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Uruguay and Brazil prove opposites attract

Sun, 19 May 2013 12:17:00 GMT

Ahead of La Celeste's visit to the FIFA Confederations Cup Brazil 2013, FIFA.com takes a look at the special relationship between Uruguayan and Brazilian football.

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.

Paraguay steal a point in Montevideo

Sat, 23 Mar 2013 00:26:00 GMT

An Edgar Benitez equaliser six minutes from full time saw Paraguay claim an away point against Uruguay after Luiz Suarez had given the home side the advantage in a stop-start contest.

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.

Festival of Champions just 100 days away

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 17:09:00 GMT

Encouraging ticket sales, smoke-free stadiums and decentralised operations were all on the agenda at the latest LOC meeting on Brazil 2013.

No divided loyalties for Pelusso

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 12:37:00 GMT

In a quirk of fate, Paraguay's Uruguayan coach must travel to his homeland for his next Brazil 2014 qualifier at the helm of the struggling Albirroja.

Technical issues solved: FIFA Confederations Cup ticket sales in full swing

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 14:57:00 GMT

The technical problems which occurred today at the start of the second ticket sales phase for the FIFA Confederations Cup have now been solved by service provider MATCH Event Services. MATCH Services apologises for the challenges faced and the inconveniences caused for the fans and will continue to monitor the system.

Over 86 per cent of assigned tickets in public hands after first sales phase

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 15:55:00 GMT

More than 86 per cent of the 426,343 assigned tickets for the FIFA Confederations Cup have been directly distributed to the general public following the ballot triggered by the first public sales phase.

Bebeto: I'll have to play at this stadium!

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 18:22:00 GMT

A delegation from FIFA and the LOC, including FIFA Secretary General Jérôme Valcke and Brazil legends Bebeto and Ronaldo, was left mightily impressed by Salvador and its Fonte Nova stadium on the first Host City Tour of 2013.

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.

Tabarez: Football is becoming more global

Mon, 24 Dec 2012 07:11:00 GMT

In the first of a two-part interview, Uruguay coach Oscar Tabarez speaks with FIFA.com on La Celeste’s form, their triumph in 1950, Brazilian football and his hopes for the 2013 FIFA Confederations Cup.

Successful start to public ticket sales phase: 186,032 requests within 24 hours

Tue, 04 Dec 2012 14:33:00 GMT

During the first 24 hours of the first public sales phase for Brazil 2013, more than 186,032 ticket requests were received - yet another record in the history of FIFA Confederations Cup ticketing.

Coaches react to Brazil 2013 draw

Sat, 01 Dec 2012 16:11:00 GMT

After attending Saturday’s draw for the FIFA Confederations Cup Brazil 2013, the coaches of the seven teams that have already qualified for the competition voiced their reactions.

Brazil drawn with Italy, Spain to meet Uruguay

Sat, 01 Dec 2012 14:04:00 GMT

Brazil, Japan, Mexico and Italy will make up Group A at next year's FIFA Confederations Cup, while Spain, Uruguay, Tahiti and the African representatives will comprise Group B.

Sao Paulo gears up for the FIFA Confederations Cup draw

Sun, 25 Nov 2012 18:06:00 GMT

Sao Paulo is preparing to welcome over 800 guests and 600 media representatives for the draw for the FIFA Confederations Cup.

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.

Brazil 2013 tickets go on sale

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 13:07:00 GMT

The first tickets for the FIFA Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 will go on sale later this month for next June's tournament, which features four FIFA World Cup winners.

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.

Bolivia keeper Suarez out of Uruguay game

Tue, 16 Oct 2012 18:01:00 GMT

Surgery following a bout of appendicitis will keep Bolivia's first-choice keeper Hugo Suarez on the sidelines when Uruguay visit La Paz.

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.

Five River Plate derbies to remember

Wed, 10 Oct 2012 13:59:00 GMT

With the latest meeting between old rivals Argentina and Uruguay looming large, FIFA.com looks back on five of the greatest River Plate derbies of all time.

Romero: That Copa America defeat still hurts

Tue, 09 Oct 2012 16:21:00 GMT

Ahead of his side’s match with Uruguay, Argentina goalkeeper Sergio Romero told FIFA.com that victory against the Charruas would still not be enough to heal the wound caused by elimination from the last Copa America.

Forlan: I don’t need objectives to perform

Mon, 17 Sep 2012 05:14:00 GMT

FIFA.com chats with iconic Uruguay striker Diego Forlan about the many highlights of a remarkable 17-year career, his recent move to Brazil's Internacional, plus his thoughts on Brazil 2014.

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.

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.

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.

Suarez eyes stress-free qualification

Fri, 01 Jun 2012 20:18:00 GMT

Luis Suarez has called on Uruguay to "comfortably" qualify for the FIFA World Cup™ and spare themselves the emotional roller-coaster of yet another intercontinental play-off.

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.

Reaction to Wednesday’s announcements in Brazil

Wed, 30 May 2012 22:54:00 GMT

FIFA.com reveals what FIFA, LOC and Brazilian government representatives had to say following the announcement of the match schedule for the FIFA Confederations Cup Brazil 2013.

FIFA Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 match schedule presented in Rio de Janeiro

Wed, 30 May 2012 15:37:00 GMT

All five host cities other than the capital Brasilia – which will host the prestigious opening match – will stage three of the 16 games of the FIFA Confederations Cup Brazil 2013.

Tabarez: We don’t have to emulate 1950

Wed, 30 May 2012 12:13:00 GMT

Uruguay coach Oscar Tabarez speaks about qualifying for Brazil 2014, the FIFA Confederations Cup and Diego Forlan among other subjects in the second part of his exclusive interview with FIFA.com.

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.