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Internacional, Libertad open brightly

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 05:51:00 GMT

Two-time champions Internacional opened their Copa Libertadores campaign with a 2-0 victory over Peru's Juan Aurich, while compatriots Alianza Lima also suffered defeat with Paraguay's Libertad comfortable victors.

Wins for Velez, nine-man Fluminense

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 05:16:00 GMT

The Copa Libertadores group stage commenced with impressive wins for Velez Sarsfield and a nine-man Fluminense, while Guadalajara and Deportivo Quito played out a 1-1 stalemate.

Former kings set as group action begins

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 10:56:00 GMT

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.

Brazil maintain perfect record, Argentina qualify

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 10:17:00 GMT

Brazil made it five trophies from five editions of the South American U-20 Women’s Championship with customary ease, while Argentina finished runners-up to join their arch-rivals in booking a trip to the world finals in Japan.

Libertad, Arsenal progress to group stage

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 05:32:00 GMT

Paraguay's Libertad and Argentina's Arsenal eased into the group stage of the Copa Libertadores with aggregate wins against El Nacional and Sport Huancayo respectively.

All in the balance as group stage awaits

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 08:23:00 GMT

Arsenal and Penarol may be all but sure of places in the group stage, but El Nacional, Internacional, Real Potosi and Union Espanola will carry just one-goal leads into the seconds legs of their preliminary-round ties on away soil.

Argentina's Arsenal start brightly

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 04:53:00 GMT

The opening matches of the 2012 Copa Libertadores saw Argentina's Arsenal take a giant stride towards the group stage with a win over Peru's Sport Huancayo, while Ecuador's El Nacional edged Paraguayan giants Libertad.

Copa Libertadores in numbers

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 12:27:00 GMT

With just hours to go until the start of the 53rd edition of the Copa Libertadores, FIFA.com whets your appetite with some fascinating stats from Latin America’s premier club competition.

America tie at Tecos, Morelia beat San Luis

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 05:39:00 GMT

Leaders San Luis lost 2-0 away to Morelia, while Club America climbed to second after a Christian Benitez goal earned them a 1-1 draw at Estudiantes Tecos.

Hosts Brazil eye more success

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 13:03:00 GMT

The Brazilian city of Curitiba today welcomes the fifth South American U-20 Women’s Championship, with the hosts and three-time continental champions strong favourites to emerge triumphant.

A start to remember

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 14:55:00 GMT

With 2011 coming to a close, FIFA.com takes a look back at the opening rounds of the South American qualifiers for Brazil 2014, in which coaching casualties, upsets and sumptuous goals all featured.

Universidad cruise to continental crown

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 03:50:00 GMT

Universidad de Chile are Copa Sudamericana champions after a brace from tournament top goalscorer Eduardo Vargas eased La U past Ecuador's Liga de Quito 4-0 on aggregate.

Diaz 'dreaming' of historic moment

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 12:00:00 GMT

Ahead of tomorrow night's Copa Sudamericana final, Universidad de Chile midfielder Marcelo Diaz has discussed the importance of the tie, while opponents Liga Deportiva Universitaria are refusing to give up.

La U win in Quito, edge closer to glory

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 03:46:00 GMT

Universidad de Chile won 1-0 away to Liga de Quito in the first leg of the Copa Sudamericana final to leave themselves with one hand on their first continental trophy.

A star returns to school, Russia win again

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 07:49:00 GMT

After the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup 2011, the development of the game has moved at incredible pace and over the last two months Russia claimed yet another crown, while an El Salvador star has hit the books.

Bauza thrilled as LDU reach final

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 11:42:00 GMT

Edgardo Bauza has expressed his delight at Liga de Quito’s upset aggregate victory over Velez Sarsfield, and reserved special praise for goalkeeper Alexander Dominguez.

Liga de Quito again win through to decider

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 03:02:00 GMT

Liga de Quito are into their third continental final in four years after beating Argentinian champions Velez Sarsfield, with the Ecuadorians to meet either Universidad de Chile or Vasco da Gama in the Copa Sudamericana final.

