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Latin America: start of three new editions of the FIFA/CIES Programme

Fri, 24 May 2013 08:23:00 GMT

CIES has recently had the pleasure to participate in the selection of candidates and to inaugurate three new editions of its Programme in Sport Management in Argentina, Chile and Peru.

Pellegrini: I'm leaving Malaga

Wed, 22 May 2013 13:50:00 GMT

Manuel Pellegrini has confirmed he will leave Malaga at the end of the season, with the Chilean coach heavily tipped to fill the vacancy left by Roberto Mancini at Manchester City this summer.

Suazo stuns Tigres

Thu, 09 May 2013 06:21:00 GMT

Humberto Suazo scored the only goal as Monterrey edged the first leg of their Clausura play-off quarter-final against rivals Tigres, while Club America also secured a 1-0 win at Unam Pumas.

Kayserispor triumph in 28-penalty shootout

Tue, 07 May 2013 15:53:00 GMT

A 28-penalty shootout decided the destination of the Turkish Cup in 2008. The winners were indebted to a man who scored two spot-kicks and saved four. FIFA.com recalls the drama.

Monterrey break new ground with hat-trick

Mon, 06 May 2013 11:25:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews the 2013 CONCACAF Champions League, in which Monterrey again beat compatriots Santos in the final to reach the FIFA Club World Cup for a third time in a row.

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.

Derby honours to Juve, wins for Roma, Viola

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 17:17:00 GMT

Juventus overcame a stubborn Torino side to win 2-0 in the Turin derby, while Fiorentina moved up to third with a 3-0 win at Sampdoria, and Roma cruised to a 4-0 victory over Siena.

Bilbao hold Barça to put celebrations on hold

Sat, 27 Apr 2013 19:36:00 GMT

Despite a wonder goal from substitute Lionel Messi, Barcelona were held to a 2-2 draw at Athletic Bilbao, with Ander Herrera scoring a late equaliser for the hosts.

LOC stages operational tests at the Mineirao

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 08:35:00 GMT

The Brazil 2014 Local Organising Committee held tests in 14 operational areas at Wednesday’s friendly between Brazil and Chile at the Mineirao.

Brazil held by Chile

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 07:40:00 GMT

Rever and Neymar were on target for FIFA World Cup™ hosts Brazil but they couldn't secure a win, with Eduardo Vargas securing a 2-2 draw for Chile.

Stalemate for Mexican powers Monterrey, Santos

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 05:18:00 GMT

Ten-man Monterrey managed to draw Santos Laguna 0-0 on the road in the first leg of the CONCACAF Champions League final, inching Los Rayados closer to a third straight trip to the FIFA Club World Cup.

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.

Terry: I’m Chelsea through and through

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 15:44:00 GMT

John Terry has insisted he can play two or three games per week but that he accepts Rafa Benitez’s rotation system, spoken of his love for Chelsea and called it imperative they qualify for the UEFA Champions League.

Taylor expecting big things in Turkey

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 12:59:00 GMT

With England set to face Egypt, Iraq and Chile at the FIFA U-20 World Cup, Young Lions coach Peter Taylor is expecting no easy ride, but he told FIFA.com he is full of confidence about the spectacle on show at Turkey 2013.

PSG chiefs talk Ronaldo, Rooney, Ribery & Cavani

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 14:29:00 GMT

Carlo Ancelotti believes Manchester United would not let Wayne Rooney go, and Leonardo has admitted his club's interest in Franck Ribery and discussed reported interest in Edinson Cavani and Cristiano Ronaldo.

Vidal double edges Juventus closer to title

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 22:50:00 GMT

An Arturo Vidal first-half double has moved Juventus closer to retaining the Serie A title with a 2-0 win at Lazio moving the Turin club 11 points clear of Napoli with six rounds remaining.

Olimpia, Palmeiras win through to last 16

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 04:36:00 GMT

Paraguay's Olimpia and Brazil's Palmeiras are the latest sides through to the Copa Libertadores knockout stage after defeating Newell's Old Boys and Libertad respectively.

Paredes, Chile’s knight in shining armour

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 02:45:00 GMT

FIFA.com caught up with Chilean international Esteban Paredes to discuss the series of events that placed him in the line-up for his country's 2-0 win over Uruguay where the Atalante man tallied Chile's first goal.

Santa Fe, Emelec advance

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 07:17:00 GMT

Colombia's Santa Fe and Ecuador's Emelec progressed to the Copa Libertadores last 16 with the former securing an away win over Tolima, while the latter advanced thanks to a goalless draw at Argentinian champions Velez Sarsfield.

Contreras gets some love in Caracas!

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 16:24:00 GMT

Every Monday, FIFA.com delivers you a football-related photo you won’t be able to resist paying a second glance to. This week’s shows a Chilean receiving some surprise treatment in Venezuela.

Happy Birthday to you!

Sun, 07 Apr 2013 06:54:00 GMT

This week in our birthday round-up, we look at French winger Franck Ribery, 1994 FIFA World Cup™-winner Mazinho and Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany.

