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Donovan aims for national team return

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 00:48:00 GMT

Key USA forward Landon Donovan says he is hoping to reinvigorate his national team career following a four-month break from football, with the final round of Brazil 2014 qualifiers in the CONCACAF region delicately poised.

Panama, Costa Rica win as USA survive Azteca

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 06:07:00 GMT

Panama beat Honduras to take a surprise lead at the top of the CONCACAF Hexagonal, while USA picked up a historic point against ailing arch-rivals Mexico at the Azteca and Costa Rica found their form at home.

Statement on USA-Costa Rica

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 14:35:00 GMT

FIFA have released a statement after having received a letter via email and fax from the Costa Rica FA concerning their recent FIFA World Cup qualifier against USA.

Goodson: This is the big one

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 22:10:00 GMT

FIFA.com chats with USA defender Clarence Goodson just hours ahead of his first visit to Estadio Azteca, where the Americans meet Mexico in CONCACAF’s qualifying clasico.

All eyes on CONCACAF’s clasico

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 14:12:00 GMT

FIFA.com previews all the action as Mexico host arch-rivals USA on Tuesday at the Azteca in the main event of CONCACAF’s Hexagonal Matchday 3, when unbeaten Honduras, Jamaica and Panama try to keep up their form.

Mexico meltdown as USA remain cool

Sat, 23 Mar 2013 05:02:00 GMT

Matchday two of CONCACAF's Hexagonal qualifying for Brazil 2014 proved to be typically tight as USA edged Costa Rica in the snow, while Mexico wilted in the Honduran heat and Jamaica frittered away a lead to draw with Panama.

Take two for New World giants

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 15:49:00 GMT

With only a point to share between them, CONCACAF giants USA and Mexico get back to qualifying action this week, with the pressure on to find their feet. FIFA.com takes a closer look at Matchday 2 of the Hexagonal stage.

Guzan and the long wait

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 11:37:00 GMT

With injury forcing No1 Tim Howard out, USA's Brad Guzan is thrust into the limelight for the upcoming qualifiers against Costa Rica and Mexico. He talks to FIFA.com about playing the waiting game for club and country.

Klinsmann confident in new faces

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 22:29:00 GMT

USA coach Jurgen Klinsmann remains confident ahead of tough upcoming Brazil 2014 qualifiers against Costa Rica and Mexico, despite a host of players being unavailable due to injury, illness and unavailability.

Rodriguez: We’re cut out to be leaders

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 13:19:00 GMT

Ahead of their crunch qualifier with USA, FIFA.com spoke exclusively to Mexico captain Javier Rodriguez, who is back home after four years in Europe.

Klinsmann’s USA in the Hexagonal firing line

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 15:05:00 GMT

Jurgen Klinsmann vowed to make USA “more proactive,” but a recent loss to Honduras in their opening final-round qualifier rocked the regional giants as they take aim at a seventh straight FIFA World Cup™.

Jamaican joy as USA, Mexico suffer

Thu, 07 Feb 2013 05:42:00 GMT

USA lost on the road in Honduras, while Mexico were held at the Azteca by plucky Jamaica. FIFA.com wraps up all the action as the Hexagonal is up and running.

Honduras comeback edges out USA

Thu, 07 Feb 2013 02:01:00 GMT

A Jerry Bengtson winner 11 minutes from full time lifted Honduras to an important 2-1 victory over USA in the opening match in the final stage of CONCACAF qualifiers for Brazil 2014.

Bradley: The game never stops

Tue, 05 Feb 2013 13:36:00 GMT

USA’s midfield stalwart Michael Bradley talks to FIFA.com about the team’s mentality, his recent move to Italian giants Roma and hopes of American success on the road to Brazil 2014.

Sextet prepare for Hexagonal battle

Tue, 05 Feb 2013 13:12:00 GMT

Mexico, USA, Jamaica, Costa Rica, Panama and Honduras are all in action on Wednesday as CONCACAF’s notorious final ‘Hexagonal’ qualifying round kicks off.

USA, Canada in goalless stalemate

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 06:21:00 GMT

USA concluded preparations for the final stage of CONCACAF qualifying for Brazil 2014 with a low key goalless draw against Canada in Houston.

Mexico rule roost in CONCACAF’s 2012

Thu, 27 Dec 2012 15:51:00 GMT

Mexico won all six of their games in the semi-final round of 2014 FIFA World Cup™ qualifying, and they will join USA, Jamaica, Panama, Honduras and Costa Rica in the hunt for places at Brazil 2014 in the New Year.

