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Debutants Colombia snatch vital point
Colombia marked their first appearance at a FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup with an encouraging draw against France who had never previously shared the points in 13 games in the competition.
Debutants Colombia snatch vital point (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1273549.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Sweden's hopes of a winning start in Group B went awry as New Zealand took an early lead in Bielefeld but Antonia Goransson had the answer with two second-half goals.
Goransson comes good for Sweden (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1273704.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
FIFA and the Local Organising Committee are extremely proud to unveil the FIFA Women's World Cup 2011 mascot, in the form of a cat named Karla Kick!
A cat is the new FIFA Women's World Cup 2011 Official Mascot (http://www.fifa.com/womensworldcup/organisation/media/newsid=1273562.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
The first day of the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Germany 2010 is complete and FIFA.com has a round-up of today's action, including a four-goal romp by the hosts.
Hosts make fast start, Brazil fall (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1273768.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
In 2004 Sydney Leroux became the youngest player ever to compete in the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup, and now she has a chance to add another chapter to her legacy.
Leroux has a lot to live up to (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1273792.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
It was England who took the lead against the run of play in Augsburg but Nigeria hit back forcefully and Desire Oparanozie deservedly earned her team a point.
Oparanozie pegs England back (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1273774.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Korea Republic produced the best performance at Germany 2010 so far as Ji So-Yun fired a hat-trick and inspire an emphatic 4-0 victory over Switzerland.
Ji So Yun leads Swiss a merry dance (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1273787.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
It was always going to be a difficult opening fixture for Costa Rica and after Germany Las Ticas are anticipating an improved display against France.
Ticas confident despite German defeat (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1274491.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
FIFA.com spoke exclusively to Chelsey Wood about her talented football family, New Zealand's chances in their forthcoming fixture and the atmosphere among the squad.
Wood: Like brother, like sister (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1274510.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
After a day's rest, Germany 2010 is back in full swing with another four matches to be played, including second games for Germany and Sweden.
Brazil set to test Sweden (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/matches/round=253537/match=300125144/preview.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Their record at the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup is a modest one but Mexico might be about to turn that around - thanks to their USA-based players.
American twist to Mexican tale (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1274766.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
The 1-1 draw with USA was a great boost for Ghana's prospects in Germany and they intend staying involved right until the end of the tournament.
Ghana's sights on the trophy (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1274694.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Two second-half goals from Marina Makanza, who is on a real scoring spree in Germany, helped France beat Costa Rica and move closer to the quarter-finals.
Makanza works her magic again (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1274596.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Brazil were left with an uphill struggle to qualify after they were held to a 1-1 draw by Sweden who are much better placed in Group A on four points.
Rafaelle gives Brazil hope from the spot (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1274608.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Germany became one of two sides to book their place in the quarter-finals with another impressive victory while Colombia still hope to follow them there.
Germany go through at a canter (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1274602.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
FIFA.com reviews another exciting day in Germany, with further wins for the host nation and Korea DPR but disappointment for Costa Rica and New Zealand.
Germany, Korea DPR celebrate, two depart (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1274934.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Early goals from Amarachi Okoronkwo and Desire Oparanozie powered Nigeria to a vital 2-1 win over Japan on Saturday in Augsburg.
Falconets too much for Japan (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1274989.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Renae Cuellar scored her second goal at the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup to hand Mexico a 1-0 victory over England in Augsburg.
Mexico hold off England (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1274993.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
It proved to be a bad afternoon for Europe but a winning one for Asian, African and North American fans. FIFA.com reviews another goal-laden day in Germany.
Surprises, frustration and a sigh of relief (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1275278.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Six points from two games is a terrific start to the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup for Korea DPR and they are determined to go one step further than Chile 2008.
Choe: Our goal is the final (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1275363.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
At just 18 years old, Dzsenifer Marozsan is already proving herself one of Germany's key players in the heart of their midfield.
Marozsan: A real highlight (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1275364.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
For highly-rated Swiss rising star Ramona Bachmann the 2010 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup has been a disappointment on a number of levels.
Back problem a curse for Bachmann (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1275320.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
In the final games in Groups A and B the top two sides clash while the third-placed pray the results go their way and grant them a quarter-final berth.
Colombia and Brazil wait in the wings (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/matches/round=253537/match=300125142/preview.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
A fourth successive quarter-final place is within the grasp of Nigeria and much is owed to the combination up front of Ebere Orji and Desire Oparanozie.
Falconets flying high (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1275542.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
With just one point from two games, England are not living up to their billing as a side to watch at Germany 2010. Against Japan they intend making amends.
Killer instinct could prove crucial (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1275536.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Ji So-Yun has made a big impression at Germany 2010 with the help of Korea Republic team-mate and free-kick specialist Kim Na-Rae.
Kim and Ji: A winning combination (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1275548.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Another exciting day is in store in Germany with the top two teams in both Groups C and D coming face to face and only Korea Republic certain to go through.
