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The FIFA World Cup in pictures and videos

Football — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 09:11:02 +0000

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?

Finals that left their imprint

Football — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 15:22:04 +0000

With the Netherlands and Spain now making their last preparations, FIFA.com looks back at the showpiece matches from years gone by that helped shape the beautiful game.

Cannavaro: The Final will be emotional

Football — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 21:34:27 +0000

Italy’s 2006 FIFA World Cup-winning captain, Fabio Cannavaro, speaks exclusively to FIFA.com about handing back the trophy, the future for Italy and his hopes for the Final.

The adidas Golden Ball: a look back

Football — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 12:22:04 +0000

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.

Entertainment assured in consolation game

Football — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 11:22:03 +0000

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.

Semi-finals that shook the world

Football — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 10:11:42 +0000

As the Netherlands prepare to face Uruguay, and Germany gear up to tackle Spain, FIFA.com looks back at some of the most thrilling last-four jousts from years gone by.

All the right moves

Football — Sun, 04 Jul 2010 17:55:42 +0000

FIFA.com‘s Move of the Day section showcases all the best examples of top-class individual technique exhibited by the biggest names in FIFA World Cups™ present and past.

FIFA.com on the move

Football — Sun, 04 Jul 2010 16:00:33 +0000

FIFA.com’s Move of the Day section showcases all the best examples of top-drawer individual technique in the wide world of football.

New Italy coach calls for optimism

Football — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 19:55:12 +0000

Italy’s new coach Cesare Prandelli expects the team’s early exit from South Africa 2010 to be regarded as “only a parenstheses” in the history of Italian football.

Slovaks revel in impressive campaign

Football — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 22:11:03 +0000

Slovakia may have lost in the Round of 16, but coach Vladimir Weiss, his namesake and son, and goalkeeper Jan Mucha were very proud of their campaign.

Zola backs Prandelli

Football — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 08:22:04 +0000

Gianfranco Zola believes Cesare Prandelli is the right man to take Italy forward after their shock exit from the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Upsets galore as Europe’s finest struggle

Football — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 09:22:04 +0000

A FIFA World Cup™ group stage tends to be fertile ground for surprises, and so it has proved at South Africa 2010.

Vittek: Win has moved the goalposts

Football — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 16:44:34 +0000

Robert Vittek believes Slovakia’s shock FIFA World Cup win over Italy has “moved the limits” of what the country can achieve in the game.

Weiss hails memorable moment

Football — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 07:22:02 +0000

Slovakia coach Vladimir Weiss described his team’s 3-2 victory over Italy as the second-best day of his life following the birth of his son.

Misery for Italy on historic day

Football — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 22:44:03 +0000

Japan, Paraguay and Slovakia clinched places in the Round of 16 on a day that will be best remembered for Italy, the reigning champions, missing out on the knockout phase.

Criscito: We share the blame

Football — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 20:45:17 +0000

Italy defender Domenico Criscito insists he and his team-mates must shoulder the blame of defeat, as the world champions crashed out of South Africa 2010 after a 3-2 defeat by Slovakia.

Slovakia advance, eliminate Italy

Football — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 16:34:01 +0000

Slovakia held on for a dramatic 3-2 victory over Italy that sent them into Round of 16 and eliminated the reigning world champions.

Slovakia-Italy preview

Football — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 13:22:04 +0000

Group F has an unfamiliar look to it heading into the final round, with reigning world champions Italy still not guaranteed a place in the last 16.

Jakubko accepts Italy challenge

Football — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 11:33:03 +0000

Slovakia striker Martin Jakubko says there will no surprises when they face Italy in their final FIFA World Cup Group F match on Thursday.

De Rossi demands improvement

Football — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 18:55:36 +0000

Italy midfielder Daniele De Rossi knows that Italy need to improve on the form they displayed during their draws against Paraguay and New Zealand.

Fabulous Fabiano and fab for Fabio

Football — Sun, 20 Jun 2010 20:55:36 +0000

Fabulous Fabiano and fab for Fabio

Italy-New Zealand preview

Football — Sat, 19 Jun 2010 06:00:14 +0000

On paper, this should really be a mismatch, but football matches are not decided on paper. Indeed, New Zealand go into this match level on points – and goal difference – with the mighty Azzurri.

Marchetti’s miraculous rise

Football — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 13:23:19 +0000

FIFA.com looks at the remarkable story of Federico Marchetti, the Italy goalkeeper who has overcome serveral obstacles to become first-choice deputy to the injured Gialnluigi Buffon.

Starting slow and finishing big

Football — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 17:11:02 +0000

FIFA.com looks at some of occasions when teams have recovered from poor starts to come good at football’s premier event.

Chiellini laments Buffon blow

Football — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 11:55:36 +0000

Italy defender Giorgio Chiellini admits the herniated disc that has sidelined goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon is a huge blow for Gli Azzurri.