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.

Ronaldinho shines, Corinthians and Boca win

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 09:07:00 GMT

Ronaldinho's was on target twice as Atletico Mineiro beat Arsenal Sarandi 5-2, while there were also wins for Corinthians, Boca Juniors and Huachipato.

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.

Barça held by Vigo, Malaga take three points

Sat, 30 Mar 2013 19:51:00 GMT

Lionel Messi scored in his 19th consecutive La Liga match, but Celta Vigo got its equaliser through an 88th minute Borja Oubina header, while Malaga earned a 3-1 win over hosts Rayo Vallecano.

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.

Anticipation coupled with ambition

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 22:02:00 GMT

FIFA.com looks at all the reaction after a glittering FIFA U-20 World Cup draw in Istanbul laid out the path to glory for 24 nations at Turkey 2013.

Hosts face CONMEBOL champs, France meet Spain

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 17:57:00 GMT

In the Final Draw for the FIFA U-20 World Cup, hosts Turkey were drawn in the same group as El Salvador, Australia and South American champions Colombia, while France meet Spain and USA in a competitive Group A.

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.

Messi leaves Argentina in charge as Colombia romp

Sat, 23 Mar 2013 06:19:00 GMT

Lionel Messi once again led the way as Argentina cruised to a 3-0 victory over Venezuela to reinforce their grip on top spot in CONMEBOL qualifying for Brazil 2014, while Colombia and Peru also both scored important wins.

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.

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.

Barbosa-inspired Vasco become the maiden kings

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 13:14:00 GMT

River Plate met Vasco with the honour of becoming the first South American club champions at stake. Yet despite a plethora of attacking stars, it was a goalkeeper who stole the show.

Important wins for Velez, Newell's, Caracas

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 05:27:00 GMT

Argentinian champions Velez Sarsfield took sole control of their Copa Libertadores group with a 3-1 home win over Penarol, while Newell's Old Boys and Caracas defeated Universidad de Chile and Gremio respectively.

Messi gem caps Barça win

Sat, 09 Mar 2013 21:53:00 GMT

An Alexis Sanchez opener and a superb second from substitute Lionel Messi earned leaders Barcelona a 2-0 win over rock-bottom Deportivo at Camp Nou.

CHIGOL: New strength for Chilean youth

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 06:18:00 GMT

In this Video of the Week, FIFA.com and FIFA TV introduce the CHIGOL project in Chile, which is helping provide a better future for street children and youngsters through football.

Champs Corinthians crash, Flu held

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 06:03:00 GMT

A lone strike from Javier Gandolfi gave Tijuana a famous Copa Libertadores win over Corinthians ending a lengthy unbeaten run for the reigning champions on what was a poor evening for Brazilian clubs as Palmeiras lost and Fluminense drew.

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.

Palacio brace saves Inter, Totti scores in Roma win

Sun, 03 Mar 2013 17:29:00 GMT

Catania lost a two-goal lead to Inter Milan when Rodrigo Palacio scored a brace to launch his club into fourth, while Francesco Totti became the joint second all-time top scorer in Serie A history in Sunday's Serie A action.

Wins for Brazilian big names

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 05:48:00 GMT

Continental champions Corinthians secured a 2-0 home win over Colombia's Millonarios , while compatriots Fluminense came back to claim a 2-1 victory over Huachipato in Copa Libertdores action.

Colo Colo women break the mould

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 11:50:00 GMT

In the light of victory in the 2012 Copa Libertadores Femenina, Colo Colo coach Jose Letelier tells FIFA.com about the win’s social and sporting significance for Chilean women's football, and ending the hegemony of Brazilian clubs.

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.

Olimpia, Penarol claim important wins

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 06:09:00 GMT

Paraguay's Olimpia produced a fine performance to defeat Universidad de Chile 3-0, while there were also wins for Penarol, Nacional and Mexican champions Tijuana.

Brazil to host Chile in FIFA Confederations Cup warm-up

Tue, 19 Feb 2013 17:21:00 GMT

Brazil have added Chile to their line-up of international friendlies ahead of the FIFA Confederations Cup, though a majority of A Seleção's stars will most likely be unavailable because they will still be on club duty.

Surprises on the sand in South America

Mon, 18 Feb 2013 19:02:00 GMT

In an entertaining qualifying campaign, Argentina were crowned continental champions on home sand, Brazil suffered their maiden regional defeat and Paraguay qualified for the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup for the first time.

Messi brace pushes Barça past Granada

Sat, 16 Feb 2013 21:36:00 GMT

Barcelona came back from an early Granada goal to beat the Andalusian side with Lionel Messi's two second-half goals, leaving the La Liga leaders 15 points clear at the top of the table.

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.

Toluca triumph at Boca as away teams shine

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 06:04:00 GMT

Mexico's Toluca have kick-started their Copa Libertadores campaign with a historic 2-1 win at Boca Juniors, while Fluminense and Penarol were also victorious on the road.