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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.

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.

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.

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.

Sampaoli appointed Chile coach

Mon, 03 Dec 2012 19:55:00 GMT

Jorge Sampaoli has been appointed coach of the Chilean national team, replacing compatriot Claudio Borghi who left the post last month.

Godin: People have very short memories

Thu, 22 Nov 2012 11:21:00 GMT

Defender Diego Godin speaks to FIFA.com about Uruguay’s drop down the South American standings and hopes of reaching Brazil 2014, and criticism of Diego Lugano and Diego Forlan.

Chile coach Borghi sacked after Serbia defeat

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 01:13:00 GMT

Claudio Borghi has been dismissed as Chile coach following his side's 3-1 defeat to Serbia, with the Argentinian, who replaced compatriot Marcelo Bielsa last year, seeing his side fall to sixth in Brazil 2014 qualifying.

Argentina win again to stay top

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 04:59:00 GMT

Lionel Messi and Gonzalo Higuain scored as Argentina retained top spot in South America with a 2-1 win over Chile in Santiago.

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.

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.

Hip injury a concern for Higuain

Sat, 13 Oct 2012 22:24:00 GMT

Argentina could be without Gonzalo Higuain for their FIFA World Cup qualifier against Chile next week after the Real Madrid striker bruised his left hip on Friday.

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.

Vidal: This is Chile's greatest generation

Mon, 08 Oct 2012 07:25:00 GMT

Key Chile midfielder Arturo Vidal chats exclusively with FIFA.com about his successful career in Europe, most recently for Juventus, and his desire to help La Roja achieve Brazil 2014 qualification.

Colombia, Venezuela surprise winners

Wed, 12 Sep 2012 05:33:00 GMT

Colombia and Venezuela claimed bragging rights and three precious points in South American qualifying for the 2014 FIFA World Cup™, with wins over Chile and Paraguay respectively.

Leading pack bunches up

Wed, 12 Sep 2012 05:26:00 GMT

Three points now separate the top six in South America after a matchday on which there were no home winners. FIFA.com has the details as the race for places at Brazil 2014 got even tighter.

Argentina face leadership challenge

Mon, 10 Sep 2012 13:17:00 GMT

FIFA.com previews Tuesday’s qualifiers in South America, where new leaders Argentina take on Peru, and Chile return to action intent on recovering the number one spot.

Changes at the top see Chile lead

Mon, 11 Jun 2012 00:39:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews a weekend that saw Chile register a second successive away win to lead the South American standings, while a thriller in Montevideo sees Uruguay follow closely behind in the race for Brazil 2014.

Chile reach summit, first win for Bolivia

Sun, 10 Jun 2012 10:38:00 GMT

Two late goals gave Chile a 2-0 victory in Venezuela and moved La Roja to the top of qualifying in South America, where Bolivia claimed their first win by beating Paraguay 3-1.

Trio bidding to topple Argentina

Fri, 08 Jun 2012 10:03:00 GMT

With leaders Argentina not in action, Chile, Venezuela and Uruguay can all knock La Albiceleste off the top of the South American Zone standings in Brazil 2014 qualifying.

Argentina dominant, Uruguay held

Sun, 03 Jun 2012 02:11:00 GMT

Matchday 5 of the South American qualifiers for Brazil 2014 proved to be a good one for Argentina, who moved to the top of the table thanks to their win and Venezuela’s draw with Uruguay.

Venezuela grab draw, Chile win

Sun, 03 Jun 2012 02:03:00 GMT

Salomon Rondon scored in the 84th minute to snatch a 1-1 draw for Venezuela with Uruguay in South American qualifying for Brazil 2014, while Chile claimed a 2-0 win over Bolivia.

Top four meet as Pekerman steps out

Fri, 01 Jun 2012 13:32:00 GMT

Matchday 5 of the South American qualifiers for Brazil 2014 features matches between the leading quartet in the table and Jose Pekerman’s competitive debut as Colombia coach.

South American qualifying in numbers

Thu, 31 May 2012 12:10:00 GMT

Minutes, years, goals and games… they’re all involved as FIFA.com takes a statistical look at South American qualifying for Brazil 2014.

Delights and disappointments

Sat, 31 Dec 2011 06:00:00 GMT

Asian and Caribbean upsets, tight battles in South America and a first-ever win for American Samoa were among the latest qualifying tales as the race for Brazil 2014 heated up.

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.

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.

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.

Chile bans quintet ahead of qualifiers

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 18:47:00 GMT

Chile coach Claudio Borghi has suspended Gonzalo Jara, Jean Beausejour, Arturo Vidal, Carlos Carmona, and Jorge Valdivia after they arrived late for training.

Uruguay hit front as Argentina crash

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 04:56:00 GMT

A draw in Asuncion took Uruguay clear at the top of the table, while Venezuela and Colombia earned respective historic wins over Argentina and Bolivia, and Chile bounced back.

Colombia, Chile kick-start campaigns

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 03:53:00 GMT

Colombia scored an important 2-1 win in Bolivia, Chile bounced back to form against Peru, while Uruguay collected a hard-won point in Paraguay on the second day of 2014 FIFA World Cup™ qualifying in South America.

A derby and a debut in South America

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 17:10:00 GMT

The start of Colombia’s campaign and the clash between Chile and Peru in the Pacific derby are the main talking points ahead of Matchday 2 in the South American qualifiers for Brazil 2014.

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.

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.

Brazil absence throws CONMEBOL race open

Sat, 30 Jul 2011 21:51:00 GMT

With just nine teams in the running for four direct berths for Brazil 2014 and one intercontinental play-off spot, there is all to play for in the South American Zone.

A tournament of firsts

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 03:13:00 GMT

South Africa 2010 was bursting with unprecedented events in a whole range of areas, from team results to player landmarks. FIFA.com now takes you through a full list of firsts.

South Africa 2010: 32 teams, 32 stories

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 10:13:00 GMT

Join FIFA.com as we take a look back at all of the 32 sides that contributed to the football extravaganza that was South Africa 2010.

The adidas Golden Ball: a look back

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 10:05:00 GMT

The adidas Golden Ball is just days away from being announced. FIFA.com takes a trip down memory lane to recall previous winners of the accolade.