entertainment Russia 2018 Magazine: FCC Official Draw By www.fifa.com Published On :: Fri, 23 Dec 2016 10:57:00 GMT Staged in Kazan, one of the tournament’s four host cities, the FCC Draw attracted some familiar faces, including a number of coaches who will lead their charges at next summer’s competition. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
entertainment Full Episode #17 - 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia Magazine By www.fifa.com Published On :: Fri, 23 Dec 2016 11:12:00 GMT Coming up in this edition of the 2018 FIFA World Cup™ Magazine, we’re at the Confederations Cup Draw...We remember the 2003 Final with former referee, Valentin Ivanov...And we take the trophy on tour with Brazil’s ‘Beast’, Júlio Baptista. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™
entertainment Julio Baptista's Confederations Cup memories By www.fifa.com Published On :: Fri, 23 Dec 2016 12:07:00 GMT The two-time winner shares his top memories of starring for Brazil at the Tournament of Champions. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
entertainment Russia 2018 Magazine: Valentin Ivanov remembers 2003 By www.fifa.com Published On :: Fri, 23 Dec 2016 12:16:00 GMT One of Russia’s most experienced referees, Valentin Ivanov, was given the task of taking charge of the Final between Cameroon and France three days after Marc Vivien Foé’s death. Held at the Stade de France, the match was an emotionally charged occasion with players on both teams touched by the tragedy. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
entertainment Describing Russia in one word By www.fifa.com Published On :: Wed, 01 Feb 2017 10:37:00 GMT The seven coaches who know they will be spending the summer in Russia at the FIFA Confederations Cup - Stanislav Cherchesov, Anthony Hudson, Joachim Low, Juan Antonio Pizzi, Juan Carlos Osorio, Fernando Santos and Ange Postecoglou – come up with some interesting ways to describe the host country! Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
entertainment A very Russian welcome By www.fifa.com Published On :: Fri, 03 Feb 2017 13:03:00 GMT All seven coaches who know they are on their way to this summer's FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017 showed us their linguistic skills, by inviting you to the tournament - in Russian! Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
entertainment Tournament of Champions: Russia 2017 By www.fifa.com Published On :: Sun, 05 Feb 2017 22:08:00 GMT The line-up for the FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017 is complete! Hosts Russia are joined by Germany, Australia, Chile, Mexico, New Zealand, Portugal and finally Cameroon. Tournament of Champions. Dream of Fans. FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017 17 June - 2 July Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
entertainment Cherchesov: Everybody has to get behind Russia By www.fifa.com Published On :: Fri, 10 Feb 2017 11:13:00 GMT Stanislav Cherchesov spoke exclusively to FIFA.com about his hopes for the upcoming FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017, a tournament which he hopes will see the nation united behind his team. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
entertainment 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™
entertainment 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
entertainment 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
entertainment 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
entertainment 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
entertainment 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
entertainment Anthony Hudson: We want to cause some upsets By www.fifa.com Published On :: Mon, 27 Mar 2017 13:00:00 GMT The New Zealand coach is relishing the opportunity to pit his team against the best in the world at the upcoming FIFA Confederations Cup. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
entertainment 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
entertainment 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
entertainment 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
entertainment 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
entertainment 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
entertainment 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
entertainment 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
entertainment 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
entertainment 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
entertainment 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
entertainment 42 days to go: Ballack leads by example By www.fifa.com Published On :: Sat, 06 May 2017 12:44:00 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 Michael Ballack’s role as the figurehead of a renewed Germany at their home Confederations Cup in 2005. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
entertainment 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
entertainment 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
entertainment 39 days to go: The Fastest FCC Goal! By www.fifa.com Published On :: Tue, 09 May 2017 08:47:00 GMT The fastest goal in FIFA Confederations Cup history was scored in 39 seconds when Hassan Mubarak poked in the opening goal during UAE's 1-0 victory over South Africa at Saudi Arabia 1997. The goal remains the only Confederations Cup goal scored inside the first minute of play. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
entertainment 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
entertainment 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
entertainment 36 DAYS TO GO! The Young Wolf Hudson By www.fifa.com Published On :: Fri, 12 May 2017 09:00:00 GMT Before a ball is even kicked at FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017, a record will already have been set, with New Zealand coach Anthony Hudson being the youngest to ever lead a team at the age of 36 years and 97 days old. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
entertainment 35 DAYS TO GO! USA End Spanish Dominance By www.fifa.com Published On :: Sat, 13 May 2017 09:09:00 GMT In one of the most surprising results in tournament history, USA ended Spain's 35-match unbeaten streak stretching from November 2006 to June 2009 at the 2009 FIFA Confederations Cup in South Africa. Jozy Altidore and Clint Dempsey both scored in the Stars and Stripes' 2-0 win over Vicente del Bosque's La Furia Roja in the semi-finals. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
entertainment 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
entertainment 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
entertainment 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
entertainment 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
entertainment 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 Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
entertainment 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
entertainment 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
entertainment 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
entertainment 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
entertainment 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
entertainment 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
entertainment 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. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
entertainment 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
entertainment 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. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
entertainment 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
entertainment 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
entertainment 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
