World Cup South Africa » Interviews

Forlan: A reward for Uruguayan football

Football — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 02:11:03 +0000

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

Romario: My heart’s divided

Football — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 15:11:02 +0000

The legendary Romario spoke to FIFA.com about the upcoming Final between two countries he played in, and his expectations for Brazil 2014.

Romario: My heart’s divided

Football — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 10:22:01 +0000

The legendary Romario spoke to FIFA.com about the upcoming Final between two countries he played in, and his expectations for Brazil 2014.

Webb: We rely on each other

Football — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 22:44:02 +0000

FIFA World Cup™ Final referee Howard Webb sat down with his assistant referees, Mike Mullarkey and Darren Cann, and FIFA.com to discuss the challenge ahead and reflect on the importance of teamwork.

Webb; We rely on each other

Football — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 22:33:02 +0000

Kempes: Spain have the edge

Football — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 17:11:03 +0000

The former Argentina striker, who sank the Netherlands in the 1978 Final, spoke to FIFA.com about the 2010 decider and the adidas Golden Boot.

Schweinsteiger: Spain are world’s best

Football — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 20:44:17 +0000

One of the revelations of South Africa 2010, Germany’s Bastian Schweinsteiger talks to FIFA.com about Wednesday’s semi-final with Spain in Durban.

Forlan: We’re ready for the challenge

Football — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 09:33:02 +0000

Uruguayan hit-man Diego Forlan speaks exclusively on the eve of the crucial semi-final meeting with the Dutch in Cape Town.

Pique: We must be more ruthless

Football — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 08:00:03 +0000

Spain centre-half Gerard Pique speaks exclusively to FIFA.com about La Roja’s performances so far and their upcoming FIFA World Cup semi-final against the free-scoring Germans.

Alcaraz: Why can’t we beat Spain?

Football — Sat, 03 Jul 2010 14:44:03 +0000

A cornerstone of Paraguay’s success has been their formidable defence with Antolin Alcaraz talking to FIFA.com about their history-making achievements and their quarter-final against Spain.

Demichelis: We’ll keep it tight

Football — Sat, 03 Jul 2010 08:44:02 +0000

He missed the cut for Germany 2006, but Bayern Munich and Argentina defender Martin Demicelis is certainly making amends at South Africa 2010.

Demichelis: We’ll keep it tight at the back

Football — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 20:33:11 +0000

He may have missed the cut for Germany 2006, but Bayern Munich and Argentina defender Martin Demicelis is certainly making amends at South Africa 2010.

Bergomi: It’s all about teamwork

Football — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 17:33:02 +0000

Legendary tough Italian defender Giuseppe Bergomi tells FIFA.com his thoughts on South Africa 2010 while also looking back at his formidable career.

Elia lighting the Oranje way

Football — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 08:44:02 +0000

Young Hamburg sensation Eljero Elia has been putting in some fine performances for the Netherlands, and FIFA.com caught up with the creative ace.

Parreira: Technique always tells

Football — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 20:00:12 +0000

Carlos Alberto Parreira, the Brazilian coach who led the host nation at South Africa 2010, spoke exclusively with FIFA.com about his thoughts on the tournament and South African football.

Makaay: Messi the best so far

Football — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 07:44:02 +0000

Roy Makaay speaks to FIFA.com about his view of South Africa 2010 and its stars, and lauds Netherlands boss Bert van Mariwjk as “one of the best coaches I ever had”.

Bittersweet memories for Goycochea

Football — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 13:22:12 +0000

With Argentina and Germany poised for another memorable meeting, FIFA.com spoke to former Albiceleste keeper Sergio Goycochea about his memories of the Italy 1990 Final and more.

Martino: We’re in with a great chance

Football — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 09:55:02 +0000

Gerardo Martino, the man responsible for reviving the Paraguay national team, speaks to FIFA about his players’ strengths and his hopes for the last-16 encounter with Japan.

Torres: We’ve still to hit our stride

Football — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 19:11:03 +0000

Spain striker Fernando Torres speaks to FIFA about his recovery from injury, La Roja’s form in South Africa, Cristiano Ronaldo and the last 16 showdown with Portugal.

Podolski: No reason to fear England

Football — Sat, 26 Jun 2010 09:11:03 +0000

Lukas Podolski speaks exclusively to FIFA.com about facing England in the last 16 and his high hopes for this exciting generation of German players.

Pantsil: We’ll give it everything

Football — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 23:22:02 +0000

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.

Chilavert: Benaglio the best so far

Football — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 15:34:04 +0000

In an exclusive and frank interview, the legendary and flamboyant ex-Paraguay keeper spoke to FIFA.com on a whole host of issues.

Wiltord: French failure inexplicable

Football — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 13:55:12 +0000

Ex-France forward Sylvain Wiltord tells FIFA that his country’s disastrous campaign was “not the fault of the coach alone” and says Les Bleus must get back to basics.

Kalou: The pressure has inhibited us

Football — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 11:55:16 +0000

Salomon Kalou spoke to FIFA about the weight of expectation on Côte d’Ivoire and other African sides at South Africa 2010.

Hamsik: This game will be like a Final

Football — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 01:55:02 +0000

Feeling that Slovakia have yet to show their best at South Africa 2010, Marek Hamsik shared his thoughts with FIFA ahead of their final group match with Italy.