Gareca: We can come back

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 14:32:00 GMT

Velez Sarsfield have not given up hope of reaching the Copa Sudamericana final despite being two goals behind in their semi-final with Liga Deportiva Universitaria, according to coach Ricardo Gareca.

LDU in control against Velez

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 06:01:00 GMT

A second-half double from Hernan Barcos helped Liga de Quito take a giant stride towards qualifying for the Copa Sudamericana final with a 2-0 home first-leg win over Velez Sarsfield.

Training for a brighter future

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 16:38:00 GMT

The Ecuadorian capital of Quito has just hosted two insightful FIFA training seminars for goalkeeping coaches and football development directors. FIFA.com reports.

Bauza: Revenge is not important

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 12:52:00 GMT

Edgardo Bauza says his Liga Deportiva Universitaria side will not be looking for revenge when they face Velez Sarsfield - who knocked them out of the Copa Libertadores - in their Copa Sudamericana semi-final.

Germans close on Dutch, England go fifth

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 09:01:00 GMT

Spain maintained pole position on the global ladder, while third-placed Germany closed on the Netherlands and England jumped two spots to fifth. Elsewhere, Croatia, Czech Republic and Ecuador make ground.

Universidad, LDU complete last four

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 05:51:00 GMT

Universidad de Chile and Ecuador's Liga de Quito completed the Copa Sudamericana semi-final line-up winning through to meet Vasco da Gama and Velez Sarsfield respectively.

Venezuela, Argentina move top

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 04:34:00 GMT

A lone goal from Oswaldo Vizcarrondo lifted Venezuela equal top in Brazil 2014 qualifying alongside Uruguay, and also Argentina who defeated Colombia earlier in the evening.

Tight at the top as Messi fires Argentina

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 03:45:00 GMT

One point separates the top five teams in the South American Zone, with Argentina lying second after Lionel Messi helped them conjure up a win in Colombia.

Chile, Ecuador look to bounce back

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 14:06:00 GMT

Jose Rojas has said he will be looking for victory over Paraguay tomorrow as Chile look to bounce back from defeat to Uruguay, while Ecuador hope to do similar against Peru.

Tough tests await struggling duo

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 11:27:00 GMT

Argentina and Chile are under major pressure as they go into crunch FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Colombia and Paraguay respectively, while Bolivia face up to Venezuela. FIFA.com previews the action.

Suarez shines as Uruguay rout Chile

Sat, 12 Nov 2011 03:34:00 GMT

Uruguay striker Luis Suarez turned in a stunning virtuoso performance by scoring all four goals as Uruguay overwhelmed Chile 4-0, while Argentina could only draw with Bolivia and Paraguay beat Ecuador.

Uruguay cut loose, Argentina frustrated

Sat, 12 Nov 2011 02:53:00 GMT

South American qualifying leaders Uruguay thrashed Chile to shrug aside any 11/11/11 ill omens, though it was a lean day for Argentina, Colombia and Ecuador.

Hosts favoured in reunion round

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 10:10:00 GMT

Argentina-Bolivia, Paraguay-Ecuador and Uruguay-Chile may have ended all square at this year’s Copa America, but the home sides will be confident of victory given their impressive records in the fixture.

Getting to grips with the ‘gol olímpico’

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 12:43:00 GMT

FIFA.com tackles the history and curling dynamics of the so-called Olympic Goal, one of those rare strikes -- with its roots in the 1920s -- that flies in directly from a corner kick.

Advantage Liga de Quito, Universidad

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 06:19:00 GMT

Luis Bolanos scored a last-minute winner as Ecuador's Liga de Quito scored a 1-0 Copa Sudamericana quarter-final first-leg win against Paraguay's Libertad, while Universidad de Chile won 2-1 at Argentina's Arsenal.

Boca shine bright, Galaxy take charge

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 06:36:00 GMT

As Boca Juniors near the title in Argentina young striker Nicolas Blandi has stepped into the spotlight, while Corinthians sealed a tense win over Avai, and play-offs got underway in MLS.

Villar: Qualifying is not enough

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 09:41:00 GMT

Recently recovered from injury, Paraguay captain and keeper Justo Villar speaks to FIFA.com about La Albirroja’s quest for a first qualifying win on the road to Brazil 2014 and the country's rising expectations.

