Archive soccer news from around the world
Mourinho driven by new challenge (May 31, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
Jose Mourinho has revealed his desire to challenge himself was a major factor in his decision to take over as manager at Spanish giants Real Madrid. . . . more . . .
Ghana ready for life without Essien (May 31, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
Ghana boss Milovan Rajevac speaks to FIFA.com about how a recent history of injuries may help his African side overcome the loss of Michael Essien. . . . more . . .
Mourinho takes Madrid bow (May 31, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
Jose Mourinho has been presented at the Santiago Bernabeu as the new coach of Real Madrid today, signing a four-year deal with the Spanish giants. . . . more . . .
Everton complete Beckford deal (May 31, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
Everton manager David Moyes has strengthened his attacking options by signing Jermaine Beckford from Leeds on four-year contract. . . . more . . .
Gullit keen on Socceroos job (May 31, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
Ruud Gullit has said he would consider taking up the role as Australia coach when Pim Verbeek leaves the post after the FIFA World Cup. . . . more . . .
Giampaolo gets Catania call (May 31, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
Sicilian Serie A side Catania have announced that Marco Giampaolo has been appointed their new head coach following Sinisa Mihajlovic's departure. . . . more . . .
Milan douse Fire in friendly (May 31, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
Clarence Seedorf scored in the 47th minute to give Italian powerhouse AC Milan a 1-0 victory over Major League Soccer's Chicago Fire in a friendly. . . . more . . .
Corinthians continue unbeaten streak (May 31, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
Early leaders Corinthians continued their impressive start to the Campeonato Brasileiro with an exciting 4-2 win at home to Santos. . . . more . . .
Mexico blow past Gambia (May 30, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
Javier Hernandez and Adolfo Bautista each netted twice as Mexico completed their FIFA World Cup preparations with an easy 5-1 win over Gambia. . . . more . . .
Shanghai hit summit (May 30, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
Colombian striker Duvier Riascos scored with five minutes remaining as Shanghai Shenhua extended their lead at the top of the Chinese Super League. . . . more . . .
Westermann blow for Germany (May 30, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
Germany defender Heiko Westermann has been ruled out of the FIFA World Cup after breaking a foot against Hungary, confirmed the German FA. . . . more . . .
Prandelli confirmation for Italy (May 30, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
Fiorentina's Cesare Prandelli has signed a contract to take over as coach of Italy when Marcello Lippi steps down after this summer's FIFA World Cup. . . . more . . .
New Spurs deal for Modric (May 30, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
Croatia playmaking midfielder Luka Modric has signed a new six-year contract to keep him at Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur until 2016. . . . more . . .
Rangers await improved Wilson bid (May 30, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
Rangers manager Walter Smith has revealed the Scottish champions are waiting for a new offer from Liverpool for teenage defender Danny Wilson. . . . more . . .
Galaxy maintain winning run (May 30, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
A battle of two of MLS's top teams saw LA Galaxy continue their strong start to the season with a 2-0 win over previously unbeaten Columbus Crew. . . . more . . .
Fla draw with Gremio (May 30, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
Flamengo drew 1-1 at home to fellow early-season strugglers Gremio in the Campeonato Brasileiro, while the other two matches on Saturday ended goalless. . . . more . . .
Happy Birthday to you! (May 30, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
FIFA.com presents a selection of football's most famous birthday boys. England's Steven Gerrard and Alexi Lalas are just two celebrating this week. . . . more . . .
US edge Turkey for happy send-off (May 29, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
Goals from Jozy Altidore and Clint Dempsey gave the US a 2-1 come-from-behind win over Turkey as the team prepare to depart for South Africa. . . . more . . .
Scandinavians enjoy friendly wins (May 29, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
Sweden, Norway, Iceland, UAE and FYR Macedonia enjoyed friendly wins on Saturday in matches not involving teams headed to the FIFA World Cup. . . . more . . .
Hangzhou climb to second (May 29, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
Du Wei's first-half header and a goal from Li Yan helped Hangzhou Lucheng battle back from a goal down to beat Shenzhen Kingway 2-1. . . . more . . .
Cameroon claw out Slovakia draw (May 29, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
A late goal from Enoh Eyong cancelled out Kamil Kopunek's opener as FIFA World Cup qualifiers Cameroon and Slovakia drew 1-1 on Saturday. . . . more . . .
Verbeek shields injured Kewell from media (May 29, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
Australia coach Pim Verbeek decided to spare ex-Liverpool star Harry Kewell from the media because he wants to wait until the attacker is fully fit. . . . more . . .
