FIFA World Cup – InfoStride News https://www.theinfostride.com Breaking News, Nigeria News and Top Stories Fri, 17 Jun 2022 20:38:02 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://www.theinfostride.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/cropped-The-InfoStride-Favicon-150x150.png FIFA World Cup – InfoStride News https://www.theinfostride.com 32 32 Frenkie de Jong pleased by Rumors about Manchester United Transfer https://www.theinfostride.com/frenkie-de-jong-pleased-by-rumors-about-manchester-united-transfer/ https://www.theinfostride.com/frenkie-de-jong-pleased-by-rumors-about-manchester-united-transfer/#respond Fri, 17 Jun 2022 20:38:02 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=326747 Frenkie de Jong says he is “flattered” by speculations that Manchester United is interested in signing him. Still, he has no information regarding a possible transfer and is content at Barcelona. Frankie is getting popular like 2022 FIFA World Cup betting trends and his move might be inevitable. Erik ten Hag would like to add [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/frenkie-de-jong-pleased-by-rumors-about-manchester-united-transfer/feed/ 0 Super Eagles Will Qualify For 2022 FIFA World Cup – Gernot Rohr https://www.theinfostride.com/super-eagles-will-qualify-for-2022-fifa-world-cup-gernot-rohr/ https://www.theinfostride.com/super-eagles-will-qualify-for-2022-fifa-world-cup-gernot-rohr/#respond Tue, 29 Sep 2020 23:27:01 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=269709 Super Eagles coach, Gernot Rohr has come out to say that he is sure of qualifying for the 2022 Fifa World Cup in Qatar. He recently revealed that even if he expects a tough challenge during qualification, he knows the squad has what it takes. According to him, Liberia are a team that can’t be underestimated [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/super-eagles-will-qualify-for-2022-fifa-world-cup-gernot-rohr/feed/ 0 Russia 2018: Senator Saraki congratulates Super Eagles in Uyo https://www.theinfostride.com/russia-2018-senator-saraki-congratulates-super-eagles-in-uyo/ Sun, 08 Oct 2017 18:42:34 +0000 http://www.theinfostride.com/?p=184570 The Senate President of Nigeria, Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki, on Saturday, congratulated the Nigerian Super Eagles and all Nigerians on the nation’s qualification for the FIFA World Cup, scheduled to hold in Russia next year. Saraki, in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media & Publicity, Yusuph Olaniyonu, said that he was in [...]

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]]> Watching The Super Eagles Defeat Zambia Was A Delight – APC https://www.theinfostride.com/watching-the-super-eagles-defeat-zambia-was-a-delight-apc/ Sun, 08 Oct 2017 14:29:58 +0000 http://www.theinfostride.com/?p=184528 The All Progressives Congress (APC) has said that sports in Nigeria, particularly football, remained one of the greatest bringer of unity across political affiliations, religion, gender, tribe and other divides. APC, througha spokesman, joined millions of Nigerians in celebrating and congratulating the Super Eagles for their qualification to next year’s FIFA World Cup in Russia. [...]

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]]> WAFU Nations Cup 2017: Nigeria’s Super Eagles set to Renew Rivalry with Ghanaian Black Stars https://www.theinfostride.com/wafu-nations-cup-2017-nigerias-super-eagles-set-to-renew-rivalry-with-ghanaian-black-stars/ Sat, 29 Jul 2017 09:00:07 +0000 http://www.theinfostride.com/?p=174805 In the upcoming West African Football Union (WAFU) Nations Cup, the Nigerian Super Eagles are all set to renew rivalry with the Black Stars of Ghana . The Draw Ceremony for the tournament meant for senior national teams in the sub–region took place at the Labadi Beach Hotel, Accra on Thursday. The competition has been [...]

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]]> Rejecting the Prawn Sandwich Brigade: How Sports Are Trying to Better Engage Their Audiences https://www.theinfostride.com/rejecting-the-prawn-sandwich-brigade-how-sports-are-trying-to-better-engage-their-audiences/ Thu, 29 Jun 2017 11:04:12 +0000 http://www.theinfostride.com/?p=170098 There’s no doubt about it: sport is no longer just a passing passion or a casual pastime, especially when it comes to the top of the sporting pyramid where the top events and leagues across the world like the FIFA World Cup, the NFL, and the Olympics have moved from being sporting displays of prowess to [...]

