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31 DAYS TO GO! Lucio Leads Brazil To Glory

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Wed, 17 May 2017 09:17:00 GMT

Brazil’s 31-year-old defender Lucio was an unlikely hero for his country in a memorable 2009 FIFA Confederations Cup final, scoring a late header that broke American hearts. 


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30 DAYS TO GO! Buy your tickets now

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Thu, 18 May 2017 09:00:00 GMT

There is just 30 days to go until the Opening Match of the FIFA Confederations Cup 2017 and tickets for the Tournament of Champions are on sale now.


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29 DAYS TO GO! Seeing red at the Confederations Cup

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Fri, 19 May 2017 09:41:00 GMT

In total, 29 players have been sent off in Confederations Cup history, and 14 of these dismissals came as a result of straight red cards.


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28 DAYS TO GO! Sochi's White Head

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Sat, 20 May 2017 09:00:00 GMT

On 28 March 2017, the Fisht Stadium was reopened in Sochi after undergoing reconstruction ahead of the FIFA Confederations Cup. The stadium has already hosted the Russian Cup Final and four games will be played there during the Confederations Cup, including one of the semi-finals


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27 DAYS TO GO! Zinha's wonder-goal

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Sun, 21 May 2017 09:00:00 GMT

Of Mexico’s 33 goals at the FIFA Confederations Cup, it’s No27 that stands out in particular. At Germany 2005, attacking midfielder Zinha unleashed a stunning long-range strike, which was voted the Confederations Cup’s best-ever goal by users of FIFA.com and FIFA TV on YouTube in 2013.


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26 DAYS TO GO! Path to the Trophy decided in Kazan

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Mon, 22 May 2017 09:00:00 GMT

On 26 November 2016, the competing teams at the Tournament of Champions discovered their fate during the Official Draw in Kazan, Russia, where all eight countries were divided into two groups of four.


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24 DAYS TO GO! Flawless France

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Wed, 24 May 2017 09:00:00 GMT

In total, France scored 24 goals in two campaigns at the FIFA Confederations Cup in 2001 and 2003, and they won both of them, maintaining a 100 per cent record at the competition. This winning streak puts Les Bleus second in the list of the most successful teams at the Confederations Cup.


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23 DAYS TO GO! When Turkey knocked out Brazil

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Thu, 25 May 2017 10:00:00 GMT

On 23 June 2003, one of the biggest shocks in Confederations Cup history took place when Turkey qualified for the semi-finals at Brazil’s expense. The Turks managed to secure the point they needed in a 2-2 draw against their more decorated opponents in the final group-stage match, the only time A Seleção have not made it out of the group stage in the tournament’s history.


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22 DAYS TO GO! Summer in Moscow awaits

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Fri, 26 May 2017 09:51:00 GMT

The average temperature in Moscow in June, when the Confederations Cup matches are taking place there, is 22 degrees, which is contrary to the popular stereotype of Russia always being very cold. From 17 June to 2 July, supporters do not need to worry about cold weather, while during this time, the Spartak Stadium will be the hottest spot in the city in every respect!


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21 DAYS TO GO! Neymar sets Confederations Cup alight

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Sat, 27 May 2017 09:12:00 GMT

The leader of the Brazilian attack was only 21 at the FIFA Confederations Cup played on home soil in 2013 and the goal he scored in the third minute of the opening match against Japan was his 21st strike in a Seleção shirt.


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20 DAYS TO GO! Denilson’s golden days

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Sun, 28 May 2017 09:26:00 GMT

Denilson was just 20-years-old when he helped Brazil to victory at the 1997 FIFA Confederations Cup. The Brazilian winger kick-started a stellar career at Saudi Arabia 1997, providing numerous assists for in-form strikers Romario and Ronaldo.


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19 DAYS TO GO! Uruguay's youngest goalscorer

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Mon, 29 May 2017 12:45:00 GMT

Uruguay’s Marcelo Zalayeta remains the youngest-ever goalscorer at the FIFA Confederations Cup. Zalayeta had just turned 19 when he struck against Czech Republic at Saudi Arabia 1997.


