The architects of success
During his time at Barcelona, Pep Guardiola became a folk hero. He achieved greatness, both as a player and as a coach, enabling the club to hit the heights. And yet, he remained modest about his personal achievements, saying: "Johan Cruyff built the cathedral. Our job is to maintain and renovate it."Source: http://www.fifa.com/development/news/y=2018/m=2/news=the-architects-of-success-2928049.html
FIFA Secretary General meets with Spanish authorities
FIFA Secretary General Fatma Samoura met with Inigo Mendez de Vigo, the Spanish Minister for Education, Culture and Sport, in Madrid on Tuesday 5 February. Also present at the meeting were Jose Ramon Lete, the president of the Spanish Sports Council, and Juan Luis Larrea, the president of the Spanish Football Association (RFEF).
Source: http://www.fifa.com/about-fifa/news/y=2018/m=2/news=fifa-secretary-general-meets-spanish-authorities-2-2928045.html
Rising La Roja eyeing further progress
FIFA.com caught up with Spain head coach Jorge Vilda to discuss the blueprint underlying La Roja's years of success at youth level and the strides they are currently making on the senior stage, which has seen them equal their highest-ever placing in the FIFA/Coca-Cola Women's World Ranking.
Source: http://www.fifa.com/fifa-world-ranking/news/y=2018/m=2/news=rising-la-roja-eyeing-further-progress-2927798.html
The Week in Quotes
This week features David Beckham's newest endeavour in the game, an emotional return for Tim Cahill and the first words from Bert van Marwijk as the new Socceroos manager.
Source: http://www.fifa.com/news/y=2018/m=2/news=the-week-in-quotes-2927775.html
Technical experts working together to drive football forward
A multi-day FIFA workshop for technical experts wrapped up in Doha where the focus was on the exchange of experiences and the definition of common goals across all confederations and national associations.
Source: http://www.fifa.com/development/news/y=2018/m=2/news=technical-experts-working-together-to-drive-football-forward-2927712.html
Main stadium of Russia 2018 receives ‘green’ certification
The FIFA World Cup has always had a strong influence on many aspects of society in Host Nations, and Russia is no exception. With just over four months remaining until the start of the tournament, the venue hosting the Opening Match and Final of the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™ has received a final certificate of pass from international green standard BREEAM.Source: http://www.fifa.com/worldcup/news/y=2018/m=2/news=main-stadium-of-russia-2018-receives-green-certification-2927642.html
Al Jaber: My World Cup memories are vivid
Almost 12 years on from scoring the last of his world finals goals, former Saudi Arabia forward Sami Al Jaber spoke with FIFA.com about his World Cup memories and what Russia 2018 means to the country's players.
Source: http://www.fifa.com/worldcup/news/y=2018/m=2/news=al-jaber-my-world-cup-memories-are-vivid-2927694.html
Brazil dominate again, Paraguay back on big stage
Brazil booked their place at the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup France 2018 in style, winning all their matches at the South American Championships in the age group, held in Ecuador. Joining the Brazilians in France are tournament runners-up Paraguay.
Source: http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup/news/y=2018/m=2/news=brazil-dominate-again-paraguay-back-on-big-stage-2927621.html
Gardiner: Football has the power to improve children’s lives
FIFA Grassroots expert Stanley Gardiner speaks about his experiences working with football and children during the FIFA Technical Experts' Workshop in DohaSource: http://www.fifa.com/development/news/y=2018/m=2/news=gardiner-football-has-the-power-to-improve-children-s-lives-2927590.html
FYR Macedonia’s rollercoaster ride continues
From playing their part in Italy’s failure to qualify for Russia and big wins against famous names, to a promising U-21 side and huge leaps up and down the world rankings, life in football is rarely dull for FYR Macedonia.
Source: http://www.fifa.com/fifa-world-ranking/news/y=2018/m=1/news=fyr-macedonia-s-rollercoaster-ride-continues-2927524.html
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