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]]> Cameroon Will Beat Super Eagles – Benjamin Moukandjo https://www.theinfostride.com/cameroon-will-beat-super-eagles-benjamin-moukandjo/ Thu, 29 Jun 2017 04:29:47 +0000 http://www.theinfostride.com/?p=169921 Cameroon captain, Benjamin Moukandjo is confident that they will beat the Super Eagles of Nigeria to qualify for the 2018 FIFA World Cup. Cameroon and Nigeria face off in a doubleheader in August/September for the top spot in Group B of African qualifiers. Cameroon are second in the group after two games with two points [...]

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]]> Xabi Alonso Set To Retire https://www.theinfostride.com/xabi-alonso-set-to-retire/ Wed, 18 Jan 2017 20:44:38 +0000 http://www.theinfostride.com/?p=154147 Bayern Munich veteran midfielder Xabi Alonso has revealed his plans to retire at the end of the current season. Alonso has had a magnificent career that spanned 18 years filled with trophies at several clubs that include Liverpool and Real Madrid. According to German newspaper Sports Bild, the 35-year-old informed Bayern Munich of his decision [...]

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]]> NFF Condoles Nigeria’s Head Coach Keshi Over Wife’s Death https://www.theinfostride.com/nff-condoles-nigerias-head-coach-keshi-over-wifes-death/ Fri, 11 Dec 2015 12:23:25 +0000 http://www.theinfostride.com/?p=111924 Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has condoled with former Nigeria skipper and Head Coach, Stephen Keshi, who lost his darling wife, Kate, on Wednesday night. NFF President Amaju Pinnick spoke at length with Keshi over the phone on Thursday afternoon, as news of the tragic incident filtered into the public space. Sources said that Kate, 54, [...]

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]]> Football: At The Start Of Nigeria’s U-17 Love Affair https://www.theinfostride.com/football-at-the-start-of-nigerias-u-17-love-affair/ Mon, 23 Nov 2015 21:33:35 +0000 http://www.theinfostride.com/?p=108403 When Nigeria lifted the FIFA U-17 World Cup in Chile earlier this month, it was the side’s record fifth time – 30 years on from their first success at what was then the U-16 World Championship in China. In between those successes the Nigerians have dominated the event, reaching eight finals, including four of the [...]

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]]> Everyone’s singing on the Nigeria bus – Ikeme https://www.theinfostride.com/everyones-singing-on-the-nigeria-bus-ikeme/ Tue, 17 Nov 2015 11:20:28 +0000 http://www.theinfostride.com/?p=107480 There are over 3,000 miles between Onitsha in Nigeria and Birmingham in England, the journey made by Carl Ikeme’s father in order to receive the university education he wanted. A little more than 30 years later, Ikeme Jnr is making this long trip in reverse in order to keep goal for the Super Eagles. With [...]

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]]> FIFA U-17 World Cup – Unforgiving Africans advance https://www.theinfostride.com/fifa-u-17-world-cup-unforgiving-africans-advance/ Mon, 02 Nov 2015 11:07:36 +0000 http://www.theinfostride.com/?p=105057 THE DAY REPLAYED – Holders Nigeria dented Brazil’s profligacy and strolled into the last-four with a 3-0 victory, while Mali maintained their impressive defensive record to progress to their first FIFA U-17 World Cup semi-final courtesy of a tightly-contested 1-0 win over Croatia. Three goals in five first-half minutes undid a positive start for Brazil, sending a stunned A [...]

