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FIFA World Youth Championship UAE 2003
José Pekerman: Just like the real thing
For an expert preview of the forthcoming FIFA World Youth Championship United Arab Emirates 2003, who else could we turn to but the highest authority on youth football in the world? José Pekerman, the winning coach at no fewer than three of the last four FIFA World Youth Championships, talks exclusively to FIFA.com about world football's second biggest tournament.
Cosafa Castle Cup
South Africa bid to retain crown
The seventh Cosafa Castle Cup kicks off at the weekend with Madagascar playing host to Mauritius in the opening match of the 2003 competition.
New Caledonia and Australia lead the way
OFC Release - With the 2003 OFC U-17 qualifying tournament at the halfway stage, New Caledonia and Australia top their respective groups and are perfectly positioned to reach the play-off final to decide Oceania’s representative at the FIFA U-17 World Championship Finland 2003.
Mexico recall goalkeeper Rios to squad, drop Blanco
MEXICO CITY, Feb 20 (Reuters) - Mexico recalled veteran goalkeeper Adolfo Rios on Thursday, but dropped striker Cuauhtemoc Blanco from their squad for next month's friendly against Bolivia.
American-Global Award for Peace
FIFA President honoured in New York with peace prize
New York, Tuesday 18 February - The yellow taxi cabs are gingerly returning to the streets as Manhattan slowly shakes off the effects of its biggest snowstorm in seven years. Joseph S. Blatter steps out of the winter wonderland into the Waldorf Astoria and ducks into an elevator, wife Graziella by his side. The FIFA President is in the US to receive an award in recognition of his efforts for world peace - and New York has put on a splendid white coat to greet him.
North Korea reach final despite pitch walk-off
BANGKOK, Feb 20 (Reuters) - North Korea secured a place in the King's Cup final on Thursday but only after walking off the pitch in protest during an ill-tempered 2-2 draw with Qatar.
Media Centre
Change at the head of FIFA Marketing AG
There is to be a change at the head of FIFA Marketing AG. Patrick Magyar, Chief Executive Officer and member of the Board of Directors of FIFA Marketing AG, tendered his resignation late last year, but will still remain at the company’s disposal for the months ahead. 14 Feb 2003
FIFA and ILO team up on worldwide campaign to fight child labour
The Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) and the International Labour Organization (ILO) have agreed to wave a red card at child labour, uniting the world of sport and the world of work in an unprecedented global campaign. 13 Feb 2003
Fujifilm Official Partner of the 2006 FIFA World Cup™
Fujifilm today announced its involvement as an Official Partner of the 2006 FIFA World Cup™. FIFA and Fujifilm - a long-time Official Partner of the FIFA World Cup™ - set the seal on the agreement at Fujifilm’s corporate headquarters in Tokyo. 04 Feb 2003
List of upcoming "A" matches
Upcoming "A" Friendlies (Men)
Upcoming "A" Matches (Women)
Photo Op
Fredy Barerro of Paraguayan team 12 de Octubre wears a mask as he celebrates his goal against Brazilian team Santos, as teammate Raul Arvinigaldez looks on (R) during their Libertadores Cup match in Santos February 20, 2003. Photo - Paulo Whitaker
Various Announcements
2006 FIFA World Cup Germany™ - Visit the official site of the 2006 FIFA World Cup Germany Organising Committee on FIFAworldcup.com 19.11.02
FIFA World Youth Championship UAE 2003
The FIFA World Youth Championship will take place in the United Arab Emirates between 25 March and 16 April. Members of the media are requested to download the appropriate accreditation request form. The deadline for applications is 21 February.
Online Accreditation
Accreditation form for media and photographers
Accreditation form for radio and TV
Check the tournament page 20.01.03
FIFA Confederations Cup France 2003 Draw on February 12
Click here to purchase tickets for the FIFA Confederations Cup 2003
Cliquez ici pour accéder à la billeterie en ligne de la Coupe des Confédérations de la FIFA, France 2003
Check the tournament page 27.01.03
Reports provided by
Friday, 21-Feb
• Former Australia coach Thomson dies, aged 55
• Kenya name uncapped players in squad for Mauritania clash
• Romario jeered, teams brawl as Fluminense held
• Age is no barrier for Donato
• Liverpool win but Lazio held in UEFA Cup
Thursday, 20-Feb
• Deportivo Cali outclass sulky River Plate in Cup tie
• Fenix make disappointing Libertadores Cup debut
• Beckham helps Man Utd cut down depleted Juve
• Real back on track with 2-1 win over Dortmund
• Real coach taking nothing for granted after first win
• Tomasson gives Milan narrow win over Lokomotiv
• Yakin strike seals Basel victory over Deportivo
• Ferguson says Beckham selection was never in doubt
• Gross happy to be back with a win, Irureta defiant
• Lithuania appoint Liubinskas as coach
• Libertad fight back to draw after blackout
• Reprieved Abreu scores twice as Cruz Azul edge win
Wednesday, 19-Feb
• Ruiz hits hat-trick in Guatemala rout
• Robson celebrates 70th birthday with a win
• Antic delighted with record-breaking Barca
• Valencia coach Benitez happy with freak goal
• Ajax open up Group B with Highbury draw
• Late goals salvage draw for Penarol against Gremio