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Joy for hosts as surprises abound

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 10:37:00 GMT

FIFA.com rounds up the highlights of the South American U-17 Football Championship in Argentina, where the hosts were crowned champions to ensure their place at UAE 2013, with surprise package Venezuela finishing second.

Corinthians to face Boca, Brazil duo advance

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 05:52:00 GMT

Defending champions Corinthians will meet Argentinian giants Boca Juniors in the Copa Libertadores Round of 16, with Fluminense, Gremio and Tigre all winning through on the final matchday.

Nacional take top, Sao Paulo advance

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 05:04:00 GMT

Uruguayan giants Nacional clinched pole position in their Copa Libertadores group, while reigning Copa Sudamericana champions Sao Paulo also advanced thanks to a win over compatriots Atletico Mineiro.

Corinthians seal top spot

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 06:43:00 GMT

Reigning Copa Libertadores champions Corinthians cruised to a 3-0 win over Bolivia's San Jose to conclude the group stage in top spot, while elsewhere compatriots Gremio and Fluminense played out a goalless draw.

Nacional, Olimpia win through to last 16

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 06:14:00 GMT

Uruguay's Nacional overpowered Toluca 4-0 to secure their place in the Copa Libertadores knockout stage as did Paraguay's Olimpia who saw off Universidad de Chile.

UAE slots at stake in Argentina

Mon, 01 Apr 2013 17:05:00 GMT

FIFA.com takes a look at the ten CONMEBOL teams vying for the four spots at the FIFA U-17 World Cup United Arab Emirates 2013 as the 15th South American U-17 Championship is set to kick off in Argentina on Tuesday.

Ecuador hit four, Chile bounce back

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 03:16:00 GMT

It was honours even between Argentina and Bolivia in La Paz, while wins elsewhere for Ecuador, Chile and Venezuela boosted this trio's hopes of making it to Brazil 2014. FIFA.com reflects on the South American action.

Argentina held by struggling Bolivia, trio win

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 22:46:00 GMT

Group leaders Argentina needed to come from a goal down to earn a share of the spoils against second-from-bottom Bolivia in La Paz, while Ecuador, Venezuela and Chile all secured important wins later in the evening.

Trips for top two, Chile host Uruguay

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 15:40:00 GMT

Chile host Uruguay in what looks set to be a crucial game in the hunt for an automatic South American FIFA World Cup™ qualification place, while leaders Argentina visit Bolivia and Colombia travel to Venezuela.

Messi wary of Bolivia

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 14:34:00 GMT

Lionel Messi has been speaking about the tricky trip to face Bolivia in La Paz, while other players and coaches in the South American Zone have been assessing their chances.

Raldes: Argentina are even better now

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 12:41:00 GMT

Following a 5-0 thrashing at the hands of Colombia, FIFA.com spoke to Bolivia captain Ronald Raldes about the potential of bouncing back against current CONMEBOL leaders Argentina.

Argentina and Colombia pull clear

Sat, 23 Mar 2013 05:16:00 GMT

There were emphatic wins for Argentina and Colombia on Matchday 11 of the South American qualifying competition for the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil. Separated by four points, the duo are now clear at the top of the table.

Five-star Colombia go second

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 23:03:00 GMT

Colombia remained firmly on course for an automatic FIFA World Cup berth after sweeping Bolivia aside to head into second place in the CONMEBOL qualifying group.

South American hopefuls enter final straight

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 14:53:00 GMT

The Clásico del Pacífico between Peru and Chile is just one of the highlights of the Matchday 11 programme in South America on Friday.

Ponzio gets Argentina call

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 14:22:00 GMT

River Plate midfielder Leonardo Ponziohas been called up by Alejandro Sabella for Argentina's qualifying double header against Venezuela and Bolivia.

Boca edge Nacional, Arsenal outlast Sao Paulo

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 03:34:00 GMT

Copa Libertadores finalists Boca Juniors clinched a crucial 1-0 win over Uruguayan rivals Nacional to boost their hopes of progression to the knockout stage, while compatriots Arsenal Sarandi did likewise with a 2-1 victory over Sao Paulo.

Nacional win at Boca, Mineiro victorious again

Fri, 08 Mar 2013 04:28:00 GMT

Uruguay's Nacional claimed a famous 1-0 win on the home turf of Argentinian giants Boca Juniors to move top of their Copa Libertadores group, while Atletico Mineiro and Santa Fe were also in the winner's circle.