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]]> It’s time to complete your World XI https://www.theinfostride.com/its-time-to-complete-your-world-xi/ Mon, 01 Dec 2014 21:10:13 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/12/its-time-to-complete-your-world-xi/ With the complete 55-player shortlist revealed, Club members can now submit their completed teams for our World XI 2014 Predictor game. FIFA.com News

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]]> Rummenigge praises Guardiola, wants extension https://www.theinfostride.com/rummenigge-praises-guardiola-wants-extension/ Sun, 30 Nov 2014 14:10:05 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/11/rummenigge-praises-guardiola-wants-extension/ After an impressive beginning to Pep Guardiola’s time at the helm of Bayern Munich, club chairman Karl-Heinz Rummenigge was full of praise for the Spaniard and hopes to extend his contract. FIFA.com News

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]]> Happy Birthday to you! https://www.theinfostride.com/happy-birthday-to-you/ https://www.theinfostride.com/happy-birthday-to-you/#comments Sun, 30 Nov 2014 14:10:03 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/11/happy-birthday-to-you/ In our weekly birthday round-up we feature a Portuguese midfield maestro, the man who now has a penalty shot named after him, a recently retired American centre-back and Australia’s all-time leading scorer. FIFA.com News

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/happy-birthday-to-you/feed/ 1 New Zealand 2015 Mascot fires up crowds in Auckland and Wellington https://www.theinfostride.com/new-zealand-2015-mascot-fires-up-crowds-in-auckland-and-wellington/ Sun, 30 Nov 2014 07:10:12 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/11/new-zealand-2015-mascot-fires-up-crowds-in-auckland-and-wellington/ The Official Mascot for the FIFA U-20 World Cup New Zealand 2015 was launched today at Auckland’s Santa Parade – marking six months until the biggest celebration of global football hits New Zealand. FIFA.com News

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]]> Mordovia down Zenit, CSKA smash Ufa https://www.theinfostride.com/mordovia-down-zenit-cska-smash-ufa/ Sat, 29 Nov 2014 21:10:11 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/11/mordovia-down-zenit-cska-smash-ufa/ Zenit St. Petersburg slipped to a shock 1-0 defeat at Mordovia Saransk, allowing CSKA Moscow to cut into their lead at the top of the Russian Premier League as their capital club hammered FC Ufa 5-0 on Saturday. FIFA.com News

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]]> Sunderland hold Chelsea, United take down Hull https://www.theinfostride.com/sunderland-hold-chelsea-united-take-down-hull/ Sat, 29 Nov 2014 21:10:05 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/11/sunderland-hold-chelsea-united-take-down-hull/ Chelsea failed to win for only the third time in the English Premier League season as Sunderland held Jose Mourinho’s men to a goalless draw, while Manchester United beat Hull City 3-0 and Newcastle United saw their winning streak snapped. FIFA.com News

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]]> High-speed hat-tricks and timely trebles https://www.theinfostride.com/high-speed-hat-tricks-and-timely-trebles/ Fri, 28 Nov 2014 14:10:28 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/11/high-speed-hat-tricks-and-timely-trebles/ To mark 50 years since the official fastest hat-trick was scored, which clocked in at 90 seconds, FIFA.com runs down some of quickest trebles in the game. FIFA.com News

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]]> Wenger: Wilshere will come back stronger https://www.theinfostride.com/wenger-wilshere-will-come-back-stronger/ Fri, 28 Nov 2014 14:10:18 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/11/wenger-wilshere-will-come-back-stronger/ Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is confident midfielder Jack Wilshere can return stronger after having surgery on an injured ankle. FIFA.com News

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]]> Ahly hope to restore Egyptian pride https://www.theinfostride.com/ahly-hope-to-restore-egyptian-pride/ Fri, 28 Nov 2014 07:10:54 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/11/ahly-hope-to-restore-egyptian-pride/ Cairo club Al Ahly set out this weekend to win the CAF Confederation Cup final against Côte d’Ivoire side Sewe Sport and help bring some brightness back to Egyptian football. FIFA.com News

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]]> River edge past rivals Boca into final https://www.theinfostride.com/river-edge-past-rivals-boca-into-final/ Fri, 28 Nov 2014 07:10:40 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/11/river-edge-past-rivals-boca-into-final/ A lone first-half strike from Antonio Vespucio Liberti saw River Plate edge into the Copa Sudamericana final at the expense of fierce rivals Boca Juniors. FIFA.com News