Xavi: I’m a footballing romantic

Football — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 21:44:12 +0000

Spain’s chief string-puller Xavi spoke to FIFA about La Roja’s silky style of play, the dressing room atmosphere and South Africa 2010 so far.

Rodriguez: Mexico have lost their fear

Football — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 23:11:11 +0000

Francisco Rodriguez spoke to FIFA about Mexico’s development as a team, the mood in their camp following victory over France, and the upcoming duel with Uruguay.

Abreu eager to top group

Football — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 21:11:02 +0000

Uruguay forward Sebastian Abreu spoke to FIFA about the merits of Mexico, the sides’ upcoming duel, and the battle to qualify for the last 16 from Group A.

Aguero: We’ll get even stronger

Football — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 21:11:02 +0000

FIFA spoke to Sergio Aguero about competition for places in the Argentina team and his relationship with his father-in-law and coach Diego Maradona.

Abreu: We’re going for the win

Football — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 19:11:04 +0000

Uruguay forward Sebastian Abreu spoke to FIFA about the merits of Mexico, the sides’ upcoming duel, and the battle to qualify for the last 16 from Group A.

Palacios brothers making history

Football — Sun, 20 Jun 2010 08:33:01 +0000

FIFA hears from Jerry Palacios, the late addition to the Honduras squad who is now making history as one third of the FIFA World Cup’s first trio of siblings.

Alonso: Let’s keep our cool

Football — Sat, 19 Jun 2010 16:00:18 +0000

As Xabi Alonso tells FIFA, Spain are determined to put their defeat to Switzerland behind them with a commanding performance against Honduras on Monday.

Drogba: I’m afraid of nothing

Football — Sat, 19 Jun 2010 14:55:11 +0000

Didier Drogba talks to FIFA about Côte d’Ivoire’s improvement under Sven-Goran Eriksson and his pride at leading his country in South Africa.

Sneijder: I can do much better

Football — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 22:11:09 +0000

Netherlands midfielder Wesley Sneijder talks to FIFA about the creative streak running through the Dutch squad as he looks forward to facing Japan and reflects on room for improvement.

Insider Guedioura ready for England

Football — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 23:22:30 +0000

Algeria can look to Wolverhampton Wanderers-based midfielder Adlane Guedioura for some inside knowledge ahead of their meeting with England.

Inside man Guedioura ready for England

Football — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 21:44:04 +0000

Algeria are in desperate need of points against big guns England, and perhaps the inside knowledge of Wolverhampton Wanderers midfielder Adlane Guedioura prove beneficial.

Villa: Let’s stick together

Football — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 14:22:02 +0000

Spain striker David Villa speaks exclusively to FIFA.com about La Roja’s defeat to Switzerland and the need to stick to their footballing principles.

Robben: We can accomplish something

Football — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 08:44:05 +0000

Arjen Robben chatted to FIFA.com about his recovery from injury, the Netherlands’ chances of success in South Africa and the favourites for the Trophy.

Higuain: The goals will come

Football — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 14:22:03 +0000

Speaking exclusively to FIFA, the Argentinian striker says he hopes to open his South Africa 2010 account against Korea Republic on Thursday.

Zamorano: I’m so excited

Football — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 13:23:48 +0000

Legendary Chilean striker Ivan Zamorano tells FIFA.com of his thoughts on the tournament so far and also the chances for his beloved La Roja.

Fabregas: My debt to Senderos

Football — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 10:55:01 +0000

Ahead of Spain’s meeting with Switzerland, Philippe Senderos tells FIFA why a winning start is vital and reveals his bond with Philippe Senderos.

Ronaldo: Don’t count us out

Football — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 20:44:04 +0000

In an exclusive interview, Cristiano Ronaldo tells FIFA that the spirit inside the Portugal camp could not be better - and tips his team as potential dark horses.

Chile in party mood

Football — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 19:55:13 +0000

After celebrating his 22nd birthday on Saturday, Chile’s Mauricio Isla spoke exclusively to FIFA about his South Africa 2010 hopes and dreams.

Skrtel: We’ve proved our worth

Football — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 15:33:32 +0000

Although Martin Skrtel is battling to regain full fitness ahead of Tuesday’s game in Rustenburg, he took the time to speak exclusively to FIFA.

Donovan: Room for improvement

Football — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 13:51:18 +0000

USA midfielder Landon Donovan tells FIFA.com why facing England was an unforgettable experience but warns that the Americans can still play better.

Eriksson: Our moment of truth

Football — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 13:51:17 +0000

FIFA hears from Côte d’Ivoire coach Sven-Goran Eriksson on Didier Drogba and Les Elephants’ hopes of leading the African charge at South Africa 2010.

Third time a charm for Villar

Football — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 13:51:02 +0000

Paraguay goalkeeper Justo Villa is hoping South Africa 2010 will prove a case of third-time lucky after his previous experiences on the world stage.

Desailly: No reason for pessimism

Football — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 13:50:47 +0000

Former France captain Marcel Desailly speaks exclusively to FIFA.com about Les Bleus’ match with Uruguay on Friday and a past meeting with Los Charrúas.

Forlan: Nothing to improve

Football — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 13:50:25 +0000

Diego Forlan speaks to FIFA.com about the challenge of leading Uruguay’s FIFA World Cup challenge and living up to legends of yesteryear.

Matthaus: A tournament full of surprises

Football — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 13:49:56 +0000

Germany legend and FIFA World Cup-winning captain Lothar Matthaus speaks to FIFA.com about his expectations of South Africa 2010.