Sabella names strong squad

Fri, 08 Mar 2013 03:55:00 GMT

Argentina coach Alejandro Sabella has named a strong squad for this month's Brazil 2014 qualifiers against Venezuela and Bolivia, with Jose-Maria Basanta of Mexico's Monterrey the only surprise name listed.

Universidad outlast Newell's, Gremio cruise

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 06:03:00 GMT

Universidad de Chile moved top of their Copa Libertadores group with a 2-1 victory against Argentinian high-flyers Newell's Old Boys, while Gremio proved far too strong for Caracas, with wins also for Emelec and Millonarios.

Peruvian player suspended for anti-doping rule violation

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 17:04:00 GMT

The FIFA Disciplinary Committee has decided today to suspend the Peruvian international footballer Joel Melchor Sánchez Alegría a period of two years after testing positive for Methylhexaneamine.

Sao Paulo, Libertad claim wins

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 05:22:00 GMT

Brazilian giants Sao Paulo secured a 2-1 comeback win Bolivia's The Strongest, while Paraguay's Libertad defeated Brazilian side Palmeiras 2-0 to move top of their group.

Key victories for Mineiro, Velez

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 06:13:00 GMT

Brazil's Atletico Mineiro were the big victors in the latest Copa Libertadores action overpowering Arsenal Sarandi 5-2 in Argentina, while Velez Sarsfield and Tijuana were also in the winner's circle.

Gremio see off Flu, Corinthians held

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 05:57:00 GMT

Gremio won the all-Brazilian battle in the Copa Libertadores with a surprise 3-0 win at Fluminense, while reigning champions Corinthians were held 1-1 by San Jose in Bolivia.

Newell's, Palmeiras open brightly as Gremio toppled

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 05:33:00 GMT

Newell's Old Boys beat Olimpia 3-1 to get their Copa Libertadores group campaign off to a winning start as did Palmeiras who edged out Sporting Cristal, while Chilean champions Huachipato shocked Gremio in Brazil.

Colombia crowned, surprises abound

Tue, 05 Feb 2013 08:44:00 GMT

While Colombia lifted the trophy and Paraguay, Uruguay and Chile booked tickets for Turkey 2013, two former world champions - Argentina and Brazil - failed to make it out of the group stage.

Olimpia, Tolima complete group stage field

Fri, 01 Feb 2013 04:48:00 GMT

Paraguay's Olimpia reached the Copa Libertadores group stage thanks to a convincing 2-0 win over Uruguay's Defensor Sporting, while Tolima hit a last-gasp equaliser against hosts Universidad Cesar Vallejo to earn progression.

Brazilian duo progress in contrasting fashion

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 03:52:00 GMT

Brazilian sides Sao Paulo and Gremio made it into the Copa Libertadores group stage after overcoming Bolivian side Bolivar and Liga Deportiva Universitaria of Ecuador respectively.

Peruvian player provisionally suspended for prohibited substance

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 11:47:00 GMT

A Peruvian international footballer has been provisionally suspended for an initial period of 30 days following an adverse analytical finding in relation to a doping control conducted in the FIFA World Cup 2014 qualifier.

Luis Fabiano helps Sao Paulo to easy victory

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 04:29:00 GMT

Luis Fabiano netted a first-half brace as Brazilian giants Sao Paulo hammered Bolivia's Bolivar 5-0 on their road to the Copa Libertadores group stage, while Ecuadorian big guns Liga Deportiva Universitaria claimed a 1-0 win over Gremio.

The trophy they all want to win

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 12:44:00 GMT

FIFA.com sets the stage for the 2013 Copa Libertadores: a tournament which brings together the very best in Latin American football and which promises to serve up excitement and entertainment in abundance once again.

Four places up for grabs in South America

Tue, 08 Jan 2013 13:31:00 GMT

Four berths at Turkey 2013 will be on offer when the latest edition of the South American U-20 Championship kicks off in Argentina on 9 January. FIFA.com has the details.

Who should your club sign?

Sat, 29 Dec 2012 10:54:00 GMT

FIFA.com wants to know who you reckon your club should sign in January 2013.

Argentina lead but all still to play for

Fri, 28 Dec 2012 11:46:00 GMT

Aside from La Albiceleste, who have a firm grip on top spot, the South American qualifying section for the FIFA World Cup™ 2014 in Brazil has been a rollercoaster ride throughout 2012.

