day Blasian love: The day we introduced our black and Asian families By www.bbc.co.uk Published On :: Wed, 11 Mar 2020 00:20:43 GMT Blasian - black and Asian - couples now exist in South Africa... but they don't always have an easy time. Full Article
day The Valentine's Day snake puzzle By www.bbc.co.uk Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 23:13:34 GMT Why were 29 snakes left in pillowcases in a Sunderland dustbin the day before and the day after Valentine's Day? Full Article
day Coronavirus: Three continents, four lives, one day By www.bbc.co.uk Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 23:10:26 GMT The stories of people who died on one day, from an exile who returned home to a disaster survivor. Full Article
day Referee appointments for final day By www.fifa.com Published On :: Fri, 30 Sep 2016 17:54:00 GMT The names of the match officials in charge of the last two games of the FIFA Futsal World Cup Colombia 2016 have been unveiled. Full Article
day 3 days to go: Real top of the world, Kashima steal hearts By www.fifa.com Published On :: Wed, 20 Nov 2019 13:52:00 GMT Full Article
day 2 days to go: Real equal rivals with UAE triumph By www.fifa.com Published On :: Wed, 20 Nov 2019 14:13:00 GMT Full Article
day 1 day to go: Brilliant Blancos make more history By www.fifa.com Published On :: Wed, 20 Nov 2019 14:55:00 GMT Full Article
day Flamengo make their entrance on a day of reunions By www.fifa.com Published On :: Mon, 16 Dec 2019 06:57:00 GMT Full Article
day Judgement Day is here: England vs Spain By www.fifa.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Oct 2017 21:49:00 GMT It's been an amazing ride for the Three Lions & La Rojita at the FIFA U-17 World Cup in India. But only one team will emerge as victors in Kolkata on Saturday. As both teams look to win their maiden U-17 World Cup title, which team will you be cheering for? Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA U-17 World Cup India 2017
day 500 Days to the Confederations Cup By www.fifa.com Published On :: Wed, 03 Feb 2016 05:11:00 GMT 8 Teams, 16 Matches, 4 Cities = 1 Champion of the FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017. Who do you think will win? Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
day Russia 2017: 500 Days to Go! By www.fifa.com Published On :: Wed, 03 Feb 2016 18:35:00 GMT The FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017 countdown was marked in fine Russian style on 3 February 2016. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
day Birthday boy Vela eyes Russian success By www.fifa.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Mar 2016 05:01:00 GMT The Mexican and Real Sociedad striker discusses the importance of the FIFA Confederations Cup as well as his history with Arsenal and at the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Full Article Area=Tournament Section=Competition Kind=Video Tournament=FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
day 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
day 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
day 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
day 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
day 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
day 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
day 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
day 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
day 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
day 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
day 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
day 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
day 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
day 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
day 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
day 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
day 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
day 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
day 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
day 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
day 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
day 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
day 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
day 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
day 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
day 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
day 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
day 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
day 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
day 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
day 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
day 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
day 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
day 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
day 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
day 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
day 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
day 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