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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.

Argentina barely stay in fight

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 01:50:00 GMT

Argentina edged Peru 2-1 to sustain their hopes of qualifying for South Africa 2010, ahead of their upcoming match on Wednesday against Uruguay.

Maradona: I am not quitting

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 11:35:00 GMT

Despite reports earlier this week, Diego Maradona has insisted he will not quit as Argentina coach after their qualifying campaign reaches its conclusion.

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.

Maradona ponders Argentina future

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 10:48:00 GMT

Diego Maradona has revealed he could resign as Argentina coach next week, even if his under-fire side guarantee qualification for South Africa 2010.

Zabaleta injury blow for Argentina

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 03:45:00 GMT

Defender Pablo Zabaleta has suffered a hamstring injury playing for Manchester City and will miss Argentina's crucial upcoming South Africa 2010 qualifiers.

Milito out for Argentina

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:16:00 GMT

Form striker Diego Milito will miss Argentina's key South Africa 2010 qualifiers after suffering an injury playing for Inter Milan on the weekend.

Veron: Anything could happen

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 13:35:00 GMT

Juan Sebastien Veron claims under-fire team manager Diego Maradona is struggling to put together an efficient team of 11 players.

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.

Brilliant Brazil reach South Africa

Sun, 06 Sep 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Brazil have qualified for South Africa after inflicting a rare home defeat on Argentina to maintain their record of appearing in every FIFA World Cup.

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.

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.

Del Solar admits Peruvian frustrations

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 17:52:00 GMT

After another defeat left them bottom of the standings, Jose del Solar has conceded Peru are all but out of the running for a place at South Africa 2010.

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.

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.

Maicon out with leg injury

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 04:42:00 GMT

Brazil and Inter Milan defender Maicon will miss today's FIFA World Cup against Peru with injury and is set to be absent from club duty for several weeks.

Kaka to the rescue for Brazil?

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 15:23:00 GMT

Dunga has declared Kaka fit to face Peru in Porto Alegre, and the Brazil attacking midfielder has revealed his desire to serve his national team.

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.