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]]> Spiranovic writes chapter in Wanderers fairytale https://www.theinfostride.com/spiranovic-writes-chapter-in-wanderers-fairytale/ Fri, 28 Nov 2014 01:10:10 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/11/spiranovic-writes-chapter-in-wanderers-fairytale/ FIFA.com looks at Western Sydney Wanderers defender Matt Spiranovic whose miracle six-month period mirrors his club’s improbable march to the Asian summit. FIFA.com News

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]]> Everton, Spurs progress, Astra save Celtic https://www.theinfostride.com/everton-spurs-progress-astra-save-celtic/ Fri, 28 Nov 2014 01:10:05 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/11/everton-spurs-progress-astra-save-celtic/ A 2-0 win over Wolfsburg saw Everton secure their place in the UEFA Europa League last 32 in style, with Tottenham Hotspur joining them, while a win for Astra ensured a beaten Celtic also made it through. FIFA.com News

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]]> Ortigoza: A story of pressure-fuelled penalties https://www.theinfostride.com/ortigoza-a-story-of-pressure-fuelled-penalties/ Thu, 27 Nov 2014 21:10:04 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/11/ortigoza-a-story-of-pressure-fuelled-penalties/ FIFA.com caught up with San Lorenzo midfielder and penalty specialist Nestor Ortigoza, asking him about his peerless technique from 12 yards and next month’s Club World Cup in Morocco. FIFA.com News

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]]> Vermaelen season in doubt https://www.theinfostride.com/vermaelen-season-in-doubt/ Thu, 27 Nov 2014 21:10:01 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/11/vermaelen-season-in-doubt/ After a season of frustrations so far for Thomas Vermaelen, he may be ruled out until the end of Barcelona’s campaign entirely with the Belgian set for thigh surgery. FIFA.com News

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]]> The history of FIFA https://www.theinfostride.com/the-history-of-fifa/ Thu, 27 Nov 2014 14:10:04 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/11/the-history-of-fifa/ In our latest Video of the Week, we delve deeper into the history of FIFA. How and when was it created, which significant successes has it celebrated, and what is the world football governing body’s mission today? FIFA.com News

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]]> Emblem a hit in Russia https://www.theinfostride.com/emblem-a-hit-in-russia/ Thu, 27 Nov 2014 14:10:02 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/11/emblem-a-hit-in-russia/ An opinion poll has shown that 65 per cent of Russians – and 74 per cent of its youngsters – like the Official Emblem for the next FIFA World Cup. FIFA.com News

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]]> Nacional edge past Sao Paulo into final https://www.theinfostride.com/nacional-edge-past-sao-paulo-into-final/ Thu, 27 Nov 2014 07:10:08 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/11/nacional-edge-past-sao-paulo-into-final/ Colombia’s Atletico Nacional are into the final of the Copa Sudamericana after edging a tense penalty shoot-out victory over Brazilian giants Sao Paulo. FIFA.com News

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]]> Simeone praises Atletico progress https://www.theinfostride.com/simeone-praises-atletico-progress/ Thu, 27 Nov 2014 07:10:03 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/11/simeone-praises-atletico-progress/ Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone hailed his players for turning round a poor start to their UEFA Champions League campaign to qualify for the last 16 with a game to spare. FIFA.com News

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]]> Sato swivels for Sanfrecce stunner https://www.theinfostride.com/sato-swivels-for-sanfrecce-stunner/ Thu, 27 Nov 2014 01:10:04 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/11/sato-swivels-for-sanfrecce-stunner/ Hisato Sato’s magnificent looping half-volley for Sanfrecce Hiroshima is the latest FIFA Puskás Award nominee to go under the microscope. FIFA.com News

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]]> Seattle’s odd couple https://www.theinfostride.com/seattles-odd-couple/ Wed, 26 Nov 2014 14:10:07 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/11/seattles-odd-couple/ Obafemi Martins and Clint Dempsey might be the most dangerous strike duo in Major League Soccer history, and FIFA.com takes a closer look at their sometimes combustible, but always productive, relationship. FIFA.com News