Giants re-emerge, fledglings flourish

Mon, 17 Dec 2012 12:35:00 GMT

With the year wrapping up, the action in the second half of 2012 across South America has drawn to a close so FIFA.com rounds up the action across the continent from Argentina to Venezuela.

Scoring, silverware and a sacking

Wed, 28 Nov 2012 07:42:00 GMT

Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Pablo Escobar and Mauricio Pochettino star alongside Bayern Munich and title-winning Sanfrecce Hiroshima in FIFA.com's latest stats review.

What is international football’s biggest rivalry?

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 10:36:00 GMT

FIFA.com wants to know what you feel is the biggest rivalry in the international game.

The Week in Quotes

Sat, 27 Oct 2012 02:02:00 GMT

Featuring Ronaldinho on why he likes to smell nice when he plays, Gary Neville and Samuel Eto’o having digs at Ryan Babel and Alex Song respectively, and Jorge Valdano on why Neymar is the best footballer in the world.

Saucedo, Bolivia’s late bloomer

Wed, 24 Oct 2012 13:24:00 GMT

Bolivia's 33-year-old forward Carlos Saucedo talks about his remarkable goalscoring debut for his country against Uruguay in which he netted a hat-trick in a 4-1 win.

Youth, experience and milestone moments

Wed, 24 Oct 2012 09:04:00 GMT

Landmarks for Francesco Totti, Barcelona and the Bundesliga, the penalty heroics of Carlos Arias and an unlikely comeback for Edgar Davids feature in FIFA.com's latest stats review.

Argentina clear as Bolivia, Paraguay win

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 03:48:00 GMT

In the latest South American Zone qualifiers for Brazil 2014, Argentina cemented their position at the top and lowly Bolivia and Paraguay both won to stay in contention.

Uruguay stumble again as Bolivia, Venezuela rise

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 01:51:00 GMT

2010 FIFA World Cup™ semi-finalists Uruguay's fell to fifth in Brazil 2014 qualifying with a heavy 4-1 defeat in Bolivia, while Venezuela moved into the fourth and final automatic qualifying spot with a 1-1 home draw against Ecuador.

Bolivia keeper Suarez out of Uruguay game

Tue, 16 Oct 2012 18:01:00 GMT

Surgery following a bout of appendicitis will keep Bolivia's first-choice keeper Hugo Suarez on the sidelines when Uruguay visit La Paz.

Argentina, Ecuador eye further progress

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 09:16:00 GMT

FIFA.com looks ahead to South American FIFA World Cup™ qualifying, where Argentina will be looking to build on their impressive run, while Ecuador will hope to take advantage of Colombia's absence.

Caicedo, Falcao & Messi star as leaders pull clear

Sat, 13 Oct 2012 04:12:00 GMT

Argentina, Colombia and Ecuador broke clear at the top of the South American qualifying thanks to respective doubles from Lionel Messi, Radamel Falcao and Felipe Caicedo.

Messi and Falcao on song in South America

Sat, 13 Oct 2012 03:47:00 GMT

Lionel Messi and Radamel Falcao both scored twice as Argentina and Colombia remained on path for Brazil 2014 qualification after wins over Uruguay and Paraguay respectively.

Crucial showdowns loom in South America

Thu, 11 Oct 2012 17:30:00 GMT

FIFA.com looks ahead to the ninth round of fixtures in South American qualifying for Brazil 2014, with the latest River Plate derby between Argentina and Uruguay the pick of the ties.

Ecuador trio into last 16

Wed, 19 Sep 2012 06:11:00 GMT

It was a successful night for Ecuadorian representatives as all three teams advanced into the Copa Sudamericana Round of 16 with Deportivo Quito, Liga de Loja and Emelec all progressing.

A chance for youth in Bolivia

Thu, 13 Sep 2012 03:37:00 GMT

The Tahuichi Academy has long been one of Latin America’s leading schools for promising young players, as well as a valuable source of education for some of Bolivia's disadvantaged youth. Our Video of the Week takes a closer look.

Colombia thrash Uruguay, Ecuador edge Bolivia

Sat, 08 Sep 2012 05:10:00 GMT

Teofilo Gutierrez scored twice as Colombia beat Uruguay 4-0, while Ecuador saw off Bolivia and Peru fought back to overcome Venezuela.

Argentina lead the way

Sat, 08 Sep 2012 05:05:00 GMT

FIFA.com recaps Friday’s four Brazil 2014 qualifiers in South America, which all went the way of the home sides, with Argentina taking over at the top of the group.