Brazilians blaze a trail

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 13:10:00 GMT

Brazil were in unstoppable form as they crushed Argentina 8-1 to become South American Women’s Futsal champions for the fourth time in succession. FIFA.com has all the details.

Leaders hold their nerve

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 12:40:00 GMT

Boca Juniors extended their lead in Argentina, Corinthians continued to hold off a Carioca quartet in Brazil, and a host of play-off spots were filled in the MLS this weekend, and FIFA.com has all the details.

Liga de Quito edge into last eight

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 04:43:00 GMT

Liga de Quito secured a berth in the Copa Sudamericana quarter-finals despite the former continental champions suffering a second-leg defeat at Independiente in Argentina.

Ecuador inflict more pain on Klinsmann's USA

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 04:36:00 GMT

USA suffered their third defeat in five matches under coach Jurgen Klinsmann as Ecuador edged a 1-0 win thanks to a Jaime Ayovi goal 11 minutes from the end in New Jersey.

Reborn Argentina set for Venezuela test

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 05:52:00 GMT

Argentina will be seeking to maintain the momentum of their one-sided win over Chile when they face Venezuela on Tuesday in the second round of 2014 FIFA World Cup™ qualifiers in South America.

Argentina, Uruguay off the mark

Sat, 08 Oct 2011 10:44:00 GMT

A hat-trick for Gonzalo Higuain and a brace for Diego Lugano helped Argentina and Uruguay to opening FIFA World Cup wins, as the favourites swept aside Chile and Bolivia.

Home sides dominate in South America

Sat, 08 Oct 2011 04:51:00 GMT

Uruguay and Argentina shrugged off the rain to start their Brazil 2014 qualifying campaign with big home wins, while Ecuador and Peru also saw off their guests.

Godin: Everyone will want to beat Uruguay

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 16:43:00 GMT

Uruguay defender Diego Godin has described them as the team everyone will want to beat as the Copa America winners begin their 2014 FIFA World Cup™ qualification against Bolivia.

South America ready for the big kick-off

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 13:21:00 GMT

FIFA.com looks ahead to Matchday 1 in the South American qualifiers for Brazil 2014, widely expected to be the most open preliminary competition to date.

The South American qualifiers explained

Tue, 04 Oct 2011 19:09:00 GMT

The CONMEBOL qualifying competition for Brazil 2014 gets underway on Friday, and FIFA.com explains the format of the star-studded, nine-team tournament.

South American qualifiers in numbers

Tue, 04 Oct 2011 17:12:00 GMT

With the start of the South American qualifiers for Brazil 2014 just days away, FIFA.com whets your appetite with a series of fascinating stats from previous competitions.

Boca unbeaten, Fla spoil Paulista party

Mon, 03 Oct 2011 06:12:00 GMT

Boca Juniors made it 20 matches unbeaten in Argentina, while Flamengo dampened Sao Paulo spirits upon the return of Luis Fabiano in Brazil. FIFA.com reviews this and more in the latest from across the Americas.

Liga de Quito see off Independiente

Thu, 29 Sep 2011 02:22:00 GMT

Ecuador's Liga de Quito have one foot in the Copa Sudamericana quarter-finals after defeating Argentina's Independiente 2-0 in their first-leg tie.

Vasco victorious as De Rosario excels

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 09:11:00 GMT

Boca Juniors made it 19 matches without defeat, Vasco stayed out front in Brazil and Dwayne De Rosario hit the fastest ever MLS hat-trick. FIFA.com rounds up the latest news from the Americas.

Santa Fe, Liga de Quito into last 16

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 07:34:00 GMT

Santa Fe claimed their place in the last 16 of the Copa Sudamericana after beating Deportivo Cali on penalties, while Ecuador's Liga de Quito also advanced with a comfortable aggregate win over Trujillanos.

Olimpia, Aurora advance to last 16

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 06:50:00 GMT

Paraguay's Olimpia moved into the Copa Sudamericana Round of 16 with an aggregate victory over Ecuador's Emelec, while Aurora also advanced with a win against Nacional.