r Vargas: Salas was one of the best By www.fifa.com Published On :: Tue, 14 Feb 2017 09:42:00 GMT FIFA Football are with Eduardo Vargas on his country’s bid to reach Russia in 2018. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™
r Postecoglou ready for Russian revival By www.fifa.com Published On :: Fri, 17 Feb 2017 11:05:00 GMT The Australia coach is ready to be measured against the very best as the Socceroos prepare to return to the FIFA Confederations Cup after a twelve year absence from the tournament. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r Low eager to experience Russia By www.fifa.com Published On :: Wed, 22 Feb 2017 15:03:00 GMT 2014 FIFA World Cup winning coach Joachim Low discusses the importance of attending the FIFA Confederations Cup for Russia 2018's World Cup hopefuls. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r Manuel Neuer: "We want to win every possible trophy!" By www.fifa.com Published On :: Tue, 28 Feb 2017 14:55:00 GMT Germany's World Cup™ winner 2014, Manuel Neuer, spoke with us about the upcoming Confederations Cup in Russia. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r Pizzi: We're in it to win it By www.fifa.com Published On :: Thu, 02 Mar 2017 13:07:00 GMT Juan Antonio Pizzi looks ahead to the FIFA Confederations Cup and discusses Chile's chances. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r Ronaldo gets a trophy surprise By www.fifa.com Published On :: Thu, 09 Mar 2017 06:06:00 GMT You can look, but don’t touch! Watch Cristiano Ronaldo’s reaction when we surprised him with a one-on-one meeting with the FIFA Confederations Cup trophy. Portugal’s captain will try to win the right to touch the trophy when his nation compete in the tournament of champions in Russia. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r Santos reveals secret to Portugal’s success By www.fifa.com Published On :: Mon, 03 Apr 2017 11:08:00 GMT Coach Fernando Santos discusses the secret to Portugal’s trophy-winning run of form and discusses his expectations for the upcoming FIFA Confederations Cup. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r Osorio expects dynamic Mexico in Russia By www.fifa.com Published On :: Wed, 05 Apr 2017 09:05:00 GMT El Tri coach Juan Carlos Osorio talks about the expectations and preparations for the CONCACAF champions ahead of the FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r 50 days to go: Brazil’s awesome attack By www.fifa.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Apr 2017 09:00:00 GMT FIFA.com has begun the countdown to the FIFA Confederations Cup 2017 in Russia, and from now until the start we will share an interesting fact about the tournament every day. Today we pay tribute to the most successful team in the history of the competition, Brazil. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r 49 days to go: Socceroos’ sensational result By www.fifa.com Published On :: Sat, 29 Apr 2017 09:00:00 GMT FIFA.com has begun the countdown to the FIFA Confederations Cup 2017 in Russia, and from now until the start we will share an interesting fact about the tournament every day. Today we remember one of the most sensational results in the history of the competition. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r 48 days to go: Al-Bishi’s historic strike By www.fifa.com Published On :: Sun, 30 Apr 2017 09:00:00 GMT FIFA.com has begun the countdown to the FIFA Confederations Cup 2017 in Russia, and from now until the start we will share an interesting fact about the tournament every day. Today we remember the first goal scored at the inaugural Confederations Cup. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r 47 days to go: Record-breaking volunteers head to Russia By www.fifa.com Published On :: Mon, 01 May 2017 09:00:00 GMT FIFA.com has begun the countdown to the FIFA Confederations Cup 2017 in Russia, and from now until the start we will share an interesting fact about the tournament every day. Today we turn the spotlight on the volunteers who will assist the organisers in the running of the tournament. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r 46 days to go: Brazil host the cleanest FIFA Confederations Cup By www.fifa.com Published On :: Tue, 02 May 2017 09:00:00 GMT FIFA.com has begun the countdown to the FIFA Confederations Cup 2017 in Russia, and from now until the start we will share an interesting fact about the tournament every day. Today we reveal the "cleanest" edition of the FIFA Confederations Cup in terms of discipline. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r 45 days to go: None younger than Dunga By www.fifa.com Published On :: Wed, 03 May 2017 09:00:00 GMT FIFA.com has begun the countdown to the FIFA Confederations Cup 2017 in Russia, and from now until the start we will share an interesting fact about the tournament every day. Today we recall the youngest head coach to win the Tournament of Champions. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r 44 days to go: Beautiful goals galore in South Africa By www.fifa.com Published On :: Thu, 04 May 2017 10:18:00 GMT FIFA.com has begun the countdown to the FIFA Confederations Cup 2017 in Russia, and from now until the start we will share an interesting fact about the tournament every day. Today we cast our minds back to South Africa in 2009, which served up a whole host of beautiful goals. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r 43 days to go: Parreira's perfect double By www.fifa.com Published On :: Fri, 05 May 2017 10:59:00 GMT FIFA.com has begun the countdown to the FIFA Confederations Cup 2017 in Russia, and from now until the start we will share an interesting fact about the tournament every day. Today we remember legendary Brazil coach Carlos Alberto Parreira, who won the Confederations Cup in 2005, 11 years after guiding his country to victory at the 1994 World Cup. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r 41 days to go - Roger LEMERRE By www.fifa.com Published On :: Sun, 07 May 2017 09:00:00 GMT Born in 1941, Roger Lemerre has a special place in Confederations Cup history. He is one of only two coaches to have managed two different teams at the FIFA Confederations Cup (the other being Milan Macala who managed UAE in 1997 and Saudi Arabia 1999). However, Lemerre actually lifted the trophy when he coached France to the title at Japan/Korea Republic 2001. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r 40 days to go - the Trophy By www.fifa.com Published On :: Mon, 08 May 2017 09:00:00 GMT Measuring 40 centimetres in height, the FIFA Confederations Cup Trophy is the coveted prize in store for the winner of the Tournament of Champions. Of the eight teams competing in Russia this summer, only Mexico have won the trophy before. Who will manage the feat this time? Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r 38 DAYS TO GO! Perennial Matthaus Sets Record By www.fifa.com Published On :: Wed, 10 May 2017 09:00:00 GMT Aged 38 years and 129 days old, Lothar Matthaus added another impressive entry to his already-gleaming international CV when he became the FIFA Confederations Cup’s oldest scorer in 1999. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r 37 DAYS TO GO! Brazil run wild By www.fifa.com Published On :: Thu, 11 May 2017 09:00:00 GMT Meeting their fiercest rivals in the FIFA Confederations Cup 2005 Final, Brazil found the perfect time to produce their biggest win over Argentina in 37 years, leaving with a stunning 4-1 victory. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r 34 DAYS TO GO! Mexican Goal-Machine Chicharito By www.fifa.com Published On :: Sun, 14 May 2017 09:15:00 GMT Within 34 minutes of Javier Hernandez’s bow at the FIFA Confederations Cup the striker known as Chicharito had already opened his account, scoring for Mexico against Italy in 2013. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r 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. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r 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. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r 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. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r 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. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r 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. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r 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. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r 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. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r 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! Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r 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. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r 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. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r 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. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r 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. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r 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. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r 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. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r 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. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r 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. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r 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. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r 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. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r 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. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r 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. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r 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). Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r POR v. MEX - Portugal Pre-Match Press Conference By www.fifa.com Published On :: Mon, 12 Jun 2017 10:54:00 GMT POR v. MEX - Portugal Pre-Match Press Conference Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r POR v. MEX - Mexico Pre-Match Press Conference By www.fifa.com Published On :: Mon, 12 Jun 2017 10:55:00 GMT POR v. MEX - Mexico Pre-Match Press Conference Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r CMR vs. CHI - Chile Pre-Match Press Conference By www.fifa.com Published On :: Mon, 12 Jun 2017 11:05:00 GMT CMR vs. CHI - Chile Pre-Match Press Conference Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r 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. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r FIFA Confederations Cup 2017 - Media Briefing By www.fifa.com Published On :: Thu, 15 Jun 2017 08:07:00 GMT Ahead of the Tournament of Champions in Russia, Marco van Basten (FIFA’s Chief Technical Development Officer), Massimo Busacca (FIFA’s Head of Refereeing) and Johannes Holzmüller (FIFA’s Head of Technology Innovation Department) talk to the Media about VAR, GLT and the Laws of the Game. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r Media briefing: Marco van Basten & Massimo Busacca By www.fifa.com Published On :: Thu, 15 Jun 2017 14:36:00 GMT FIFA's Chief Technical Development Officer and Head of Refereeing rules in the Laws of the Game and Video Assistant Referees (VARs) tests. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r Soviet Union v New Zealand, 1982 FIFA World Cup By www.fifa.com Published On :: Fri, 16 Jun 2017 09:15:00 GMT During their debut FIFA World Cup campaign New Zealand suffered a 3-0 defeat at the hands of the Soviet Union. The two sides meet again in the opening fixture of the FIFA Confederations Cup 2017. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
r FIFA Confederations Cup 2017 - Opening Press Conference By www.fifa.com Published On :: Fri, 16 Jun 2017 09:22:00 GMT FIFA Confederations Cup 2017 - Opening Press Conference Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