All Whites dare to dream

Football — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 10:33:42 +0000

Buoyed by picking up their first ever FIFA World Cup point, minnows New Zealand are now daring to dream they can upset the odds and make the second round.

Lippi happy with fighting draw

Football — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 22:44:18 +0000

Italy coach Marcello Lippi was happy with the fight his team displayed to get the equalizer after giving up a first-half goal to Paraguay.

The Arabic interest

Football — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 17:00:21 +0000

Though Algeria are the sole Arab nation at South Africa 2010, Arab fans are spreading their support across a variety players and teams.

The power and the glory

Football — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 17:00:21 +0000

Two grand icons of Italian football, Marcello Lippi and Gennaro Gattuso, face a final tilt at FIFA World Cup glory and after Germany 2006 who would comfortably bet against a repeat success.

Lippi: We have the right mix

Football — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 17:00:20 +0000

Defending World Champions Italy insist they have the right mix of youth and experience to successfully defend the FIFA World Cup, starting against Paraguay on Monday.

Italy-Paraguay preview

Football — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 17:00:05 +0000

The defending world champions make their 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa debut against Paraguay in a match that ought to have a major bearing on who tops Group F.

FIFA Fan Fests attract the masses

Football — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 17:00:04 +0000

The 16 official FIFA Fan Fests attracted 400,000 supporters on the Opening Day of South Africa 2010, including 300,000 in the host nation.

Cannavaro keen on Lippi reunion

Football — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 16:59:49 +0000

Fabio Cannavaro would love Marcello Lippi to join him at Al Ahli when the 62-year-old steps down as Italy coach after the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Gattuso to quit Italy

Football — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 16:59:49 +0000

Italy midfielder Gennaro Gattuso, who struggled with knee injuries during the 2009/10 season, will retire from international football after the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Tricky first hurdle in Italy’s title defence

Football — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 16:59:48 +0000

Reigning champions Italy take the first step towards defending their title on Monday with lingering concerns about their form and a tough opponent in Paraguay.

Italy warm-up with six-goal show

Football — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 16:59:33 +0000

Cup holders Italy cruised to an easy 6-0 friendly victory in a warm-up against local South African side the Guateng All Stars.

Cannavaro: Italy must rediscover defence

Football — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 16:59:18 +0000

Italy captain Fabio Cannavaro says that the reigning world champions need to rediscover their traditional defensive strengths if they are to succeed at the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Success breeds success

Football — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 16:59:17 +0000

Experience alone is not enough to win football’s most coveted trophy, but Brazil, France and Italy will rely heavily on their fourteen FIFA World Cup™ winners as they set out on their quest for glory in South Africa.

Critics will spur us on, says Zambrotta

Football — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 16:58:24 +0000

Veteran Italy full-back Gianluca Zambrotta insists that growing criticism of the defending World Champions will only help bind the team together.

World primed for a football feast

Football — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 16:58:24 +0000

It’s a first for Africa as the 2010 FIFA World Cup prepares to start and with colour, noise and fantastic football, it could be the biggest and best yet.

Holders content to lie low

Football — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 16:57:55 +0000

Criticised for putting too much faith in his heroes of 2006, Italy coach Marcello Lippi has been staying calm and pointing to the changes that have taken place.

Lippi: Italy are never favourites

Football — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 16:56:54 +0000

Italy coach Marcello Lippi said on Wednesday that it was no concern to him that his reigning world champions are not among the favourites for 2010 FIFA World Cup glory.

Camoranesi back in training

Football — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 16:56:40 +0000

Mauro Camoranesi returned to training today for the first time since injuring his knee as Italy held their opening practice session.

Pirlo hopeful for Slovakia clash

Football — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 16:56:25 +0000

Influential Italy midfielder Andrea Pirlo believes he will be fit for his country’s final group game of the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa against Slovakia.

Latecomers gatecrash the party

Football — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 16:55:10 +0000

From Jamie Carragher through Grafite to Edson Buddle, FIFA.com looks at some of the more surprising squad inclusions for South Africa 2010.

Which country has the best fans?

Football — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 16:54:10 +0000

FIFA.com wants to know which of the 32 teams that will contest this upcoming FIFA World Cup has, in your opinion, the best supporters.

No fixed formation for Italy

Football — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 16:53:41 +0000

Italy coach Marcello Lippi has indicated that his side will adjust their formation in South Africa depending on which is most suitable for each match.

Stars set to light up South Africa

Football — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 16:53:12 +0000

As always, the FIFA World Cup brings together the beautiful game’s greatest talent, with Lionel Messi, Wayne Rooney et al set to do battle.

Playing the name game

Football — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 16:53:12 +0000

Lionel Messi’s nickname of ‘The Flea’ may be well known but which FIFA World Cup player is ‘The Axe’ and which coach ‘The Madman’? Read on to find out.

Matches that distinguished a nation

Football — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 16:52:43 +0000

The FIFA World Cup has been the stage for many history-making results that have proven to be iconic for the nation involved, as FIFA.com examines.