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European qualifying fixtures announced

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 16:52:00 GMT

All but two of the Groups in European Zone qualifying for Brazil 2014 have had their fixtures finalised, with England, France, Italy and Spain starting out away to Moldova, Finland, Bulgaria and Georgia respectively.

Olsen: It could have been worse

Sun, 07 Aug 2011 17:16:00 GMT

"Things could have turned worse for us, even though getting Cyprus and Iceland out of pots five and six will make it a tricky group," Egil Olsen, Norway coach.

Trio targeting top spot

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:28:00 GMT

The race for first place promises to be an enthralling tussle as Group E pits together three sides – Norway, Slovenia and Switzerland – in the FIFA/Coca-Cola World Ranking top 30.

Drama and derbies await in Europe

Sun, 31 Jul 2011 00:37:00 GMT

The draw for the European zone yielded some potentially thrilling sections, with local rivalries set to be stirred and the world champions left to do battle with another winner of football's ultimate prize.

A tournament of firsts

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 03:13:00 GMT

South Africa 2010 was bursting with unprecedented events in a whole range of areas, from team results to player landmarks. FIFA.com now takes you through a full list of firsts.

South Africa 2010: 32 teams, 32 stories

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 10:13:00 GMT

Join FIFA.com as we take a look back at all of the 32 sides that contributed to the football extravaganza that was South Africa 2010.

The adidas Golden Ball: a look back

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 10:05:00 GMT

The adidas Golden Ball is just days away from being announced. FIFA.com takes a trip down memory lane to recall previous winners of the accolade.

Creativity to the fore in goal celebrations

Mon, 05 Jul 2010 13:30:00 GMT

FIFA.com and Coca-Cola bring you access to the best goal celebrations from South Africa 2010 and classics from other FIFA World Cups™.

All the right moves

Sun, 04 Jul 2010 12:34:00 GMT

FIFA.com's Move of the Day section showcases all the best examples of top-class individual technique exhibited by the biggest names in FIFA World Cups™ present and past.

Mum settled Defoe's nerves

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 00:09:00 GMT

Forward Jermain Defoe said that he was nothing but nerves the night before he scored the goal that sent England through to the Round of 16.

England, USA made to sweat

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 15:53:00 GMT

"EASY" declared one English tabloid when the Group C draw was made but it proved anything but for either England or USA, the latter advancing in dramatic last-gasp fashion.

Slovenia find promise amid the pain

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 12:19:00 GMT

FIFA.com hears coach Matjaz Kek and defender Marko Suler find positive signs for the future despite Slovenia's painful, last-gasp first-round elimination.

Kek: Slovenia has shown its potential

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 10:07:00 GMT

Slovenia manager Matjaz Kek was both proud and devastated after his team were knocked out of the FIFA World Cup in the cruellest of manners.

Thrilling finales to Groups C and D

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 22:38:00 GMT

Wednesday’s final round of matches in both Group C and D provided tension aplenty and ended in Round of 16 berths for Germany, USA, Ghana and England.

Crunch time for young stars

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 21:55:00 GMT

Day 13 at the 2010 FIFA World Cup gave seven eligible candidates for the Hyundai Young Player Award a chance to shine. FIFA.com reflects.

Lampard praises England fans

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 20:28:00 GMT

Frank Lampard praised the England fans after the 1-0 victory over Slovenia that sent the Three Lions through to the Round of 16.

Capello hopeful over Rooney injury

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 19:41:00 GMT

England coach Fabio Capello indicated that he expects Wayne Rooney to recover from his injured ankle in time for their next match on Sunday.

Capello toasts England victory

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 18:50:00 GMT

Fabio Capello allowed his England players to drink beer the night before their match against Slovenia - and then watched them reach the last 16.

Defoe strike sends England through

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 17:03:00 GMT

A lone goal from Jermain Defoe proved enough for England to edge past Slovenia in a tough contest and advance to the Round of 16, while the result left the Slovenians heartbroken.

Defoe set to face Slovenia

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 13:35:00 GMT

Jermain Defoe looked set to be handed the job of firing England into the FIFA World Cup knock-out stage in Port Elizabeth this afternoon.

England ready for make or break clash

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 11:45:00 GMT

England will face Slovenia in their closing Group C game here on Wednesday wearing an all red kit for only the sixth time in their history.

Bigger challenges lay ahead for Maradona

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 07:14:00 GMT

Argentina coach Diego Maradona admitted his side will face greater tests after their 2-0 victory over Greece at the Peter Mokaba Stadium.

Capello sticks by Final claim

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 00:11:00 GMT

England coach Fabio Capello repeated his assertion that the Three Lions could reach the Final despite their early struggles.

Heavyweights feel the heat

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Everything is still to play for in Groups C and D where all eight teams are still in with a shout – and England and Germany risk an early exit.

Who will go through from Group C?

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 22:05:00 GMT

FIFA.com wants to know which two sides you think will advance from Group C into the Round of 16.

