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Altidore: I'm at home in Alkmaar

Thu, 24 May 2012 08:11:00 GMT

FIFA.com hears from Jozy Altidore on belatedly finding success in Europe with Dutch side AZ Alkmaar, and on the future with USA under Jurgen Klinsmann.

Dempsey, Fulham's American hero

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:12:00 GMT

FIFA.com takes a closer look at USA standout and Fulham marksman Clint Dempsey’s keen eye for goal, positional versatility and overall passion.

Klinsmann: I’d love to play Mexico every day

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 08:58:00 GMT

The second half of FIFA.com’s two-part interview with USA coach Jurgen Klinsmann touches on his admiration from Mexico, player development, his hopes of finding a 'hidden Messi' and the road to Brazil 2014.

Klinsmann: USA need to be proactive

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 08:48:00 GMT

Jurgen Klinsmann chats to FIFA.com about his first six months as USA coach, desire to follow the blueprint of Spain and Barcelona and to see more Americans playing in the UEFA Champions League.

Delights and disappointments

Sat, 31 Dec 2011 06:00:00 GMT

Asian and Caribbean upsets, tight battles in South America and a first-ever win for American Samoa were among the latest qualifying tales as the race for Brazil 2014 heated up.

Mexico fancied in formidable group

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 16:43:00 GMT

Reigning CONCACAF champions Mexico will be heavy favourites to reach the next phase of qualifying for Brazil 2014 in a Group B that also includes Costa Rica, El Salvador and surprise package Guyana.

Americans expectant, Wadadli Boyz dream

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 16:01:00 GMT

USA and Jamaica are the favourites to advance from Group A into the final round of CONCACAF qualifying, but Guatemala have been in fine form and Antigua and Barbuda are eager to continue their fairytale run.

Klinsmann excited by French test

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 19:02:00 GMT

USA coach Jurgen Klinsmann says he is relishing the opportunity to test his team against European powers France in their friendly in Paris on Friday.

Klinsmann hunts first US road win

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 19:40:00 GMT

USA coach Jurgen Klinsmann, seeking his first away victory since taking charge, announced his squad on Thursday for friendlies against UEFA EURO 2012 qualifiers France and Slovenia.

CONCACAF draw stokes regional fires

Sun, 31 Jul 2011 00:06:00 GMT

The road to Brazil 2014 features some intriguing match-ups in the North, Central America and Caribbean Zone with Round Two featuring several regional derbies and Mexico taking on Costa Rica in Round Three.

The FIFA World Cup in pictures and videos

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 16:18:00 GMT

What better way to relive the 2010 FIFA World Cup thank to take a few moments flicking through our hundreds of exclusive photos and videos from the month-long tournament?

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.

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.

Living it up in the last eight

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 18:02:00 GMT

With Ghana and Paraguay in the South Africa 2010 quarter-finals, FIFA.com recalls the surprise packages in the last eight at recent tournaments.

Stars looking to score

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 09:30:00 GMT

FIFA.com takes a look at why the likes of Lionel Messi, Fernando Torres and Kaka have failed to open their goalscoring accounts at South Africa 2010.

Bradley's future to be decided

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 15:05:00 GMT

Talks will take place between USA coach Bob Bradley and the US Soccer Federation over the way forward following their departure from the FIFA World Cup™.

Ghana: We will carry the flag for Africa

Sun, 27 Jun 2010 16:54:00 GMT

Ghana are revelling in the attention as the last remaining African side at the FIFA World Cup™ and they are counting down the hours until they face Uruguay in the quarter-finals.

Howard puts case for stronger defence

Sun, 27 Jun 2010 15:24:00 GMT

If the USA are to develop into genuine FIFA World Cup title contenders then their defence has to improve, says their goalkeeper Tim Howard.

US at crossroads after emotional ride

Sun, 27 Jun 2010 15:12:00 GMT

It was a roller-coaster FIFA World Cup™ for USA as they won their group for the first time in 70 years but crashed out in the last 16 when a semi-final spot seemed attainable.

Bradley: Final chapter is yet to be written

Sun, 27 Jun 2010 14:47:00 GMT

There is more to come from the USA football team despite their heartbreaking 2-1 extra-time loss to Ghana in their last-16 clash on Saturday, says coach Bob Bradley.

Ghana, 'the pride of Africa'

Sun, 27 Jun 2010 10:14:00 GMT

South Africa rejoiced in Ghana's win over USA, making them only the third African side to reach a FIFA World Cup quarter-final and the continent's only team left in the tournament.

Coach has Ghana on the brink of history

Sun, 27 Jun 2010 10:01:00 GMT

Ghana is poised to become the first African team to reach the FIFA World Cup semi-finals, thanks in part to a Serbian coach whose discipline has the Black Stars shining bright.

Inkoom: We can win it

Sun, 27 Jun 2010 08:43:00 GMT

Samuel Inkoom believes Ghana can become the first African team to win the FIFA World Cup after beating the USA 2-1 to book themselves a quarter-finals date with Uruguay.