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18 DAYS TO GO! Hwang Sunhong’s unbelievable flick

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Tue, 30 May 2017 09:52:00 GMT

Hwang Sunhong wore the No18 shirt when he starred for hosts Korea Republic in 2001. The second highest-scorer in Korea Republic’s history scored two of the Taeguk Warriors’ three goals at the tournament, a year ahead of their breakthrough showing at the 2002 FIFA World Cup.


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17 DAYS TO GO! The tragedy of Marc-Vivien Foe

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Wed, 31 May 2017 09:07:00 GMT

Tragedy struck the FIFA Confederations Cup in 2003 with the passing of Cameroon No17 Marc-Vivien Foe. The midfielder was unable to be revived after collapsing in the semi-final against Colombia, with Cameroon competing in the final as a tribute to their colleague.


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16 DAYS TO GO! 16 games at the Tournament of Champions

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Thu, 01 Jun 2017 09:30:00 GMT

The format of the 2017 FIFA Confederations Cup remains a 16-match tournament. As it has been for the seven previous editions, eight teams will compete in two groups of four, ahead of semi-finals and final.


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15 DAYS TO GO! Germany deadly on home soil

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Fri, 02 Jun 2017 09:10:00 GMT

Germany netted 15 goals at the FIFA Confederations Cup in 2005, the biggest haul by a host nation at the Tournament of Champions. Die Mannschaft would go on to record a third-place finish that year, defeating Mexico 4-3 (AET) in the semi-finals.

 

 


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14 DAYS TO GO! Italy and Spain’s penalty drama

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Sat, 03 Jun 2017 09:00:00 GMT

It took 14 penalties to determine the winner of the semi-final clash between Spain and Italy in Fortaleza at the 2013 FIFA Confederations Cup Brazil. The wait to see who would face the hosts in the final dragged on until Leonardo Bonucci sent his strike over the bar, while Spain’s Jesus Navas made no mistake from the spot.


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13 DAYS TO GO: An amazing sight in Saint Petersburg

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Sun, 04 Jun 2017 09:00:00 GMT

There are currently 13 working drawbridges in Saint Petersburg, the venue of the 2017 FIFA Confederations Cup Opening Match and Final. The tournament takes place from 17 June to 2 July, during the famous White Nights, which is the time best to enjoy the drawbridges being lifted.


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11 DAYS TO GO: Nakamura’s perfect free-kick

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Tue, 06 Jun 2017 09:00:00 GMT

Japan’s 11th goal in their FIFA Confederations Cup history was an absolute beauty. In 2003 against hosts France, dead-ball specialist Shunsuke Nakamura served up an amazing strike from outside the area that left goalkeeper Fabien Barthez with no chance.


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10 DAYS TO GO: Spain hit double figures

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Wed, 07 Jun 2017 09:00:00 GMT

Spain's 10-0 victory over Tahiti in 2013 is the biggest in FIFA Confederations Cup history. Fernando Torres (4), David Villa (3), David Silva (2) and Juan Mata (1) all got in on the act.


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9 days to go: Ronaldinho's and Blanco's goalscoring feats

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Thu, 08 Jun 2017 11:42:00 GMT

Ronaldinho and Cuauhtemoc Blanco share the record for top FIFA Confederations Cup goalscorer, with nine goals each. The Brazilian scored his in three editions, the Mexican in just two.


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8 days to go: Marcel Desailly’s unbeaten record

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Fri, 09 Jun 2017 09:45:00 GMT

Marcel Desailly played eight games across two FIFA Confederations Cup tournaments, in 2001 and 2003, and won every single match. He lifted the trophy at both editions too.


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7 days to go: Goal-fest at the Azteca

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Sat, 10 Jun 2017 09:16:00 GMT

One of the most remarkable finals in FIFA Confederations Cup history saw seven goals scored at the Estadio Azteca, with Mexico emerging 4-3 victors on home soil against Brazil.


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6 days to go: Mphela’s strike stuns Casillas

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Sun, 11 Jun 2017 09:00:00 GMT

Katlego Mphela's sixth goal for South Africa was a stunner in the third-place play-off against Spain at the 2009 FIFA Confederations Cup.


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5 days to go: Champions’ parade

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Mon, 12 Jun 2017 09:00:00 GMT

Five different nations have lifted the FIFA Confederations Cup: Argentina, Denmark and Mexico (once), France (twice) and Brazil (four times).


