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Hart: Failure not an option

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 02:44:00 GMT

England goalkeeper Joe Hart says he is not contemplating failure to reach Brazil 2014 despite the Three Lions having little margin for error after their 1-1 draw in Montenegro in Tuesday.

Hodgson: It is still in our hands

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 02:35:00 GMT

With three of their four remaining matches to be played at home, England manager Roy Hodgson says his side are still masters of their own Brazil 2014 destiny.

Spain triumph, Montenegro hold firm

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 00:04:00 GMT

FIFA.com wraps up another massive evening of European Brazil 2014 qualifying highlighted by a crucial win for world champions Spain on their trip to Paris, while Montenegro and England remain evenly poised after a hard-fought draw.

England pegged back in Podgorica

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 22:32:00 GMT

England could only take a point away from Montenegro despite a bright first half which saw them take the lead through Wayne Rooney. Substitute Dejan Damjanovic equalised in a second-half dominated by the hosts.

Vukcevic: A win would be huge

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 14:10:00 GMT

England are fast becoming one of Montenegro's most familiar opponents, but despite two confidence-building draws for the six-year-old nation, Simon Vukcevic told FIFA.com he is expecting a tough test in Podgorica.

Crunch time for former champions

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 08:03:00 GMT

Spain's trip to France is among the eye-catching fixtures in Tuesday's European Zone FIFA World Cup qualifiers. FIFA.com previews the action.

Oxlade-Chamberlain: This is the big one

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 05:51:00 GMT

England midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain says there is enough experience in the Three Lions camp to handle the atmosphere in Tuesday's crucial Brazil 2014 qualifier against Montenegro in Podgorica.

Hodgson cautious despite San Marino demolition

Sat, 23 Mar 2013 03:07:00 GMT

England manager Roy Hodgson warned his players not to get carried away after they outclassed San Marino 8-0 in Brazil 2014 qualifying, ahead of a key visit to Montenegro on Tuesday.

Spain stumble, Portugal rescue point

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 23:25:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews all the action from a massive evening of Brazil 2014 qualifiers in Europe highlighted by a shock draw at home for world champions Spain against Finland, while Portugal narrowly avoided defeat in Israel.

England hit San Marino for eight

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 22:15:00 GMT

England dominated their FIFA World Cup qualifying match against San Marino, with six different English goalscorers contributing to the victory. It was the first time the Three Lions had struck eight since 1987.

Savic: We need all three points

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 13:48:00 GMT

Stefan Savic believes Montenegro need to claim all three points against Moldova, believing they must remain focussed, while England are suffering a defensive crisis and the UEFA EURO 2012 hosts meet in Group H.

Parker confident of Brazil 2014 qualification

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 04:52:00 GMT

Ahead of upcoming qualifiers against San Marino and Montenegro, England midfielder Scott Parker remains confident the Three Lions will qualify for Brazil 2014.

Cahill ruled out of San Marino game

Tue, 19 Mar 2013 10:59:00 GMT

Chelsea defender Gary Cahill has been ruled out of England's FIFA World Cup™qualifier in San Marino on Friday due to injury.

Ferdinand withdraws from squad

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 13:47:00 GMT

Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has pulled out of the England squad for the upcoming FIFA World Cup qualifiers with San Marino and Montenegro as he manages his fitness.

Lescott called up as Lennon and Dawson out

Sun, 17 Mar 2013 18:44:00 GMT

Manchester City defender Joleon Lescott has been called up to the England squad for the FIFA World Cup qualifying games against San Marino and Montenegro, with Aaron Lennon and Michael Dawson out with injuries.

Hodgson: England primed for provocation

Sat, 16 Mar 2013 23:19:00 GMT

Looking ahead to the upcoming FIFA World Cup qualifiers, England manager Roy Hodgson is preparing his team to "be ready tactically, technically and mentally" when they make the trip to Podgorcia to take on Montenegro.

Hodgson: Fitness the difference for Dawson

Sat, 16 Mar 2013 14:35:00 GMT

England manager Roy Hodgson put Michael Dawson's recent run of fitness for his inclusion in his squad for their FIFA World Cup™ qualifiers with San Marino and Montenegro.