Kek: 'A good starting point'

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 21:29:00 GMT

Slovenia coach Matjaz Kek feels that Slovenia have put themselves in a good position going into their final group match against England.

Capello, Gerrard say England will deliver

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 19:24:00 GMT

Coach Fabio Capello and captain Steven Gerrard said that they've seen good signs in training and expect England to be back on form against Slovenia.

Slovenia-England preview

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 15:53:00 GMT

England have reached their moment of truth in Group C as they go in search of their first win against a Slovenia side needing only to avoid defeat to qualify.

Kek: Fearless Slovenia’s biggest test

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 13:40:00 GMT

Matjaz Kek speaks to FIFA about his side's historic achievements in South Africa and explains why they have no need to fear England ahead of their Group C decider.

Apologetic Terry trains

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 11:10:00 GMT

England defender John Terry was first out on the training ground this morning as the Three Lions tried to refocus minds after a poor start.

Koren: Slovenia focused on last 16

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 08:12:00 GMT

Slovenia captain Robert Koren insists his team still believe they can attain their pre-tournament goal of reaching the last 16 of the FIFA World Cup.

Waddle worried for England

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 23:42:00 GMT

Ex-England winger Chris Waddle talks to FIFA.com about England's early struggles in Group C and the parallels with their Italy 1990 campaign.

Sink or swim for England

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 18:55:00 GMT

Two uninspiring draws have left England desperately looking to regain the form they displayed during qualifying for South Africa 2010.

Slovenia look to cut England down to size

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 18:27:00 GMT

Slovenia are making a big play of their status as the little man against the might of England but captain Robert Koren believes victory in Wednesday's crucial game is attainable.

Referee designations for matches 33-40

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 09:38:00 GMT

Wolfgang Stark has been appointed as referee for England’s final Group C match with Slovenia in Port Elizabeth.

Capello: I can take the pressure

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 08:18:00 GMT

Fabio Capello insists he is strong enough to cope with the pressure of England's do-or-die clash with Slovenia on Wednesday.

Birsa: We can upset England

Sun, 20 Jun 2010 13:48:00 GMT

Slovenia midfielder Valter Birsa has warned England that their status as the biggest team in Group C means nothing and that a shock could be on the cards on Wednesday.

Bocanegra warns England on Slovenia

Sat, 19 Jun 2010 17:57:00 GMT

USA captain Carlos Bocanegra has warned England they will be in for a tough game against Slovenia when the sides meet in a FIFA World Cup™ Group C encounter in Port Elizabeth on Wednesday.

Koren: This game is for real

Sat, 19 Jun 2010 15:28:00 GMT

It is a game that will decide the qualifying places in Group C and Slovenia captain Robert Koren says they will be properly prepared to face England.

Group C: State of play

Sat, 19 Jun 2010 00:06:00 GMT

Slovenia lead Group C by two points going into the last round of matches but all four teams retain hope of advancing. FIFA.com looks at the possible permutations.

Joy for Jovanovic, Bradley family pride

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 22:01:00 GMT

England's 0-0 draw followed a pattern for them at FIFA World Cups™ but goals by Landon Donovan and Milan Jovanovic made a little bit of history.

Lessons ignored as big guns stumble

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 21:48:00 GMT

Day 8 was one to forget for two of the Europe's powerhouses as Germany lost and England drew while slow-starting USA staged a memorable fightback.

All eyes on England for Slovenia

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 20:41:00 GMT

Slovenia coach Matjaz Kek said that his team may well benefit from the lesson that comes with squandering up a two-goal half-time lead to the USA.

Bradley completes US fightback

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 17:02:00 GMT

Coach's son Michael Bradley scored the 82nd-minute equaliser as USA retrieved a 2-0 half-time deficit to earn a deserved draw with Group C rivals Slovenia.

Bocanegra shows respect to Slovenia

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 10:40:00 GMT

USA captain Carlos Bocanegra is adamant his team will not be underestimating Slovenia in their Group C match in Johannesburg.

England eye progress, Germany more goals

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Three more pivotal matches mark Day 8 with Serbia and England having little room for error, while Germany look to maintain their remarkable start.

USA remember old lessons

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 20:08:00 GMT

United States coach Bob Bradley said that his team has learned its lessons from both tough wins and heart-breaking losses.

Little Slovenia thinking big

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 09:18:00 GMT

Slovenia trio Valter Birsa, Miso Brecko and Matej Mavric speak to FIFA about defying the odds, and the doubters, to make history at South Africa 2010.

Slovenia-USA preview

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 19:30:00 GMT

Slovenia go into their match against USA as Group C leaders, knowing that a win will take them through to the last 16 with a game to spare. The Americans, however, are in confident mood.

USA: Defeat is not an option

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 20:57:00 GMT

Several United States players indicated that they understand that their FIFA World Cup fate hangs in the balance against Slovenia.

Koren looking forward to England

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 16:12:00 GMT

Slovenia captain Robert Koren insists his side will not be looking to avenge last year's friendly defeat by England when the two meet again.