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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.

A start to remember

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 14:55:00 GMT

With 2011 coming to a close, FIFA.com takes a look back at the opening rounds of the South American qualifiers for Brazil 2014, in which coaching casualties, upsets and sumptuous goals all featured.

Suarez shines as Uruguay rout Chile

Sat, 12 Nov 2011 03:34:00 GMT

Uruguay striker Luis Suarez turned in a stunning virtuoso performance by scoring all four goals as Uruguay overwhelmed Chile 4-0, while Argentina could only draw with Bolivia and Paraguay beat Ecuador.

Four-goal Suarez makes more history

Sat, 12 Nov 2011 03:24:00 GMT

In the absence of South Africa 2010 adidas Golden Ball winner Diego Forlan, his Uruguay strike partner Luis Suarez stepped up to down La Roja with a virtuoso display.

Uruguay cut loose, Argentina frustrated

Sat, 12 Nov 2011 02:53:00 GMT

South American qualifying leaders Uruguay thrashed Chile to shrug aside any 11/11/11 ill omens, though it was a lean day for Argentina, Colombia and Ecuador.

Hosts favoured in reunion round

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 10:10:00 GMT

Argentina-Bolivia, Paraguay-Ecuador and Uruguay-Chile may have ended all square at this year’s Copa America, but the home sides will be confident of victory given their impressive records in the fixture.

Injured Forlan misses out for Uruguay

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 20:24:00 GMT

Uruguay's record goal-scorer Diego Forlan was missing from coach Oscar Tabarez's 25-man squad for the FIFA World Cup qualifier against Chile on 11 November.

Uruguay hit front as Argentina crash

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 04:56:00 GMT

A draw in Asuncion took Uruguay clear at the top of the table, while Venezuela and Colombia earned respective historic wins over Argentina and Bolivia, and Chile bounced back.

Colombia, Chile kick-start campaigns

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 03:53:00 GMT

Colombia scored an important 2-1 win in Bolivia, Chile bounced back to form against Peru, while Uruguay collected a hard-won point in Paraguay on the second day of 2014 FIFA World Cup™ qualifying in South America.

A derby and a debut in South America

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 17:10:00 GMT

The start of Colombia’s campaign and the clash between Chile and Peru in the Pacific derby are the main talking points ahead of Matchday 2 in the South American qualifiers for Brazil 2014.

Reborn Argentina set for Venezuela test

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 05:52:00 GMT

Argentina will be seeking to maintain the momentum of their one-sided win over Chile when they face Venezuela on Tuesday in the second round of 2014 FIFA World Cup™ qualifiers in South America.

Home sides dominate in South America

Sat, 08 Oct 2011 04:51:00 GMT

Uruguay and Argentina shrugged off the rain to start their Brazil 2014 qualifying campaign with big home wins, while Ecuador and Peru also saw off their guests.

Uruguay begin finals bid with win

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 22:26:00 GMT

Copa America winners Uruguay got their 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil qualifying campaign off to the perfect start as they beat continental outsiders Bolivia 4-2.

Godin: Everyone will want to beat Uruguay

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 16:43:00 GMT

Uruguay defender Diego Godin has described them as the team everyone will want to beat as the Copa America winners begin their 2014 FIFA World Cup™ qualification against Bolivia.

South America ready for the big kick-off

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 13:21:00 GMT

FIFA.com looks ahead to Matchday 1 in the South American qualifiers for Brazil 2014, widely expected to be the most open preliminary competition to date.

The South American qualifiers explained

Tue, 04 Oct 2011 19:09:00 GMT

The CONMEBOL qualifying competition for Brazil 2014 gets underway on Friday, and FIFA.com explains the format of the star-studded, nine-team tournament.

South American qualifiers in numbers

Tue, 04 Oct 2011 17:12:00 GMT

With the start of the South American qualifiers for Brazil 2014 just days away, FIFA.com whets your appetite with a series of fascinating stats from previous competitions.

Brazil absence throws CONMEBOL race open

Sat, 30 Jul 2011 21:51:00 GMT

With just nine teams in the running for four direct berths for Brazil 2014 and one intercontinental play-off spot, there is all to play for in the South American Zone.

The spirit of Queretaro returns

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 01:08:00 GMT

Germany's senior side of 1986 and current U-17s have something in common: being based in Queretaro at a world finals. FIFA.com chats to Toni Schumacher and Olaf Thon about the location.

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?

South Africa 2010: The Interviews

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 12:02:00 GMT

During the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa, some of the tournament's biggest names spoke to FIFA.com. Here, we look back at a selection of what they had to say.

Forlan proves his class on greatest stage

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 15:54:00 GMT

South Africa 2010 has seen Uruguay striker Diego Forlan prove doubters in England wrong after his disappointing stint at Manchester United several years ago.

Ramos crowned as La Roja conquer

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 11:05:00 GMT

Sergio Ramos has topped the Castrol Index at the end of a FIFA World Cup in which Spain's outstanding defence provided the foundation for a first-ever world title.

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.

Forlan: A reward for Uruguayan football

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 00:43:00 GMT

Just minutes after learning of his award, the adidas Golden Ball winner for the 2010 FIFA World Cup granted an exclusive interview to FIFA.com.

Prize confirms Forlan's rise

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 00:39:00 GMT

Uruguay's Diego Forlan has been rewarded for some superb performances in South Africa with the adidas Golden Ball previously won by the likes of Diego Maradona, Ronaldo and Zinedine Zidane.