Favourites sweating over dramatic finale (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/matches/round=253537/match=300125153/preview.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
An Alexandra Popp treble inspired Germany to a 4-1 win over France that sent them through with a 100 per cent record and eliminated their opponents on goal difference.
Germany finish top, eliminate France (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1275681.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
It's their first FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup and it's Independence Day back home so Colombia were delighted to be able to celebrate a place in the last eight.
Colombia make it through in style (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1275689.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Brazil scored four times against New Zealand and finished on four points but it couldn't earn them a quarter-final place - the first time they have missed out.
Brazil's hopes are dashed (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1275693.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
FIFA.com rounds up Tuesday's action as Sweden beat Korea DPR to top Group B, Colombia pipped France to the post and hosts Germany also marched into the last eight.
Colombia and Sweden into quarters (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1276230.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Japan ran out easy 3-1 winners over England but there was disappointment for them when they learned that it wasn't enough to carry them into the quarter-finals as Mexico had battled back to earn a point against Nigeria.
Japan triumph - but go home (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1276274.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
A second-half equaliser from Alina Garciamendez booked Mexico a place in the quarter-finals as Group C winners by virtue of goals scored, with opponents Nigeria also making it through.
Garciamendez keeps dream alive (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1276316.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Ghana edged the struggling Swiss 2-0 in Bochum, but the result mattered for little as both sides head for home after the group stages of Germany 2010.
Ghana beat Swiss, both head home (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1276319.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
After a slow start, USA have found their form at Germany 2010. FIFA.com's review of the day also shows that Mexico's joy at making the last eight was unconfined.
Champs march on, joy for Mexico (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1276643.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Attacking football was rewarded in Group A with Germany, unsurprisingly, claiming one of the qualifying places and dark horses Colombia rising to the challenge.
Group A: Debutants Colombia the surprise (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1276877.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Mexico and Nigeria surprisingly topped Group C at the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup ahead of fancied Japan and England.
Group C: Surprises aplenty (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1276841.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Sweden are on a roll with a quarter-final berth in their first-ever FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup and Sofia Jakobsson has played a big part in their success.
Jakobsson hungry for more (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1277280.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
They say they are one big happy family and that unity and familiarity can help Colombia overcome Sweden on Saturday in the clash of quarter-final debutants.
No limit for confident Cafeteras (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1277069.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
She puts energy and determination behind the German cause and a goal in their quarter-final against Korea DPR would be something special for Svenja Huth to celebrate.
Huth: Unpredictability is our strength (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1277223.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
It's the first day of the quarter-final action at Germany 2010 and while two former champions go head-to-head, there's intrigue in the meeting of two debutant sides.
Debutants confident as big guns clash (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/matches/round=253549/match=300125168/preview.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
They have totted up two successive wins in Dresden already so Korea Republic always wanted to head back east for their quarter-final. Mexico await them.
'Home' comforts favour Korea Republic (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1277355.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Both Mexico and Korea Republic enter new territory on Sunday as they vie for a place in the semi-finals while USA aim to continue their dominance over Nigeria.
Mexico and Korea Republic eye top-four finish (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/matches/round=253549/match=300125166/preview.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Sydney Leroux has rightly grabbed a lot of attention for USA so far but Bianca Henninger has been just as effective at the other end frustrating the opposition.
Henninger: Keeping the opposition at bay. (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1277278.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Charlyn Corral has scored for Mexico in three successive FIFA U-20 Women's World Cups but this is the first time she can prepare for a match in the quarter-finals.
Corral: Mexico's teenage veteran (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1277310.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Could it be a case of fourth time lucky for Nigeria who take on USA for a semi-final berth on Sunday knowing they have lost all three previous last-eight contests.
Okoronkwo full of optimism (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1277456.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Few people rated Colombia's chances at the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup highly before the start but two early goals in Bielefeld booked them a semi-final place.
Rincon drives Colombia on (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1277293.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
The host nation continued their winning run at the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Germany 2010 with a comprehensive defeat of Korea DPR who lost a player to a red card.
Popp and Arnold send Germany through (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1277399.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
They took the same route into the semi-finals with matching 2-0 wins and now Germany and Colombia wait to see who they will face there. FIFA.com rounds up the day in Germany.
Germany, Colombia through at the double (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1277546.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Nigeria won a penalty shootout to claim a place in the semi-finals at the end of an enthralling struggle in Augsburg.
Nigeria stun USA in shootout thriller (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1277598.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Korea Republic ran out 3-1 winners over Mexico in Dresden for a place against hosts Germany in the semi-finals of the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup.
Korea Republic ease past Mexico (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1277606.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
USA missed out on their accustomed semi-final place after their defeat on penalties against Nigeria while Korea Republic celebrated making history against Mexico.
Bitter day for the champions (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1277795.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Seven points from three matches and top spot in Group B marked an impressive FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup debut for the Swedish starlets.