Hexagonal fixtures confirmed in CONCACAF

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 03:23:00 GMT

The fixtures for final six-team (Hexagonal) round of Brazil 2014 qualifying in CONCACAF are now known, with USA opening against Honduras on the road and Mexico hosting Jamaica.

Klinsmann: Donovan still in my US plans

Thu, 01 Nov 2012 21:41:00 GMT

Veteran playmaker Landon Donovan remains respected by USA coach Jurgen Klinsmann and in the German's plans for the final round of FIFA World Cup™ qualifying in CONCACAF.

Joy of six in CONCACAF

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 04:14:00 GMT

USA, Jamaica, Panama, Honduras and Costa Rica all got the results they needed to join mighty Mexico in the final six-team hexagonal round of CONCACAF qualifying for Brazil 2014.

USA move on with Jamaica

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 02:58:00 GMT

Clint Dempsey scored a brace to lead USA to a 3-1 home victory over Guatemala and into next year's CONCACAF final round qualifying for Brazil 2014, where they will be joined by Jamaica who edged through on goal difference.

Moment of truth for CONCACAF pack

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 15:48:00 GMT

Five teams will join in-form Mexico in the final six-team hexagonal round of CONCACAF qualifying for Brazil 2014 after a tense set of games on Tuesday night. FIFA.com previews what promises to be a nail-biting evening.

Relief for USA as Ticos resurrect campaign

Sat, 13 Oct 2012 05:48:00 GMT

On a night when Panama and El Salvador failed to book early passage to the final round of CONCACAF qualifying, USA and Costa Rica claimed crucial wins on the road.

Johnson brace lifts USA to victory

Sat, 13 Oct 2012 03:46:00 GMT

Eddie Johnson scored a pair of goals, including the game-winner in the 90th minute, to lift the USA to a 2-1 victory over Antigua and Barbuda in CONCACAF qualifying.

All on the line in CONCACAF

Thu, 11 Oct 2012 17:23:00 GMT

Jurgen Klinsmann's struggling USA need to keep their nerve on Friday, while El Salvador and Panama will aim to join Mexico in the final round of CONCACAF qualifying for Brazil 2014.

Donovan, Shea to miss qualifiers

Wed, 10 Oct 2012 00:39:00 GMT

USA will be without key attacker Landon Donovan and midfielder Brek Shea after injury forced the pair out of Jurgen Klinsmann's squad for the crucial upcoming Brazil 2014 qualifiers against Antigua and Barbuda, and Guatemala.

Klinsmann: Pressure is no problem

Tue, 09 Oct 2012 16:26:00 GMT

USA coach Jurgen Klinsmann speaks exclusively to FIFA.com about his team's tense position in Brazil 2014 qualifying, and his attempts to balance results while making larger changes in US Soccer.

Dempsey, Howard get USA calls

Mon, 08 Oct 2012 21:20:00 GMT

Tottenham striker Clint Dempsey and Everton goalkeeper Tim Howard were among 24 players named by US coach Jurgen Klinsmann on Monday to the training camp for two crucial FIFA World Cup™ qualifiers.

Mexico first to advance

Wed, 12 Sep 2012 06:13:00 GMT

Narrow winners over Costa Rica, Mexico became the first side to reach the final six-team phase, while Cuba were the first to be eliminated. FIFA.com relives Tuesday’s action in the CONCACAF Zone.

Gomez helps USA to victory

Wed, 12 Sep 2012 04:24:00 GMT

A second-half goal from Herculez Gomez lifted USA to victory against Jamaica in Brazil 2014 qualifying, avenging a defeat against the same opponent last Friday.

Klinsmann: We have to fix things

Sat, 08 Sep 2012 17:33:00 GMT

Jurgen Klinsmann has urged his USA side to play a "smarter" game after the Americans were beaten 2-1 by Jamaica in FIFA World Cup qualifying.

Mexico stand firm, Jamaica sink USA

Sat, 08 Sep 2012 06:13:00 GMT

Though there were away wins for Mexico and Honduras, CONCACAF heavyweights USA went down in Kingston while Canada put the brakes on fast-starting Panama as FIFA.com reviews the action.

Jamaica upset USA, Mexico cruise

Sat, 08 Sep 2012 04:59:00 GMT

Jamaica recovered an early deficit to beat USA in Brazil 2014 qualifying, while Mexico defeated Costa Rica 2-0 to move closer to progression, Honduras won 3-0 in Cuba and Canada edged Panama.

