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Diallo: Guinea have no margin for error

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 08:07:00 GMT

Guinea’s qualification for the 2012 CAF African Cup of Nations is a step in the right direction for a side down on its luck a couple of years ago. Syli National left-back Ibrahima Diallo tells FIFA.com more.

Ahmed Hassan: African football has changed

Sun, 16 Oct 2011 21:20:00 GMT

“There are no easy groups any more. African football has changed. I know that from personal experience playing with the national team. In the previous qualifiers we faced sides that were by no means weak but we still failed to go through,” Egypt captain Ahmed Hassan.

A test for the Pharaohs

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 20:43:00 GMT

Despite their recent worrying dip in form, Egypt are the favourites to take Group G of African qualifying, where the threat will come from improving Guinea and Zimbabwe.

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.

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.

North African duo a step closer

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 23:57:00 GMT

Late goals made for a dramatic day of qualifying as Tunisia and Algeria stayed on course for South Africa 2010 at the expense of Nigeria and Egypt.

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.

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.

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.

Msowoya the hero for Malawi

Sat, 05 Sep 2009 15:41:00 GMT

A Chiukepo Msowoya-inspired Malawi came from behind to beat Guinea 2-1 at home and revive their hopes of reaching next year's African finals.

Drogba to lead Elephants forward

Sat, 29 Aug 2009 23:46:00 GMT

Didier Drogba will lead Côte d'Ivoire's squad for their potentially decisive South Africa 2010 qualifier with Burkina Faso on 5 September.

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.

Home comforts for duo

Sun, 21 Jun 2009 22:12:00 GMT

Titi Camara guided Guinea to victory in their first South Africa 2010 qualifier since he took over and Frederic Kanoute scored in a key win for Mali.

Camara focused on Guinea task

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 22:22:00 GMT

Former Liverpool and Marseille forward Aboubacar Camara has been handed the task of reviving the fortunes of the struggling Guinean national team.

African eagles top the bill

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 15:09:00 GMT

Some of Africa's contenders will go head-to-head this weekend in three of the continent's five South Africa 2010 preliminary groups.

Algeria on top in Africa

Sun, 07 Jun 2009 22:51:00 GMT

Some of Africa's traditional giants are in danger of missing South Africa 2010, while the likes of Algeria and Ghana impressed in the latest action.

Intrigue aplenty in Africa

Sun, 07 Jun 2009 22:05:00 GMT

Cameroon and Morocco fail to gain significant ground on Gabon after a draw, as Nigeria, Benin and the Ivory Coast earn wins to leapfrog rivals.

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.

Halilhodzic recalls Toure, Dindane

Wed, 20 May 2009 12:54:00 GMT

Côte d'Ivoire coach Vahid Halilhodzic has named Yaya Toure, Aruna Dindane and Arouna Kone in his squad for next month's South Africa 2010 qualifiers.

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.

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.

Zakazaka relishing Drogba date

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 11:10:00 GMT

Jimmy Zakazaka is looking forward to competing against Didier Drogba and his Côte d'Ivoire team-mates, but insists Malawi will not be overawed.

Bangoura boost for Guinea

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 19:01:00 GMT

Guinea boss Robert Nouzaret is breathing a sigh of relief as Ismael Bangoura looks to have recovered from injury earlier than expected.

Group E Quotes

Wed, 26 Nov 2008 17:59:00 GMT

Vahid Halilhodzic, Côte d'Ivoire coach
Our main goal is to reach the World Cup. That's what everyone is dreaming of, especially Côte d'Ivoire, who have some fantastic players but perhaps lack the overall quality to achieve something big.

Ivorians in neighbourhood fight

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 18:54:00 GMT

African qualifying Group E is full of possible surprises as near neighbours Côte d'Ivoire, Guinea and Burkina Faso join Malawi.

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.

Joy for Africa's winning trio

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 21:41:00 GMT

There were celebrations for three teams in African qualifying on Sunday, as Burkina Faso, Egypt and Guinea all secured first place in their groups.