Forlan and Muller strike gold

Sun, 11 Jul 2010 22:22:00 GMT

Diego Forlan has been named Best Player at the 2010 FIFA World Cup™, with German newcomer Thomas Muller picking up two separate individual awards.

Uruguay back in the big time

Sun, 11 Jul 2010 14:30:00 GMT

Fourth in the world and the Golden Ball for Diego Forlan – Uruguay enjoyed a memorable campaign in South Africa as they reached the semi-finals for the first time since 1970.

It's just the beginning, say proud Uruguayans

Sun, 11 Jul 2010 12:05:00 GMT

Uruguay's players heralded a new era for the two-time FIFA World Cup winners in the wake of their 3-2 defeat by Germany in the third-place play-off match.

Tabarez keen to stay with Uruguay

Sun, 11 Jul 2010 10:37:00 GMT

Oscar Tabarez would like to continue as Uruguay coach after guiding them to fourth place at the FIFA World Cup - their best finish in 40 years.

The Final in numbers

Sun, 11 Jul 2010 08:45:00 GMT

With the 19th FIFA World Cup Final just hours away, FIFA.com examines some of the statistics around the two teams and the history of this fixture.

Artists poised for Final showdown

Sun, 11 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Netherlands and Spain meet at Soccer City in the Final of the 2010 FIFA World Cup on Sunday. The match, which will end with a new name on the Trophy, promises to be an enthralling spectacle.

Low lauds German strength after fightback

Sat, 10 Jul 2010 22:53:00 GMT

Joachim Low hailed Germany's spirit after they came from behind to defeat Uruguay 3-2 in a thrilling game on Saturday and secure third place at the 2010 FIFA World Cup™.

Goals galore as Muller follows Pele

Sat, 10 Jul 2010 21:57:00 GMT

FIFA.com reflects on the statistics from a night on which Germany strengthened their impressive record in a fixture that continues to prove a reliable source of goals.

Germany pip Uruguay to third place

Sat, 10 Jul 2010 21:31:00 GMT

Sami Khedira's 82nd-minute winner earned Germany their fourth FIFA World Cup bronze medal as they defeated Uruguay 3-2 in an exciting Port Elizabeth play-off.

Victorino: Finishing third is important

Sat, 10 Jul 2010 08:42:00 GMT

A virtual outcast during Uruguay’s qualifying campaign, Mauricio Victorino became an integral part of the set-up in South Africa. He took time out to tell FIFA about his "amazing experience".

Muller: We aim to lay down a marker

Sat, 10 Jul 2010 08:38:00 GMT

Germany’s exciting young forward Thomas Muller spoke exclusively to FIFA.com about the third-place play-off against Uruguay, his chances of a personal accolade, and who he thinks will win the FIFA World Cup.

Football hoping for fabulous finish

Sat, 10 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Having enjoyed enthralling runs to the semi-finals, both Uruguay and Germany will be hoping to end the tournament on a high in the match for third place at Port Elizabeth Stadium on Saturday.

Forlan fit to face Germany

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 18:51:00 GMT

Uruguay forward Diego Forlan, who is among the nominees for the adidas Golden Ball, has been pronounced fit to face Germany in the match for third place.

Record not on Klose's mind

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 16:26:00 GMT

Miroslav Klose is hoping to shake off a back injury ahead of Germany's match with Uruguay in what will be his last chance to write his name into the FIFA World Cup history books.

Flu hits Germans amid Klose worrries

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 12:30:00 GMT

Germany have been hit with flu worries as well as concerns over the fitness of star striker Miroslav Klose ahead of Saturday's clash with Uruguay.

Uruguay-Germany preview

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 11:15:00 GMT

A podium place is on offer as beaten semi-finalists Uruguay and Germany meet in Nelson Mandela Bay/Port Elizabeth in the traditionally goal-laden third-place play-off.

adidas Golden Ball nominees announced

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 11:15:00 GMT

The FIFA General Secretary Jérôme Valcke and adidas Group CEO Herbert Hainer today officially announced the 10 nominees for the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ adidas Golden Ball.

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.

Pereira: We are gunning for third

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 08:27:00 GMT

The pain of a semi-final defeat will last for a while, says Uruguay defender Maximiliano Pereira, but that won't stop his side from looking to claim that prized third place.

Tabarez promises hard fight

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 21:57:00 GMT

Uruguay coach Oscar Tabarez said his side intend to "fight to the death" in their match for third place against Germany on Saturday.

Goalscorers put best foot forward

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 12:29:00 GMT

The adidas Golden Boot winner for South Africa 2010 will join a long and esteemed list of recipients of the award, all of whom have lit up football's premier event.

Spaniards on top as Lahm slips

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 10:49:00 GMT

Sergio Ramos has moved to the top of the latest Castrol Index and is followed in the leading positions by each of his Spanish defensive colleagues.

Entertainment assured in consolation game

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 09:57:00 GMT

There may be less at stake, but the clash to decide who finishes third in the FIFA World Cup often tends to be packed with entertainment, with a glut of goals all part of the tradition.

Spain and Oranje set up Soccer City finale

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 22:07:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews the semi-final action after Spain beat Germany to join the Netherlands, winners against Uruguay, in Sunday's Final and ensure a new name on the Trophy.

'Best year' turns sour for Forlan

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 18:17:00 GMT

Uruguay striker Diego Forlan left Cape Town devastated last night but at least able to look back on the best year of his career.