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CONMEBOL coaches have their say

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 08:02:00 GMT

FIFA.com brings you the results of a survey of South American national team coaches made following the South Africa 2010 qualifying phase.

Coaches pick South America's best

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 08:02:00 GMT

South America’s national coaches have given their views on the leading performers in the continental qualifying competition for the FIFA World Cup.

And Uruguay makes five

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:24:00 GMT

South American qualifying for South Africa ended with Uruguay and Chile making their returns to the top alongside Brazil, Paraguay and Argentina.

Argentina advance, Ecuador exit

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 04:48:00 GMT

Argentina avenged their defeat in the inaugural FIFA World Cup Final 79 years ago to qualify for South Africa and leave Uruguay facing a play-off.

Seleção emerge unscathed

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 02:07:00 GMT

Ten-man Brazil preserved their unbeaten home record in South Africa 2010 qualifying as they held Venezuela to a goalless draw in Campo Grande.

Sparks set to fly in Montevideo

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 09:52:00 GMT

Uruguay and Argentina clash for the final direct ticket, while Ecuador dream of leapfrogging both in Santiago. FIFA.com looks ahead to all the action.

Calculators at the ready

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 14:46:00 GMT

Ahead of their final qualifiers, FIFA.com outlines what Argentina, Uruguay, Ecuador and Venezuela need to preserve their South Africa 2010 dream.

Madness reigns in South America

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 03:54:00 GMT

Argentina and Uruguay hit dramatic late winners as Chile qualified in style. Ecuador's hopes were hit while Venezuela and Colombia's dream ended.

Paraguay nets a pair to join Brazil

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 02:52:00 GMT

Paraguay may have already qualified for South Africa 2010, but they showed no mercy to Venezuela on Saturday as they moved level on points with Brazil.

South American qualifiers preview

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 10:10:00 GMT

Chile and Ecuador could secure qualification this weekend, although another four teams remain in the hunt for the continent's remaining 2.5 places.

Diego in focus for South American climax

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 08:57:00 GMT

South American qualifying for South Africa 2010 reaches the penultimate round this weekend with Argentina coach Diego Maradona in the spotlight.

Arango: It's my ultimate dream

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 08:17:00 GMT

With Venezuela attempting to reach their first FIFA World Cup, Juan Arango speaks to FIFA.com about what it would mean to seal a place in South Africa.

Dunga names large squad

Sat, 26 Sep 2009 08:07:00 GMT

Brazil coach Dunga has named a 24-man squad ahead of the final two games in the South America zone in order to give players experience.

Sextet scrap for two tickets

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 11:33:00 GMT

Two South American teams have reached South Africa 2010, while six are in contention for the two remaining places. FIFA.com takes a closer look.

Argentinian woe as Paraguay qualify

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 06:10:00 GMT

Paraguay qualified for a fourth straight world finals thanks to a win that severely dented Argentina's hopes on an eventful night in South America.

Paraguay qualify, Argentina slide

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 05:14:00 GMT

Paraguay beat Argentina to seal qualification and drop their opponents down to fifth, while Ecuador, Uruguay and Venezuela all improved their hopes.

Chile and Paraguay within reach

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 21:35:00 GMT

La Roja and La Albirroja could both seal South Africa 2010 berths in the South American Zone, while Argentina will be desperate to bounce back.

Defiant Argentina staying calm

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 08:58:00 GMT

All eyes will be on Argentina as qualifying in the South American Zone resumes tomorrow, with Diego Maradona insisting that he is"composed".

Who will join Brazil?

Mon, 07 Sep 2009 12:35:00 GMT

Brazil have booked a place at South Africa 2010. FIFA.com wants to know which South American teams you think will join them at the world finals.

Sweet celebration for Brazil

Sun, 06 Sep 2009 04:46:00 GMT

Brazil won 3-1 over rivals Argentina to become the first South American side to reach South Africa 2010, while Paraguay look poised to join them.

Valdivia: Chile staying humble

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 16:27:00 GMT

Jorge Valdivia has said that Chile are guarding against over-confidence ahead of facing Venezuela in the latest round of South American qualifiers.

Huge derby headlines huge day

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 14:44:00 GMT

Argentina-Brazil may be the biggest attraction on Matchday 15, but much will rest on the outcome of the Chile-Venezuela and Colombia-Ecuador duels.

Chile set for Monumental spell

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 01:20:00 GMT

Chile will play the last two home games of their FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign against Venezuela and Ecuador away from the Estadio Nacional.

Brazil and Chile nearly there

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 05:17:00 GMT

Respective wins over Paraguay and Bolivia took Brazil and Chile to the brink of South Africa 2010, while Argentina suffered another away loss.

Leaders clash in Recife

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 11:28:00 GMT

First will meet second in South America when Brazil play host to Paraguay, while Argentina's trip to Ecuador promises another mouth-watering duel.

Chile out to maintain form

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 05:51:00 GMT

In-form Chile can move top in South American FIFA World Cup qualifying provided they win against Bolivia and other results go their way.