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]]> Canada ready to welcome the world https://www.theinfostride.com/canada-ready-to-welcome-the-world/ Wed, 26 Nov 2014 14:10:03 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/11/canada-ready-to-welcome-the-world/ The FIFA Women’s World Cup Canada 2015 looms ever closer with the Final Draw taking place on 6 December in Ottawa. Read on for all the information about the event and FIFA.com’s coverage leading up to the tournament. FIFA.com News

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]]> Sun Wen: Success comes from hard work https://www.theinfostride.com/sun-wen-success-comes-from-hard-work/ Wed, 26 Nov 2014 07:10:44 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/11/sun-wen-success-comes-from-hard-work/ FIFA.com chats with China PR great Sun Wen to seek the views of the FIFA Female Player of the Century ahead of the fast-looming FIFA Women’s World Player of the Year announcement. FIFA.com News

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]]> FIFA U-20 World Cup 2015 Mascot to make debut this weekend https://www.theinfostride.com/fifa-u-20-world-cup-2015-mascot-to-make-debut-this-weekend/ Wed, 26 Nov 2014 07:10:32 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/11/fifa-u-20-world-cup-2015-mascot-to-make-debut-this-weekend/ The Official Mascot for the FIFA U-20 World Cup 2015 New Zealand is to be unveiled at Auckland’s Santa Parade on Sunday 30 November. FIFA.com News

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]]> Lindsay aiming high in Morocco https://www.theinfostride.com/lindsay-aiming-high-in-morocco/ Wed, 26 Nov 2014 01:10:02 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/11/lindsay-aiming-high-in-morocco/ Auckland City FC midfielder Cameron Lindsay is setting his sights on regaining a professional contract and the former New Zealand youth international is hoping Morocco 2014 will be the perfect springboard. FIFA.com News

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]]> Alonso: Football is not mathematics https://www.theinfostride.com/alonso-football-is-not-mathematics/ Mon, 24 Nov 2014 21:10:12 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/11/alonso-football-is-not-mathematics/ Ahead of their UEFA Champions League group stage match, Bayern Munich midfielder Xabi Alonso claimed that Manchester City’s struggles in the competition prove it is not possible for clubs to buy success. FIFA.com News

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]]> Giroud to miss remaining European matches https://www.theinfostride.com/giroud-to-miss-remaining-european-matches/ Mon, 24 Nov 2014 21:10:09 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/11/giroud-to-miss-remaining-european-matches/ Olivier Giroud will miss both of Arsenal’s remaining UEFA Champions League group matches after the club did not include the striker on their original squad list.  FIFA.com News

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]]> The FIFA community is growing daily! https://www.theinfostride.com/the-fifa-community-is-growing-daily/ Mon, 24 Nov 2014 14:10:25 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/11/the-fifa-community-is-growing-daily/   Every day, all over the world, football fans are discovering, signing-up for and following the FIFA.com Club. Register for the Club and gain access to exclusive features, contests and games. FIFA.com News

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]]> United edge Arsenal to go fourth https://www.theinfostride.com/united-edge-arsenal-to-go-fourth/ Sat, 22 Nov 2014 21:10:08 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/11/united-edge-arsenal-to-go-fourth/ Manchester United moved back into the top four of the English Premier League with a 2-1 smash-and-grab raid at Arsenal. FIFA.com News

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]]> Zenit beat Kuban to extend lead https://www.theinfostride.com/zenit-beat-kuban-to-extend-lead/ Sat, 22 Nov 2014 21:10:04 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/11/zenit-beat-kuban-to-extend-lead/ Zenit St. Petersburg went eight points clear at the Russian Premier League summit with a 1-0 home win over Kuban Krasnodar, while FC Krasnodar moved into second spot with a 2-1 win over defending champions CSKA Moscow.  FIFA.com News

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]]> Celtic captain Brown signs new deal https://www.theinfostride.com/celtic-captain-brown-signs-new-deal/ Fri, 21 Nov 2014 01:10:02 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/11/celtic-captain-brown-signs-new-deal/ Celtic captain Scott Brown signed a new contract with the Scottish champions, tying him to the Glasgow club until 2018.  FIFA.com News

