat Zambia 3-2, while Tunisia and Gabon drew to leave all four teams with a way through at the Cup of Nations.

Cousin strike shocks Cameroon

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 18:20:00 GMT

Hull City striker Daniel Cousin was the hero as Gabon caused the biggest upset so far in a shock-filled Cup of Nations by defeating Cameroon 1-0.

Cameroon and Nigeria celebrate

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 20:30:00 GMT

The Indomitable Lions and the Super Eagles booked their places at South Africa 2010, while Egypt and Algeria face play-off on Wednesday.

Cameroon coast to sixth finals

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 18:18:00 GMT

The Indomitable Lions held firm to top Group A, joining fellow Africans South Africa, Ghana and Côte d'Ivoire at the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Aubameyang's family ties

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:26:00 GMT

Willy and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang are aiming to step out of their legendary father's shadow and preserve Gabon's South Africa 2010 ambitions.

African qualifiers preview

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 11:19:00 GMT

Algeria or Egypt? Cameroon or Gabon? Tunisia or Nigeria? A dramatic conclusion ensues as Africa's last three places at the FIFA World Cup are seized.

Indomitable Lions roar under Le Guen

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 06:34:00 GMT

Cameroon are in pole position to reach South Africa 2010 with the Indomitable Lions' campaign reinvigorated by former Lyon coach Paul Le Guen.

Ivorians advance as Egypt survive

Sat, 10 Oct 2009 19:33:00 GMT

Didier Drogba's equaliser in Malawi was enough to send Côte d'Ivoire through, while Cameroon and Egypt improved their South Africa 2010 prospects.

Cameroon, Egypt boost hopes

Sat, 10 Oct 2009 18:28:00 GMT

Cameroon cruised to a 3-0 win over Togo to move closer to South Africa 2010, while Egypt eked out a 1-0 victory in Zambia to boost their chances.

Desert Warriors date with destiny

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 01:05:00 GMT

The penultimate qualifying matches for the South Africa 2010 may see Algeria qualify for the finals for the first time in more than 23 years.

Webo: I feel very important

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 08:55:00 GMT

Cameroon forward Pierre Achille Webo chatted to FIFA.com about his role in the team, coach Paul Le Guen and their chances of securing qualification.

Four places still up for grabs

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 08:12:00 GMT

FIFA.com looks at the preliminary picture in the Africa Zone with just two matchdays remaining in the final round of an exciting qualifying campaign.

Cameroon edge Gabon, go top

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 18:47:00 GMT

Despite a late scare, goals from Jean Makoun and Samuel Eto'o proved enough to earn Cameroon a 2-1 win over Gabon that put them top of Group A.

Ivorians on cusp as Lions roar

Sat, 05 Sep 2009 20:13:00 GMT

Côte d'Ivoire recorded an emphatic victory to move on to the verge of qualification, while Cameroon won in Gabon to reignite their chances.

Cameroon rally in Gabon

Sat, 05 Sep 2009 18:02:00 GMT

Cameroon revived their hopes of reaching South Africa 2010, with goals from Achille Emana and Samuel Eto'o securing a 2-0 win away to Gabon.

Didier Ovono, Gabon’s globe-trotter

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 08:00:00 GMT

Gabon's No1 keeper talks to FIFA.com about his nomadic club career and his nation's hopes of reaching the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa.

Assou-Ekotto back for Cameroon

Sat, 29 Aug 2009 23:13:00 GMT

Benoit Assou-Ekotto returns to the Cameroon squad to strengthen the defence for their two vital South Africa 2010 qualifiers against Gabon.

Qualification in sight for African trio

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 09:46:00 GMT

The current African Zone qualifiers for South Africa 2010 has seen several countries taking steady strides towards next year's event.

Gabon-Cameroon encounter postponed

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 12:59:00 GMT

The match in Group A of the third phase of African Zone qualifying for South Africa 2010, originally scheduled for 20 June, has been postponed.