Sweden celebrate successful bow (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1278070.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
FIFA.com analyses the whys and wherefores concerning USA's earlier than anticipated exit at the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup in Germany.
Fatigue blamed for USA failure (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1277902.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
They have a good track record in the competition and despite their quarter-final defeat, Korea DPR are confident they will come back a stronger outfit.
Korea DPR look to the future (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1278075.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
There may have been disappointment at the manner of their quarter-final defeat, but Mexico won a lot of new admirers at Germany 2010 and went further than ever before.
Mexico exit with heads held high (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1278072.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Which new football identity is graceful, athletic and bubbling with personality? Meet Karla Kick, the official mascot of the FIFA Women's World Cup 2011™.
Can Karla Kick it? Yes she can! (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1278317.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Seven-goal Alexandra Popp has played a starring role in Germany's advance to the semi-finals and ahead of Thursday's clash with Korea Republic, she spoke exclusively to FIFA.com.
Popp: We respect all our opponents (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1278322.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Just four teams are left standing at Germany 2010 and - the host nation excepted - surprise names are among them. Semi-final day promises to be fascinating.
New faces make final push (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1278352.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Ji So-Yun is chasing glory in Germany on two fronts - to help Korea Republic lift the trophy and to win the race for the adidas Golden Shoe. But the hosts and Alexandra Popp stand in the way.
Ji So-Yun: No team is unbeatable (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1278397.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Only two previous debutants can claim to have matched Colombia's achievement in reaching the last four. Helping them progress are twins Natalia and Tatiana Ariza.
Cafetera twins not lacking ambition (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1278763.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
It has been called the greatest achievement in African women's football. Now Nigeria's challenge, having overcome USA, is to maintain their push towards Sunday's final.
President sparks Nigeria's progress (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1278708.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
FIFA has published the list of candidates for the adidas Golden Ball to be awarded to the player of the tournament at Germany 2010.
List of candidates published (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1278846.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
The FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup has been full of good football and interesting developments. FIFA's Technical Study Group tracks all the trends and tactical changes.
Reward for possession play (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1278844.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Germany scored another five goals to defeat Koreat Republic and book their place in Sunday's final. Maren Meinert's team have now racked up 18 goals in five tournament games.
No stopping rampant Germany (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1279037.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Nigeria became the first African team to reach the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup final as they overcame Colombia with a second minute goal in Bielefeld.
Early strike proves a winner for Nigeria (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1279105.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Just two teams remain in the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup: the host nation and Nigeria. FIFA.com rounds up semi-final day at Germany 2010.
Germany and Nigeria into the final (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1279382.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
In a fascinating match-up in the final of Germany 2010, the host nation and former champions face a Nigeria side flying the flag for Africa and underdogs everywhere.
Nigeria plot a final surprise (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1279524.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
It's not the big final showdown they had hoped for but there's still plenty to play for as Korea Republic and Colombia decide who finishes in third place at Germany 2010.
Two surprise packages vie for bronze (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1279600.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Korea Republic have only twice before reached the semi-finals of major tournaments - and then missed out on the bronze medal. This time they want to make amends.
Choi: We want to go home with a medal (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1279739.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Colombia's disappointment at losing the semi-final has given way to a new determination to beat Korea Republic in Sunday's match for third place.
Colombia looking on the bright side (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1279738.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Nigeria has been enthralled by the exploits of their team at the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup and Falconets coach Ndem Egan says not to count them out against the host Germans in the final.
Final task awaits confident Nigeria (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1279710.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
She is already a fixture in the German senior team but a place in the final of the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup 2010 is an extra-special occasion for Kim Kulig.
Kulig: We're nearly there (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1279752.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter has enthused about the attractive football played in Germany and the fact that the four semi-finalists were from different continents.
Blatter: Women's football is on the rise (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1279800.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Korea Republic ended their first FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup tournament for six years with a 1-0 win over Colombia which means they claim the bronze medal.
Ji finishes with a flourish (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1279947.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Germany lifted the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup for the second time with a 2-0 win over Nigeria while Alexandra Popp's early goal ensured her of individual honours.
Germany: The first home winners (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1280010.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
FIFA.com brings you a round-up of the awards handed out to the most talented young players at the end of the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup in Germany.
Double honour for Alexandra Popp (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1280145.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
They not only picked up the trophy but two of the individual awards as well. FIFA.com rounds up a successful final day for the host nation Germany.
Hosts Germany reign supreme (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1280147.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
Germany have influential players all over the pitch and two special gems in Alexandra Popp and Kim Kulig who told FIFA.com about the thrill of picking up so much silverware.
Popp and Kulig in dreamland (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1280261.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
They have achieved far more than any previous African team at a FIFA Women's World Cup but Nigeria believe it may only be the start of a successful period.
Nigeria plan for repeat success (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1280200.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)
The FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Germany 2010 was a resounding success, giving fans a taster of what is to come when the senior tournament arrives next year.
Germany triumph on home turf (http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/newsid=1280838.html?cid=rssfeed&att=)