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4 days to go: Egypt’s moment in the spotlight

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Tue, 13 Jun 2017 11:25:00 GMT

Egypt grabbed four goals on their second FIFA Confederations Cup appearance, which came at South Africa 2009. Mohameds Zidan, Shawky and Homos all got on the scoresheet.


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3 days to go: Cameroon, the best of Africa

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Wed, 14 Jun 2017 10:19:00 GMT

Russia 2017 will represent Cameroon's third FIFA Confederations Cup appearance, a landmark not attained by any other African side.


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2 days to go: The quickest goal in the final

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Thu, 15 Jun 2017 11:09:00 GMT

Fred's lighting fast strike after two minutes against Spain in the FIFA Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 final is the quickest ever scored in the tournament's finale.


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1 DAY TO GO: Russia is ready

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Fri, 16 Jun 2017 13:31:00 GMT

There is just one day to go before the FIFA Confederations Cup 2017 kicks off. The stars have arrived and excitement is building ahead of the tournament's opening game in St Petersburg.


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Story of the Day: Russia 2017 Matchday 1

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Sat, 17 Jun 2017 20:56:00 GMT

Musical review of an action-packed opening day of the FIFA Confederations Cup 2017


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Arturo Vidal: Budweiser Man of the Match, Cameroon v Chile (Spanish)

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Sun, 18 Jun 2017 22:12:00 GMT

Hear from FIFA Man of the Match Arturo Vidal after his side's 2-0 win over Cameroon at the FIFA Confederations Cup 2017 (Spanish).


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Story of the Day: Russia 2017 Matchday 2

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Sun, 18 Jun 2017 22:14:00 GMT

A music review of an action packed second day of the FIFA Confederations Cup 2017


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Story of the Day: Russia 2017 Matchday 3

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Mon, 19 Jun 2017 19:03:00 GMT

A musical review of the third day of action at the FIFA Confederations Cup 2017.


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Story of the Day: Russia 2017 Matchday 4

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Wed, 21 Jun 2017 22:24:00 GMT

We review all the action of the fourth day of the FIFA Confederations Cup in Russia.


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Story of the Day: Russia 2017 Matchday 5

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Thu, 22 Jun 2017 22:05:00 GMT

A musical review of an action-packed fifth Matchday at the FIFA Confederations Cup 2017.


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The Story of Matchday 6 at the FIFA Confederations Cup 2017

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Sat, 24 Jun 2017 19:27:00 GMT

A music review of an action packed sixth Matchday at the FIFA Confederations Cup 2017, which saw Portugal and Mexico progress to the semi-final stage and hosts Russia bow out.


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The Story of Matchday 7 at the FIFA Confederations Cup 2017

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Sun, 25 Jun 2017 19:35:00 GMT

A music review of an action packed seventh Matchday at the FIFA Confederations Cup 2017, which saw Germany and Chile secure their places in the semi-finals.


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The Story of Matchday 8 at Russia 2017

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Wed, 28 Jun 2017 22:25:00 GMT

A musical review of a dramatic Matchday 8 at the FIFA Confederations Cup 2017, which saw Chile progress to the final after Claudio Bravo's penalty heroics.


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The Story of Matchday 9 at Russia 2017

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Thu, 29 Jun 2017 22:11:00 GMT

A music review of Matchday 9 at the FIFA Confederations Cup 2017, which saw Germany book their place in the Final against Chile after a comprehensive victory over Mexico.


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Russia 2017: Story of the final day

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Sun, 02 Jul 2017 22:43:00 GMT

A musical review of Matchday 10 at the FIFA Confederations Cup 2017, which saw Germany crowned champions after a 1-0 win over Chile and Portugal beat Mexico to secure third place.


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Arturo Vidal - Post-Match Interview - Chile v Germany

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Mon, 03 Jul 2017 00:05:00 GMT

Hear from Chile midfielder Arturo Vidal after his side lost 1-0 to Germany in the Final of the 2017 FIFA Confederations Cup.


