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Santa Fe edge towards last four, Flu stumble

Thu, 23 May 2013 04:43:00 GMT

Colombia's Santa Fe have one foot in the Copa Libertadores semi-finals after a 3-1 win at Real Garcilaso, while Brazilian champions Fluminense were held to a goalless home draw by Olimpia.

The parallel courses of Falcao and Martinez

Tue, 21 May 2013 13:55:00 GMT

FIFA.com looks at the performances of Colombian forwards Jackson Martinez and Radamel Falcao in their first seasons in Europe and finds some striking statistical similarities.

Falcao denies rumours, Simeone hails Beckham

Thu, 16 May 2013 20:43:00 GMT

Falcao has rubbished reports he has signed for Monaco, while Diego Simeone has discussed Atletico Madrid's Copa del Rey final against Real Madrid and praised David Beckham.

Ten-man Boca, Gremio ahead

Thu, 02 May 2013 08:25:00 GMT

Nicolas Blandi struck the only goal as Boca Juniors beat Corinthians 1-0 in their Copa Libertadores last-16 first-leg, despite being down to ten-men, while Gremio - who were also ended a man light - beat Santa Fe 2-1.

New development priorities for FIFA member associations

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 07:30:00 GMT

Following up on the approval of the new development regulations by FIFA’s Executive Committee in March 2013, football development activities are set to reach a new milestone through PERFORMANCE.

Di Maria earns Real victory at Atletico

Sat, 27 Apr 2013 21:46:00 GMT

Real Madrid came from behind to beat Atletico Madrid 2-1, with an own-goal and an Angel Di Maria securing the visitors the points.

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.

Santa Fe finish with a flourish

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 04:51:00 GMT

Colombia's Santa Fe maintained their hold of top spot in their Copa Libertadores group thanks to a 2-0 win over Real Garcilaso with the Peruvians also edging through to the knockout stage.

Five-star Atletico down Granada, Barça top Zaragoza

Sun, 14 Apr 2013 20:27:00 GMT

Atletico Madrid are still in the race for a top-two finish in La Liga after a convincing 5-0 win over Grenada, while Barcelona topped hosts Real Zaragoza 3-0.

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.

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.

Velez ease through, Emelec climb

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 08:54:00 GMT

Emelec, Tolima and Palmeiras were among the winners in the Copa Libertadores last night, while Velez Sarsfield booked their place in the competition's last 16.

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.

Coruna edge Mallorca, Osasuna win

Sun, 31 Mar 2013 21:11:00 GMT

Deportivo La Coruna took down hosts Real Mallorca in a hard-fought 3-2 win, while Real Sociedad were stymied by a 2-2 draw with Espanyol and Osasuna booted their chances of avoiding relegation with a 3-1 win at Real Valladolid.

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.

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.

Gutierrez: Colombia are one big family

Tue, 19 Mar 2013 15:38:00 GMT

Teofilo Gutierrez speaks to FIFA.com about his childhood idolisation of Carlos Valderamma, the quality of Falcao, the spirit within the Colombian camp, their Brazil 2014 qualification hopes and life at Cruz Azul.

Juve top Bologna, Catania cruise past Udinese

Sat, 16 Mar 2013 22:12:00 GMT

Juvenus increased their league lead to 12 points after beating Bologna 2-0, while Catania eased past Udinese 3-1 in the two Saturday Serie A matches.

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.

Asians soar as Colombia go outright sixth

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 09:01:00 GMT

Afghanistan rocketed 48 places into their highest-ever position on the FIFA/Coca-Cola World Ranking as India and Sri Lanka also made significant progress, while Colombia broke clear of Portugal.

Juve move nine clear, Inter beaten

Sun, 10 Mar 2013 16:43:00 GMT

Juventus left it late to secure three points with an extra time winner, while Cheivo dropped Napoli 2-0 and Siena boosted their survival hopes with a 2-1 win at Palermo in Sunday's Serie A action.

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.

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.

Mallorca ground Granada, Atletico held in Malaga

Sun, 03 Mar 2013 22:24:00 GMT

Atletico Madrid failed to cut down Barcelona's La Liga lead with a 0-0 draw in Malaga, while Real Betis and Real Sociedad has their goal-fest finish at 3-3 and Mallorca ambitions of staying up were bolstered by a 2-1 win at Granada.

Women’s round-up: February 2013

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 05:13:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews the latest from the women’s game in a busy month with Germany 2011 finalists USA and Japan undergoing a period of change, while the United States' new national league is fast approaching.

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.

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.

Valderrama: Colombia ready for World Cup return

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 08:16:00 GMT

El Pibe, arguably the most iconic figure in Colombian football history, spoke to FIFA.com on the displacement of No10s, Los Cafeteros’ revival and Falcao’s rise to stardom.

Surprise defeats for Newell's, Cerro

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 05:57:00 GMT

Peru's Real Garcilaso secured their first ever Copa Libertadores win by edging out Paraguay's Cerro Porteno, while Newell's Old Boys were toppled in Venezuela by Deportivo Lara.

Dembele sends Spurs through with Newcastle

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 20:31:00 GMT

Tottenham Hotspur finished level at 1-1 with Lyon, but the draw launched the Londoners into the last-16 of the UEFA Europa League, who will be joining Newcastle United in the next round after their 1-0 win over Metalist Kharkiv.

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.

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.

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.

Balotelli saves Milan, Inter leapfrogs city rival

Sun, 10 Feb 2013 17:20:00 GMT

Mario Balotelli's third goal in two games salvaged a point for AC Milan in a 1-1 draw at Cagliari, but Inter Milan leapfrogged Balotelli's side into fourth in the table with their

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.

Uruguay, Chile book ticket to world stage

Sun, 03 Feb 2013 23:33:00 GMT

Uruguay and Chile sealed the final two South American berths to the FIFA U-20 World Cup Turkey 2013 with wins on the final day of the qualification tournament, while Colombia finished as continental champions.

Happy birthday to you!

Sun, 03 Feb 2013 09:10:00 GMT

Every Sunday FIFA.com looks ahead to some those in the football world celebrating a birthday, this week includes three South American stars in Neymar, Oscar Cordoba and Clarence Acuna.

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.

Quartets, shock exits and a wonder goal

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 08:24:00 GMT

A breathtaking, Barcelona-esque goal in the United Arab Emirates and a scoring feat for two Argentinians feature in FIFA.com’s latest stats review, along with unforeseen cup eliminations in England and Africa.

Colombia, Paraguay secure passage to Turkey

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 01:32:00 GMT

Colombia and Paraguay scored 1-0 wins in the third round of South American qualifying to claim two of four berths for Turkey 2013 with two matches to spare.

Tolima edge slim advantage

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 05:24:00 GMT

Ten-man Tolima took a 1-0 first-leg lead over Universidad Cesar Vallejo in the Copa Libertadores preliminary round, while Defensor Sporting of Uruguay and Paraguay's Olimpia played out a lifeless scoreless draw.

Falcao: It's hard to compete with Spain's elite

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 01:59:00 GMT

Falcao explains to FIFA.com why he wants to stay at Atletico Madrid for now but sees himself playing outside Spain in the future, and discusses the adulation he receives from the Colombian people.