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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.

Fernandez: The pressure is always on Peru

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 07:25:00 GMT

FIFA.com caught up with the Peru goalkeeper Raul Fernandez, where he discussed what his nation expects of him and his team in their upcoming FIFA World Cup™ qualifiers.

Peruvian player suspended for anti-doping rule violation

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 17:04:00 GMT

The FIFA Disciplinary Committee has decided today to suspend the Peruvian international footballer Joel Melchor Sánchez Alegría a period of two years after testing positive for Methylhexaneamine.

Peruvian player provisionally suspended for prohibited substance

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 11:47:00 GMT

A Peruvian international footballer has been provisionally suspended for an initial period of 30 days following an adverse analytical finding in relation to a doping control conducted in the FIFA World Cup 2014 qualifier.

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.

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.

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.

Pizarro: I’m convinced Peru can qualify

Wed, 03 Oct 2012 12:23:00 GMT

Claudio Pizarro speaks to FIFA.com about breaking records in the Bundesliga, his most memorable match in the competition, being a role model for fellow Peruvians and his belief that the country can qualify for Brazil 2014.

Higuain earns Argentina draw in Peru

Wed, 12 Sep 2012 05:57:00 GMT

Argentina were made to settle for a share of the spoils in a 1-1 draw with Peru, but still remain at the top of the standings in South American qualifying for the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™.

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.

Colombia thrash Uruguay, Ecuador edge Bolivia

Sat, 08 Sep 2012 05:10:00 GMT

Teofilo Gutierrez scored twice as Colombia beat Uruguay 4-0, while Ecuador saw off Bolivia and Peru fought back to overcome Venezuela.

Argentina lead the way

Sat, 08 Sep 2012 05:05:00 GMT

FIFA.com recaps Friday’s four Brazil 2014 qualifiers in South America, which all went the way of the home sides, with Argentina taking over at the top of the group.

Test for Uruguay, debuts for coaches

Thu, 06 Sep 2012 17:02:00 GMT

Matchday 7 in the CONMEBOL qualifying competition for Brazil 2014 features a testing trip for Uruguay and debuts for Bolivia and Paraguay’s new coaches. FIFA.com has the details.

Aguero could be fit for Argentina

Wed, 05 Sep 2012 07:02:00 GMT

Sergio Aguero has said that, while his knee injury is still bothering him, the situation could change in time to allow him to play for Argentina against Peru on Tuesday.

Argentina call on Aguero, Barcos

Fri, 24 Aug 2012 06:49:00 GMT

Argentina coach Alejandro Sabella has caused a surprise by calling up injured Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero and the uncapped Hernan Barcos for FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Paraguay and Peru next month.

Uruguay, Ecuador on the up

Mon, 11 Jun 2012 04:15:00 GMT

Uruguay moved up to second in Brazil 2014 qualifying with a 4-2 win over bottom side Peru, while Ecuador lifted themselves to fourth on the back of a 1-0 victory over Venezuela.

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.

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.

Rodriguez edges Colombia past Peru

Mon, 04 Jun 2012 02:59:00 GMT

Jame Rodriguez scored the only goal as Colombia claimed a narrow win over Peru in 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™ qualifying in South America.

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.

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.

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.

The preliminaries in numbers

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:24:00 GMT

With the South Africa 2010 field now completed, FIFA.com looks at the stories behind the numbers from a record-breaking qualifying phase.

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.

Peru edge Bolivia

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 00:13:00 GMT

Johan Fano scored and was then sent off as Peru ended a disappointing FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign on a high, beating Bolivia 1-0 in Lima.

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.

Palermo Show keeps on running

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 10:34:00 GMT

The 35-year-old's vital late winner against Peru appears to have finally banished the stigma of those three missed penalties back in 1999.

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.