D-day in Africa

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 16:08:00 GMT

Egypt clinched Group 12 and a spot in the final round with a win over Djibouti, while Angola pipped Uganda to the runners-up spot in Group 3.

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.

Africa's battlelines are drawn

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 08:22:00 GMT

With 17 places in the next round up for grabs on the final weekend of the first group phase, FIFA.com previews the action in Groups 1-6.

FIFA determines kick-off times

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 16:19:00 GMT

FIFA has decided against all games on the final matchday of the African Zone qualifying for South Africa 2010 kicking off simultaneously.

Keita earns Guinea recall

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 15:55:00 GMT

Guinea have recalled striker Alhassane Keita to their squad for their vital FIFA World Cup qualifier against Kenya on 12 October.

Benin through as Congo climb

Sun, 07 Sep 2008 19:06:00 GMT

Benin won to join Nigeria and Cameroon in the third phase of African Zone qualifying, while Côte d'Ivoire and Egypt are on the brink of progression.

Egypt gain advantage

Sun, 07 Sep 2008 14:50:00 GMT

Mohamed Aboutrika's 30th-minute strike gave Egypt a 1-0 win over Congo DR, opening up a three-point gap at the top of Group 12.

Race to join Nigeria resumes

Wed, 03 Sep 2008 23:28:00 GMT

The penultimate round of the second phase of African qualifying takes place this weekend. FIFA.com previews the action in Groups 1 to 6.

Warm-up friendlies for African giants

Tue, 19 Aug 2008 07:43:00 GMT

In preparation for September's FIFA World Cup qualifiers, African teams are contesting a number of friendlies, with some new faces in the dugouts.

Super Eagles seal their place

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 07:53:00 GMT

With four wins in four games, Nigeria have already secured their berth in the final qualifying phase, while five others can join them in September.

Big guns sign off in style

Sun, 22 Jun 2008 21:33:00 GMT

Congo DR, Benin, Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana, Guinea, Egypt and Mali all picked up important wins to help their bids to reach South Africa 2010.

Ghana and Guinea go top

Sun, 22 Jun 2008 16:20:00 GMT

In the latest FIFA World Cup qualifying action in Africa, Ghana and Guinea each moved to the top of their respective group after winning at home.

Super Eagles on the brink

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 09:51:00 GMT

With another round of FIFA World Cup qualifiers in Africa this weekend, FIFA.com previews the upcoming encounters in Groups 1 to 6.

Tough day for Africa's big guns

Sat, 14 Jun 2008 20:11:00 GMT

Egypt, Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana, Morocco, Cameroon, Angola and Mali all dropped precious points this Saturday on the road to South Africa 2010.

Bafana lose as Ivorians draw

Sat, 14 Jun 2008 15:56:00 GMT

In the South Africa 2010 qualifiers in Africa today, Ghana fell to Gabon, Côte d'Ivoire were held by Botswana and South Africa lost to Sierra Leone.

Quartet sight another stride

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 08:47:00 GMT

Angola, Cameroon, Ghana and Nigeria will be out to put one foot in the next phase of African qualifying, while others will attempt to stay alive.

Mice hope to roar in Africa

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 07:33:00 GMT

A quartet of southern Africa minnows will be relying on home advantage to upset their opposition in FIFA World Cup qualifiers this weekend.

Big guns fire in Africa

Sat, 07 Jun 2008 20:38:00 GMT

There were no major surprises on Saturday as Africa's traditional superpowers swept the board in the latest round of qualifiers for South Africa 2010.

Tunisia back on track

Sat, 07 Jun 2008 18:06:00 GMT

Tunisia bounced back from last week's loss to take a 2-0 win over Seychelles, while Kenya, Egypt and Algeria also took full points.

Action hots up in Africa

Thu, 05 Jun 2008 17:04:00 GMT

After an intriguing opening week of FIFA World Cup qualifiers in Africa, the continent's giants return to face some worthy foes in Round 2.