Panthers set the pace in Africa

Sat, 06 Jun 2009 20:14:00 GMT

Gabon's emphatic 3-0 win over Togo was the standout result on a day of African action that also brought joy to Zambia, Burkina Faso and Tunisia.

Gabon maintain perfect start

Sat, 06 Jun 2009 19:54:00 GMT

Goals from Bruno Ecuele, Roguy Meye and Moise Brou earned Gabon a 3-0 win at home to Togo, and moved them on to six points from two games.

African contest hots up

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 03:30:00 GMT

Following some opening round shocks, FIFA World Cup qualifying in Africa could have a vastly clearer picture following this weekend's vital matches.

Africa's French connection

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 17:30:00 GMT

French coaches have a history of plying their trade on the African continent, and FIFA.com casts an eye over some of the first, best and worst.

Giresse: June is always pivotal

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 14:24:00 GMT

FIFA.com chats exclusively with Alain Giresse as the former France great pushes his upstart Gabon towards a world debut at South Africa 2010.

Surprises all over the world

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 11:04:00 GMT

Shockwaves were felt all around Planet Football this week as some of the true powers of the world game fell to unexpected qualifying defeats.

Gabon bask in the glory

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 13:39:00 GMT

There has been widespread and understandably varied reaction to the opening matches in the final group phase of Africa's 2010 qualifiers.

Upsets add to African intrigue

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 12:21:00 GMT

Gabon, Mozambique, Togo and Zambia pulled off surprise results to heighten the appeal of the final phase of African qualifying for South Africa 2010.

Gabon stun Morocco, Togo triumph

Sat, 28 Mar 2009 22:39:00 GMT

Gabon grabbed the headlines as Round 3 of the Africa Zone qualifying competition began, while Emmanuel Adebayor was on target in Togo's win.

Final surge begins in Africa

Thu, 26 Mar 2009 11:31:00 GMT

The final phase of African Zone qualifying for South Africa 2010 will begin this weekend, with 20 teams chasing five places at the FIFA World Cup.

Veteran pair back for Morocco

Sat, 14 Mar 2009 15:19:00 GMT

Morocco have handed recalls to defender Abdeslam Ouaddou and striker Nourdin Boukari for their FIFA World Cup qualifier against Gabon.

A Tiger among Panthers

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 09:03:00 GMT

Morocco, Cameroon and Togo will complicate their quest to reach South Africa 2010, but Daniel Cousin is urging Gabon to give it their best shot.

Group A Quotes

Wed, 26 Nov 2008 17:44:00 GMT

Alain Giresse, Gabon coach
It's a pretty difficult draw. Fortunately, it's what happens on the pitch that counts and that's what we'll be thinking about. We're going to prepare well and give ourselves every chance.

Only one Lion will roar

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 17:24:00 GMT

Cameroon are the fancied side in African qualifying Group A, with Togo, Morocco and Gabon hoping to put in some hard resistance.

Cameroon handed tough test

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 11:25:00 GMT

The Indomitable Lions have been handed a group with Togo, Morocco and Gabon. Egypt, meanwhile, were placed with Rwanda, Algeria and Zambia.

Watch the draw live on FIFA.com!

Wed, 15 Oct 2008 15:52:00 GMT

Follow the draw for the final round of African Zone qualifiers for the 2010 FIFA World Cup streamed live on Wednesday at 12.00 CET.

African seeds established

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 09:08:00 GMT

Cameroon, Egypt, Ghana, Nigeria and Côte d'Ivoire are the seeded teams for the final round of African qualifying for South Africa 2010.

Big names make no mistake

Sat, 11 Oct 2008 22:35:00 GMT

Senegal were the only major side to fall as Round Three of the African qualifiers for the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa entered the final straight.

All to play for in Africa

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 09:43:00 GMT

With so many places still up for grabs and a plethora of potential outcomes, FIFA.com takes you through the possible scenarios group-by-group.