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]]> FIFA statement following the meeting of the FIFA Ethics Committee chairmen https://www.theinfostride.com/fifa-statement-following-the-meeting-of-the-fifa-ethics-committee-chairmen/ Thu, 20 Nov 2014 21:10:06 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/11/fifa-statement-following-the-meeting-of-the-fifa-ethics-committee-chairmen/ FIFA acknowledges the information provided by the chairman of the adjudicatory chamber and the chairman of the investigatory chamber of the FIFA Ethics Committee following their meeting at the Home of FIFA in Zurich today. FIFA.com News

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]]> Joint statement from the chairmen of the FIFA Ethics Committee chambers https://www.theinfostride.com/joint-statement-from-the-chairmen-of-the-fifa-ethics-committee-chambers/ Thu, 20 Nov 2014 21:10:03 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/11/joint-statement-from-the-chairmen-of-the-fifa-ethics-committee-chambers/ The chairman of the adjudicatory chamber and the chairman of the investigatory chamber of the FIFA Ethics Committee, Hans-Joachim Eckert and Michael J. Garcia respectively, met today, Thursday 20 November at the Home of FIFA in Zurich. FIFA.com News

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]]> FIFA Digital win two prestigious awards https://www.theinfostride.com/fifa-digital-win-two-prestigious-awards/ Thu, 20 Nov 2014 14:10:03 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/11/fifa-digital-win-two-prestigious-awards/ FIFA Digital’s excellence in their field has been rewarded at the Football Business Awards in London and the Best of Swiss Apps 2014 in Zurich. FIFA.com News

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]]> Guinea, Côte d'Ivoire qualify as Nigeria crash out https://www.theinfostride.com/guinea-cte-divoire-qualify-as-nigeria-crash-out/ Thu, 20 Nov 2014 01:10:52 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/11/guinea-cte-divoire-qualify-as-nigeria-crash-out/ Guinea joined Côte d’Ivoire, Mali, Ghana and Congo DR in qualifying for the 2015 CAF Africa Cup of Nations on Wednesday but defending champions Nigeria crashed out. FIFA.com News

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]]> Caligiuri strike sets solid foundation for USA's future https://www.theinfostride.com/caligiuri-strike-sets-solid-foundation-for-usas-future/ Thu, 20 Nov 2014 01:10:48 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/11/caligiuri-strike-sets-solid-foundation-for-usas-future/ FIFA.com recalls Paul Caligiuri’s goal in USA’s 1-0 win over Trinidad and Tobago – affectionately known as ‘the shot heard round the world’ – that happened 25 years ago today and we look at the progress the United States have made since that day in Port of Spain. FIFA.com News

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]]> Nizhny Novgorod ready to start stadium construction https://www.theinfostride.com/nizhny-novgorod-ready-to-start-stadium-construction/ Wed, 19 Nov 2014 21:10:55 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/11/nizhny-novgorod-ready-to-start-stadium-construction/ One of the most picturesque cities on the Volga, Nizhny Novgorod, is preparing for construction to start at its new stadium for the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia, and a delegation led by the Russian First Deputy Prime Minister, Igor Shuvalov, inspected the stadium’s pace of progress. FIFA.com News

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]]> Modric lay-off lengthened to three months https://www.theinfostride.com/modric-lay-off-lengthened-to-three-months/ Tue, 18 Nov 2014 14:10:08 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/11/modric-lay-off-lengthened-to-three-months/ The Croatian Football Federation have said that Luka Modric will be out for as long as three months after scans revealed a more serious thigh injury than initially expected. FIFA.com News

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]]> Diego Costa’s deadly pirouette https://www.theinfostride.com/diego-costas-deadly-pirouette/ Tue, 18 Nov 2014 14:10:05 +0000 http://www.theinfostrides.com/2014/11/diego-costas-deadly-pirouette/ Continuing our look at the individual contenders for the FIFA Puskás Award, FIFA.com throws the spotlight on Diego Costa’s agile overhead kick for Atletico Madrid against Getafe. FIFA.com News

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