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Bandar Al-Ahbabi of Al Ain is challenged by Ghaylen Chaaleli of ES Tunis 

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Sat, 15 Dec 2018 17:08:00 GMT

AL AIN, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - DECEMBER 15: Bandar Al-Ahbabi of Al Ain is challenged by Ghaylen Chaaleli of ES Tunis during the FIFA Club World Cup UAE 2018 Second round match between ES Tunis v Al Ain at the Hazza bin Zayed Stadium on December 15, 2018 in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Francois Nel/Getty Images)


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Bandar Al-Ahbabi of Al Ain is challenged by Ghaylen Chaaleli of ES Tunis

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Sat, 15 Dec 2018 17:36:00 GMT

AL AIN, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - DECEMBER 15: Bandar Al-Ahbabi of Al Ain is challenged by Ghaylen Chaaleli of ES Tunis during the FIFA Club World Cup UAE 2018 Second round match between ES Tunis v Al Ain at the Hazza bin Zayed Stadium on December 15, 2018 in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Francois Nel/Getty Images)


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 Bandar Al-Ahbabi of Al Ain is challenged by Ghaylen Chaaleli of ES Tunis 

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Sat, 15 Dec 2018 17:36:00 GMT

AL AIN, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - DECEMBER 15: Bandar Al-Ahbabi of Al Ain is challenged by Ghaylen Chaaleli of ES Tunis during the FIFA Club World Cup UAE 2018 Second round match between ES Tunis v Al Ain at the Hazza bin Zayed Stadium on December 15, 2018 in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Francois Nel/Getty Images)


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Bandar Al-Ahbabi of Al Ain celebrates 

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Sat, 15 Dec 2018 18:12:00 GMT

AL AIN, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - DECEMBER 15: Bandar Al-Ahbabi of Al Ain celebrates with teammates after scoring his team's third goal during the FIFA Club World Cup UAE 2018 Second round match between ES Tunis v Al Ain at the Hazza bin Zayed Stadium on December 15, 2018 in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by David Ramos - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)


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CD Guadalajara fans wave a big flag in the stands

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Tue, 18 Dec 2018 13:20:00 GMT

AL AIN, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - DECEMBER 18: CD Guadalajara fans wave a flag in the stands prior to the FIFA Club World Cup UAE 2018 5th Place Match between ES Tunis and CD Guadalajara at Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium on December 18, 2018 in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by David Ramos - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)


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Walter Sandoval of CD Guadalajara celebrates with Angel Zaldivar after scoring his team's first goal

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Published On :: Tue, 18 Dec 2018 13:48:00 GMT

AL AIN, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - DECEMBER 18: Walter Sandoval of CD Guadalajara celebrates after scoring his team's first goal with Angel Zaldivar of CD Guadalajara during the FIFA Club World Cup UAE 2018 5th Place Match between ES Tunis and CD Guadalajara at Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium on December 18, 2018 in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by David Ramos - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)


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Michael Perez of CD Guadalajara is challenged by Mohammed Belaili of ES Tunis

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Published On :: Tue, 18 Dec 2018 13:48:00 GMT

AL AIN, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - DECEMBER 18: Michael Perez of CD Guadalajara is challenged by Mohammed Belaili of ES Tunis during the FIFA Club World Cup UAE 2018 5th Place Match between ES Tunis and CD Guadalajara at Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium on December 18, 2018 in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Michael Regan - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)


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Walter Sandoval of Guadalajara celebrates with Angel Zaldivar after scoring his team's first goal

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Tue, 18 Dec 2018 13:48:00 GMT

AL AIN, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - DECEMBER 18: Walter Sandoval of CD Guadalajara celebrates after scoring his team's first goal with Angel Zaldivar of CD Guadalajara during the FIFA Club World Cup UAE 2018 5th Place Match between ES Tunis and CD Guadalajara at Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium on December 18, 2018 in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Francois Nel/Getty Images)


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CD Guadalajara players line up for a team photo

By www.fifa.com
Published On :: Tue, 18 Dec 2018 13:48:00 GMT

AL AIN, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - DECEMBER 18: CD Guadalajara players line up for a team photo prior to the FIFA Club World Cup UAE 2018 5th Place Match between ES Tunis and CD Guadalajara at Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium on December 18, 2018 in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by David Ramos - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)


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