Irish focused on themselves (May 29, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
Republic of Ireland skipper Robbie Keane was in no mood to give out any FIFA World Cup pointers after his goals sank South Africa-bound Algeria. . . . more . . .
Domenech set to equal Hidalgo's record (May 29, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
France coach Raymond Domenech will equal famed coach Michel Hidalgo's record for being in charge of the national side when they play Tunisia Sunday. . . . more . . .
Matthaus: Lahm is right captain (May 29, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
Former Germany captain Lothar Matthaus believes Bayern Munich's Philipp Lahm will prove a strong skipper at the 2010 FIFA World Cup this summer. . . . more . . .
Mourinho targets players for Madrid (May 29, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
According to local media, Lazio's Serbian international defender Aleksandar Kolarov is one of new Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho's targets as he seeks to strengthen the Spanish side's defence. . . . more . . .
Scolari parts company with Bunyodkor (May 29, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
Former Chelsea and Brazil boss Luiz Felipe Scolari has left Uzbekistan champions Bunyodkor by mutual consent. . . . more . . .
Saadane warns Algeria after defeat (May 29, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
Algeria coach Rabah Saadane has told his players they must improve dramatically after seeing his side crash 3-0 against the Republic of Ireland. . . . more . . .
Given upbeat over progress (May 28, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
Manchester City's Shay Given is confident of being fit for the start of the new season after a check-up revealed his recovery from shoulder surgery is ahead of schedule. . . . more . . .
Mourinho to make Madrid bow (May 28, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
Real Madrid have confirmed Jose Mourinho will be unveiled as their new manager on Monday after agreeing to a compensation deal with Inter Milan. . . . more . . .
Balitsch back at Bayer (May 28, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
Bayer Leverkusen have re-signed their former midfielder Hanno Balitsch following his decision to leave Hannover. . . . more . . .
Taylor signs new Blues deal (May 28, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
Birmingham goalkeeper Maik Taylor as extended his contract at the club, signing a new one-year deal. . . . more . . .
Genius, madman or both? (May 28, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
FIFA.com takes a look at those prized moments in football history when genius, madness or pure instinct change everything and send fans buzzing. . . . more . . .
France to host UEFA EURO 2016 (May 28, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
UEFA has announced that France will host Europe's biggest international competition for the third time in 2016, with Turkey missing out by a single vote. . . . more . . .
Adriano relishing Roma challenge (May 28, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
Brazilian striker Adriano has revealed he is on the verge of joining Roma, and spoken of his desire to prove himself in a country he exited on bad terms. . . . more . . .
Smith confirms Boyd departure (May 28, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
Rangers manager Walter Smith has conceded that striker Kris Boyd will definitely leave Ibrox this summer after failing to agree a new contract. . . . more . . .
Valdano: Mourinho to arrive next week (May 28, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
Real Madrid director general Jorge Valdano has said that he is hopeful a deal to bring Jose Mourinho to the Bernabeu will be tied up early next week. . . . more . . .
USA remain out in front (May 28, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
USA continue to lead the way in the FIFA/Coca-Cola Women’s World Ranking, extending their lead over Germany, while China break into the top ten. . . . more . . .
Dallas earn draw in Chicago (May 28, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
Major League Soccer strugglers FC Dallas maintained their unbeaten record at Toyota Park as they earned a 1-1 draw at the Chicago Fire. . . . more . . .
Vasco off and running (May 28, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
Vasco Da Gama finally got off the mark with their first win of the Campeonato Brasileiro season, beating fellow slow-starters Internacional 3-2. . . . more . . .
Falconets heading for the clouds (May 28, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
An ambitious Nigeria team with plenty of attacking talent is anxious to break into the last four of July's FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup in Germany. . . . more . . .
Bafana extend unbeaten run (May 27, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
A capacity crowd at Soccer City roared South Africa to a 2-1 victory against Colombia as Bafana Bafana took their undefeated run to nine matches. . . . more . . .
Danes slay Senegal in warm-up (May 27, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
Christian Poulsen and Tomas Enevoldsen both scored to earn Denmark a 2-0 friendly win over West African outfit Senegal in Aalborg on Thursday. . . . more . . .
Keane demands positive outlook (May 27, 2010) (FIFA.com News)
Robbie Keane has ordered the Republic of Ireland to ditch their inferiority complex and believe they are good enough to compete with the best. . . . more . . .
