Juan Jesus: I’m young, strong and quick FIFA.com speaks to Inter Milan's new defensive sensation Juan Jesus, who is looking forward to teaming up with Brazilian compatriot Lucio in the Nerazzuri rearguard.

Tragedy in Port Said – FIFA provides financial support FIFA has decided to donate financial aid of $250,000 USD to the families of the victims of last week’s tragedy in Port Said (Egypt) following the football match between Al Masry and Al Ahly.

Cup of Nations a family affair The four sets of brothers - three of which will face off in this week's semi-finals - are just the start of the family connections at the 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations.

Former kings set as group action begins The group stage of the Copa Libertadores gets underway with Vasco da Gama hosting Nacional and fellow former champions Internacional, Olimpia and Velez Sarsfield in action.

USA 1950 hero Keough dies Harry Keough, a member of the US football team that stunned England at the 1950 FIFA World Cup™, died Tuesday at the age of 84, a US Soccer spokesman confirmed.

Ayew: Title will give Ghana greatness Ghana need to win the CAF Africa Cup of Nations to confirm their status as one of the continent's top sides, Black Stars midfielder Andre Ayew said today.

Europe’s contenders left in the cold Europe’s big freeze saw havoc played with the fixture list in England, Belgium and the Netherlands, while there were shocks in store for the frontrunners in Italy, Spain and France. FIFA.com rounds up the weekend action.

Who is the best player in Serie A? FIFA.com wants to know who you rate as the top player in the Italian top flight.

Rennes survive late Evian surge in Cup Rennes sealed their place in the quarter-finals of the French Cup with a 3-2 victory over Ligue 1 rivals Evian today.

Thigh strain to sideline Samuel Argentine centre-back Walter Samuel was diagnosed with a thigh strain today that could keep him out of action for a couple of weeks.

Stoke's Huth appeal rejected Stoke defender Robert Huth is to serve a three-game ban after his appeal against a red card received during Saturday's home clash with Sunderland was rejected by a disciplinary panel.

France announce Estonia friendly France will face Estonia in their final warm-up match before taking on England in their first UEFA EURO 2012 Group D clash this summer.

Big freeze hits French Cup fixtures Arctic conditions throughout France have forced the country's football authorities to postpone three last-16 encounters in the French Cup.

Three-match ban for Molinaro The German FA have banned Stuttgart's Cristian Molinaro for three matches following a bad challenge on Andre Schurrle in Saturday's 2-2 draw.

Neuer: Bayern are under pressure Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has admitted that his side are under pressure after being knocked off top spot in the Bundesliga by Borussia Dortmund.

Enrique: Roma need to be consistent Roma coach Luis Enrique has stated that his side should not be considered as one of Italy's finest sides until they reach the upper echelons of the Serie A table.

Conte: It's 50-50 Heading into Wednesday's Coppa Italia semi-final first leg against AC Milan, Juventus coach Antonio Conte believes that the outcome is simply too close to call.

Mikel boost for Blues Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel returned to full training after seven weeks on the sidelines today and could play a part in the Londoners' visit to Everton on Saturday.

Johnson: Suarez is a strong character Liverpool defender Glen Johnson believes that Luis Suarez will let his 'football do the talking' when the Reds visit Old Trafford on Saturday for an important Premier League encounter.

Parker praises 'resilience and character' Reflecting on last night's goalless draw at Liverpool, Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Scott Parker has taken a great deal of heart from his side's defensive performance.