Baines: Neville a wise inclusion

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 14:18:00 GMT

Leighton Baines has said England manager Roy Hodgson made a shrewd move by adding Gary Neville to his back-room staff, beleiving the former Manchester United defender has provided valuable insight to the side.

Duo remain perfect, France troubling Spain

Sat, 29 Dec 2012 07:32:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews the European race for Brazil 2014 places so far, including crucial games and goals and an intriguing stat, and looks at some of the biggest upcoming clashes.

Hodgson: Character is vital

Tue, 20 Nov 2012 10:14:00 GMT

In the second part of our exclusive two-part interview with Roy Hodgson, the England manager highlights the importance of being surrounded by a squad of full of good characters.

Gerrard gets all-clear for historic friendly

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 19:11:00 GMT

England captain Steven Gerrard is set to win his 100th cap in Wednesday's friendly away to Sweden after being cleared to travel with the squad following a scan on a knee injury.

Hodgson: We need to have a successful team

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 08:16:00 GMT

In the first part of an exclusive two-part interview with FIFA.com, England manager Roy Hodgson talks about his appointment, Brazil 2014 qualifying and leaving a successful legacy for his successors.

Hodgson: England ready to fight for qualification

Fri, 19 Oct 2012 03:39:00 GMT

England manager Roy Hodgson remains unconcerned about his side's ability to reach Brazil 2014 despite dropping four points in recent matches.

Hodgson: Rain delay affected players

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 20:38:00 GMT

England boss Roy Hodgson feared his team had lost some of their spark during the 24-hour delay to their FIFA World Cup™ qualifier with Poland.

Poland earn point against England

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 18:08:00 GMT

Wayne Rooney's 30th goal for England was cancelled out by Kamil Glik's header as Poland held England to a 1-1 draw in the Group H qualifier in Warsaw.

Sting in the tail for Germany, Spain

Tue, 16 Oct 2012 22:58:00 GMT

Surprise results littered Tuesday's 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™ qualification, as Germany let slip a four goal lead to draw 4-4 with Sweden, Northern Ireland held Portugal and France stunned Spain to grab a point in the closing seconds.

Poland-England match rescheduled

Tue, 16 Oct 2012 22:05:00 GMT

The Group H match between Poland and England which was postponed due to a waterlogged pitch has been rescheduled for Wednesday 17 October at 17.00 local time.

Hodgson excited about England's future

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 17:51:00 GMT

Roy Hodgson believes the senior England players will find if "harder and harder" to hold on to their place because of the rapid development of the younger talent at his disposal.

Excitement as Euro elite face off

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 07:00:00 GMT

Five games pit table-toppers against close rivals on Matchday 4 of European Zone qualifying for the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil, as FIFA.com explains.

Chelsea duo sidelined for Three Lions

Sun, 14 Oct 2012 17:12:00 GMT

England will head to Poland for their FIFA World Cup qualifier on Tuesday without Chelsea pair Frank Lampard and Ryan Bertrand due to a knee injury and illness respectively.

Welbeck relishing Rooney combination

Sun, 14 Oct 2012 12:06:00 GMT

After England's comfortable 5-0 win over San Marino on Friday, Daniel Welbeck is enjoying his forward partnership with Manchester United team-mate Wayne Rooney and believes they can top their FIFA World Cup™ qualifying group.

Walcott misses Poland clash

Sat, 13 Oct 2012 18:54:00 GMT

England will be without Theo Walcott for their FIFA World Cup qualifier in Poland on Tuesday after the Arsenal forward suffered a chest injury against San Marino.

Russia, Belgium impress as groups take shape

Sat, 13 Oct 2012 00:07:00 GMT

Belgium and Russia were both in smashing form in FIFA World Cup™ qualifying on Friday, moving into commanding positions in their respective groups.

Easy night for five-goal England

Fri, 12 Oct 2012 22:28:00 GMT

Manchester United team-mates Wayne Rooney and Danny Welbeck bagged a brace each as England cruised to a straightforward 5-0 victory at home to San Marino in Group H.

Rooney to captain England

Thu, 11 Oct 2012 14:20:00 GMT

The Football Association have announced that Wayne Rooney will captain England in tomorrow's FIFA World Cup qualifier against San Marino.