Tests for favourites USA, Mexico

Fri, 07 Sep 2012 08:39:00 GMT

The fates of teams in the North, Central America and Caribbean region will become clearer after Friday's matches with only the top two teams from each group automatically qualifying for the hexagonal.

Dempsey happy to be back in action

Thu, 06 Sep 2012 18:23:00 GMT

USA forward Clint Dempsey admits he is glad to be back training among a group after his stand-off with Fulham this season.

Howard: Azteca win means everything to us

Wed, 05 Sep 2012 10:47:00 GMT

Tim Howard speaks to FIFA.com about how intimidating it is to play at the Azteca, USA’s historic recent win there, Jurgen Klinsmann’s unique coaching, the Americans' Brazil 2014 qualifying campaign, and his targets with Everton.

USA claim historic win in Mexico

Thu, 16 Aug 2012 07:43:00 GMT

Michael Orozco Fiscal was USA's goal hero as the Americans ended their 75-year wait for a win on Mexican soil with a 1-0 triumph at the Azteca.

Mexico to host USA

Thu, 21 Jun 2012 22:08:00 GMT

Mexico and USA will warm up for more 2014 FIFA World Cup qualifiers later this year by renewing their rivalry with a friendly at Estadio Azteca on 15 August.

USA held as Mexico win again

Wed, 13 Jun 2012 06:13:00 GMT

USA and Jamaica were held to draws by Guatemala and Antigua and Barbuda respectively, while Mexico claimed their second win in Brazil 2014 qualifying in CONCACAF.

Mexico, Panama prosper as USA slip up

Wed, 13 Jun 2012 05:18:00 GMT

USA let a lead slip in Guatemala, while Panama and Mexico kept up their winning ways. FIFA.com takes a look back at this week's Brazil 2014 qualifying action in CONCACAF.

Hard road ahead for USA, Mexico

Mon, 11 Jun 2012 14:17:00 GMT

USA face a tough trip to Guatemala, while Mexico travel to El Salvador for a must-win match. FIFA.com previews the latest round of CONCACAF qualifying.

Klinsmann: USA must play better in Guatemala

Sun, 10 Jun 2012 23:54:00 GMT

USA coach Jurgen Klinsmann says his side must improve for their visit to Guatemala in a key match amongst six CONCACAF FIFA World Cup™ qualifiers on Tuesday.

USA, Mexico triumph as Ticos draw

Sat, 09 Jun 2012 07:00:00 GMT

USA and Mexico got their Brazil 2014 qualifying campaigns off to winning starts, while a ten-man Canada side narrowly overcame Cuba, and Costa Rica were held to a 2-2 draw by El Salvador.

CONCACAF giants out of the gates

Sat, 09 Jun 2012 05:31:00 GMT

Mexico and USA both earned 3-1 wins in their first Brazil 2014 qualifiers on Friday, while Canada and Panama picked up valuable points on the road.

Howard: We need to beat Antigua

Thu, 07 Jun 2012 19:08:00 GMT

Goalkeeper Tim Howard expects to see his USA team pile the pressure on Antigua and Barbuda when they meet in the third round of FIFA World Cup™ qualifying on Friday.

Underdogs wait as Mexico, USA enter fray

Thu, 07 Jun 2012 16:15:00 GMT

FIFA.com previews the third round of Brazil 2014 qualifiers in North, Central America and the Caribbean, in which Mexico and USA will begin their campaigns against rank outsiders.

Antigua’s underdogs face the firing line

Wed, 30 May 2012 18:13:00 GMT

Antigua and Barbuda have breathed fresh life into CONCACAF, and they face a date with destiny and USA on 8 June. FIFA.com chats to the hopeful Wadadli Boys about their chances.

Jones: I'll give everything to reach Brazil

Tue, 29 May 2012 08:04:00 GMT

Ahead of USA’s qualifying campaign for Brazil 2014, FIFA.com spoke exclusively with Jermaine Jones about his new-found leadership role and his reputation as a no-nonsense midfield enforcer.

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.

Donovan: Klinsmann and I share a vision

Mon, 21 May 2012 08:25:00 GMT

In the first part of FIFA.com's exclusive interview with USA star Landon Donovan, he speaks about LA Galaxy's indifferent start to the season, Jurgen Klinsmann's appointment as national team coach and his love for the FIFA World Cup.

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.