A 'bridge too far' for the US

Sun, 27 Jun 2010 00:31:00 GMT

After a run of dramatic comebacks in South Africa, Tim Howard admitted the USA ran out of rescue acts as they suffered extra-time elimination at the hands of Ghana.

Rajevac: Ghana can go further

Sat, 26 Jun 2010 23:55:00 GMT

Ghana coach Milovan Rajevac credit his team's experience gained during the CAF Africa Nations Cup for their success after their 2-1 win over the United States.

Ghana strike, Celeste roll back years

Sat, 26 Jun 2010 22:51:00 GMT

As the Round of 16 began with dramatic wins for Uruguay and Ghana, FIFA.com's daily stats review focuses on landmarks and historical notes for both the winners and losers.

Heroes rise for Ghana and Uruguay

Sat, 26 Jun 2010 22:34:00 GMT

On a day of narrow margins, the first pair of Round of 16 ties finished with Uruguay and Ghana celebrating progress through goals from Luis Suarez and Asamoah Gyan.

Black Starlets thrive on Day 16

Sat, 26 Jun 2010 22:26:00 GMT

Performances from Jonathan Mensah and Budweiser Man of the Match Andre Ayew helped Ghana beat USA 2-1 and reach the quarter-finals.

Gyan fires Ghana into the last eight

Sat, 26 Jun 2010 22:20:00 GMT

Asamoah Gyan scored three minutes into extra time to secure a historic place in the FIFA World Cup™ quarter-finals for Ghana after a dramatic 2-1 victory over USA in Rustenburg.

It ain't over til it's over

Sat, 26 Jun 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Landon Donovan's dramatic injury-time strike for USA against Algeria was the latest in a long line of FIFA World Cup™ late shows, as FIFA.com discovers.

Cup-tie fever hits South Africa

Sat, 26 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The 2010 FIFA World Cup will enter the first round of knockout matches with Uruguay and Korea Republic opening proceedings followed by USA meeting Ghana.

Bush: USA will be world champions

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 23:33:00 GMT

FIFA.com spoke to NFL superstar Reggie Bush about the FIFA World Cup, similarities between football and the US version and his support for the Nelson Mandela Foundation.

Rajevac warns of Ghana's ambition

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 21:15:00 GMT

Ghana manager Milovan Rajevac declared that the United States could expect a "90-minute war" when the two sides meet on Saturday.

Pantsil: We'll give it everything

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 20:30:00 GMT

Ghana defender John Pantsil looks ahead to today's last-16 showdown with USA in Rustenburg and a reunion with his club colleague Clint Dempsey.

Bradley: We could go far

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 18:22:00 GMT

United States coach Bob Bradley said that with the pressure of the group stage behind them, the USA now have a chance to "go to the end".

USA-Ghana preview

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 17:56:00 GMT

USA's never-say-die spirit and Ghana's attacking ability should ensure an open, exciting contest when the teams meet in the Round of 16 on Saturday.

USA flush with attacking options

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 15:35:00 GMT

USA striker Jozy Altidore spoke to FIFA.com about the attacking options open to coach Bob Bradley as the Americans await their Round of 16 clash with Ghana.

Rematch opens old wounds

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 14:03:00 GMT

With a second round battle between USA and Ghana looming, FIFA.com takes look back at the decisive Germany 2006 contest between the two, which the Black Stars won 2-1.

Edu: Teamwork the key

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 17:57:00 GMT

USA midfielder Maurice Edu hailed his side's heart, unity and character following their thrilling late win over Algeria.

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.

Gyan happy to represent Africa

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 12:07:00 GMT

Ghana might be known as the 'Black Stars' but on Wednesday they shone brightly as Africa's sole representative in last 16 of the FIFA World Cup.

Bradley: Something special

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:11:00 GMT

Landon Donovan and coach Bob Bradley talked about the midfielder's growth and the dramatic victory over Algeria that sent the USA through to the last 16.

Rajevac wants Africa's support

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 23:52:00 GMT

Ghana coach Milovan Rajevac hopes to have the suppoert of all Africans when his team face the United States in the Round of 16.

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.

D-Day for Donovan and Defoe

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 22:10:00 GMT

Jermain Defoe and Landon Donovan scored the all-important goals that took England and USA through to the last 16, and they share top billing in today's statistical review.

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.

M’Bolhi, Algeria’s pleasant surprise

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 21:16:00 GMT

Having fallen at the first hurdle of South Africa 2010, Les Fennecs can at least console themselves with the discovery of a fine young custodian.

Saadane: 'We should have done better'

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 19:54:00 GMT

Coach Rabah Saadane believes that Algeria have a bright future ahead of them, though whether he will be in charge is not yet known.

Stateside euphoria

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 19:23:00 GMT

Many USA fans back home skipped out on work to watch their 1-0 win over Algeria and erupted in euphoria after Landon Donovan's dramatic winner.