High stakes in Belgrade, Moscow and Piraeus

Thu, 11 Oct 2012 07:08:00 GMT

England, the Netherlands and Sweden may be expected to build up their goal difference on Matchday 3, but in Serbia-Belgium, Russia-Portugal and Greece-Bosnia-Herzegovina, the menu has some fascinating, hard-to-call fixtures.

Hart backs Rooney for captaincy

Thu, 11 Oct 2012 00:08:00 GMT

With Steven Gerrard suspended and deputy Frank Lampard in doubt with a knee injury, goalkeeper Joe Hart has backed striker Wayne Rooney for the captaincy when England face San Marino in Friday's Brazil 2014 qualifier.

Thorpe inspires Rooney to dream of World Cup glory

Wed, 10 Oct 2012 02:26:00 GMT

Wayne Rooney hopes he is ready to finally perform at his best for England after being inspired by the words of Olympic swimming legend Ian Thorpe at the opening of the Football Association's new National Football Centre.

Banks: Lack of competition could affect Hart

Wed, 10 Oct 2012 02:08:00 GMT

Legendary England goalkeeper Gordon Banks says complacency stands in the way of Joe Hart potentially becoming the best shotstopper in the world.

Gibbs set to miss England qualifiers

Sat, 06 Oct 2012 20:49:00 GMT

England defender Kieran Gibbs is set to miss the country's FIFA World Cup qualifiers against San Marino and Poland after sustaining an injury in Arsenal's match on Saturday.

Forster, Shawcross named by Hodgson

Thu, 04 Oct 2012 11:12:00 GMT

Roy Hodgson has revealed his squad for England's FIFA World Cup qualifiers against San Marino and Poland this month, with Celtic goalkeeper Fraser Forster and Ryan Shawcross the new inclusions.

Experience matters to Hodgson

Fri, 28 Sep 2012 15:14:00 GMT

Roy Hodgson has outlined the importance of experience and weighed in on the good and bad points to take from his England side's UEFA EURO 2012 campaign.

Ferguson: Ferdinand England return unlikely

Fri, 28 Sep 2012 11:48:00 GMT

Sir Alex Ferguson has said that he does not expect Roy Hodgson to recall Rio Ferdinand to the England squad despite John Terry retiring from international duty.

Hodgson disappointed by Terry's retirement

Mon, 24 Sep 2012 12:43:00 GMT

England manager Roy Hodgson has spoken of his disappointment at John Terry's decision to quit international football, while FA general secretary Alex Horne has questioned the justification for the defender's decision.

Terry retires from international football

Sun, 23 Sep 2012 21:07:00 GMT

John Terry has announced his decision to retire from international football, bringing to a close an England career which saw the Chelsea captain amass 78 caps.

Lampard: Team rebuilding will take time

Thu, 13 Sep 2012 00:32:00 GMT

With England needing a late goal to claim a draw at home against Ukraine this week, midfielder Frank Lampard believes it will take time for the Three Lions to find the perfect blend of youth and experience.

England to play Brazil and Ireland in 2013

Wed, 12 Sep 2012 13:53:00 GMT

England will play friendlies against Brazil and the Republic of Ireland in 2013 as a way of launching the Football Association's 150th anniversary, the national governing body announced on Wednesday.

Jagielka satisfied with return

Wed, 12 Sep 2012 12:52:00 GMT

Phil Jagielka is confident England's FIFA World Cup qualifying draw with Ukraine would prove a good result - provided they now took a grip on Group H.

Hodgson focused on finding right blend

Wed, 12 Sep 2012 09:06:00 GMT

FIFA.com analyses England's opening two matches in FIFA World Cup qualifying, with manager Roy Hodgson still looking for the right blend between experience and young talent.

Hodgson plays down reliance on 'old guard'

Wed, 12 Sep 2012 01:00:00 GMT

Roy Hodgson came to the defence of his England squad after a 1-1 draw with Ukraine, stating that he felt his younger players such as Danny Welbeck and Ryan Bertrand came in and made the difference.

Powerhouses make steady progress

Wed, 12 Sep 2012 00:23:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews all the 2014 FIFA World Cup™ qualifying action from Europe on a positive evening for the continent's major nations, although both Germany and Spain were made to work overtime before collecting wins.