Joy and sorrow in equal measure

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 07:21:00 GMT

Four teams booked their ticket to the 2010 FIFA World Cup at the weekend, but there was despair elsewhere as some big names fell to defeats.

Chile, Venezuela claim vital wins

Sun, 07 Jun 2009 04:15:00 GMT

Chile and Venezuela have secured important hard-fought wins on the road in the latest round of South Africa 2010 qualifiers in South America.

Away joy for South American trio

Sun, 07 Jun 2009 02:34:00 GMT

Chile, Argentina and new leaders Brazil all moved a step closer to South Africa on a weekend when home comforts proved to be in short supply.

Decisive duels in South America

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 11:20:00 GMT

With just six matchdays remaining in the South American Zone race for places at South Africa 2010, this weekend's fixtures could prove decisive.

South American numbers game

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 14:24:00 GMT

Ahead of Matchday 13 in South American qualifying for South Africa 2010, FIFA.com delivers some facts and figures relevant to the five games.

Vargas gets Bolivia call

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 07:02:00 GMT

Defender Christian Vargas has been added to the Bolivia squad for their upcoming FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Venezuela.

Gonzalez: We haven't given up

Fri, 15 May 2009 11:03:00 GMT

Attacking midfielder Cesar Gonzalez speaks to FIFA.com about making it as a footballer and Venezuela's hopes of reaching South Africa 2010.

Argentina crash, Brazil relieved

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 12:33:00 GMT

South American qualifying for the FIFA World Cup remains hotly contested with Brazil back in form but Argentina suffering a stunning loss in Bolivia.

Race hots up in South America

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 01:47:00 GMT

Uruguay's visit to Chile is arguably the standout match in a round of South American fixtures that could prove decisive in determining who qualifies.

Argentina impress, Brazil stall

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 02:49:00 GMT

Argentina, Chile and Uruguay were the big winners on Matchday 11, while Bolivia and Peru dropped out of contention and Brazil slipped to fourth.

South America high on emotion

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 08:35:00 GMT

Diego Maradona's competitive coaching debut, the Peru-Chile Pacific derby and leaders Paraguay's trip to Montevideo lie in store on Matchday 11.

Argentina thrive on Maradona factor

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 05:10:00 GMT

Diego Maradona's FIFA World Cup coaching debut is set to take much of the spotlight in an intriguing round of South American qualifying action.

Rey rules in Venezuela

Fri, 20 Mar 2009 11:20:00 GMT

FIFA.com talks to Venezuela's stalwart back Jose Manuel Rey, currently aiming to make history with the Vinotinto by reaching South Africa 2010.

Quintet eye comebacks

Fri, 20 Feb 2009 09:07:00 GMT

Ecuador, Colombia, Venezuela, Bolivia and Peru are currently out of the qualification places for South Africa 2010, but can they stage comebacks?

Time to take stock

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 12:28:00 GMT

FIFA.com looks back on the incidents in South America so far and checks the form of the runners and riders in the race for a place in South Africa.

Battle for places hots up

Thu, 16 Oct 2008 05:38:00 GMT

While Paraguay race ahead in South America, the rest of the field is bunched close, as the race for one of the four automatic spots intensifies.

Paraguay move out of sight

Thu, 16 Oct 2008 00:06:00 GMT

A home draw for Brazil and a loss for Argentina in Chile saw Paraguay move six points clear in the South American FIFA World Cup qualifying group.

Heading into the home straight

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 11:46:00 GMT

The second half of the South American preliminary competition for South Africa 2010 gets underway this week with another five enticing games.

Big two ride again

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 01:10:00 GMT

Argentina and Brazil both recorded important victories, but Paraguay continue to lead the way with the qualification campaign at its halfway point.

Elano: I have another opportunity

Sat, 11 Oct 2008 10:24:00 GMT

Brazil coach Dunga will afford Elano a place in his starting line-up for the qualifier in Venezuela, and the 27-year-old is eager to seize his chance.

Farias makes his picks for Brazil

Sat, 11 Oct 2008 09:46:00 GMT

Juan Arango and Giancarlo Maldonado will again form the Venezuelan attack against Brazil, while Roberto Rosales will replace Gerzon Chacon in the side.

High stakes at halfway stage

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 13:58:00 GMT

Just three points separate second with sixth in the South American standings, meaning there is much to play for as the campaign hits its halfway point.

Kaka's return lifts Brazil

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 13:56:00 GMT

Brazil have struggled during the injury-enforced absence of Kaka. Now the reigning FIFA World Player of the Year wants to make up for lost time.

Live the drama LIVE

Wed, 08 Oct 2008 08:42:00 GMT

Nearly 100 qualifiers will take place between 10 and 15 October, and FIFA.com's MatchCasts and LIVE feeds mean you won't miss a thing.

Dunga adds Alex Silva and Alex

Tue, 07 Oct 2008 13:23:00 GMT

Hamburg's Alex Silva and Alex of Internacional have been added to the Brazil squad after injuries to Chelsea's Alex and Julio Baptista of Roma.