Talents Shine At South American U20 Championship – Five Who Made Their Mark
The South American U20 Championship has scouts flocking to the tournament in search of potential stars. We look at five who shone brightest in the 2013 edition in Argentina.
View ArticleCopa Libertadores Report: Ivan Alonso Returns To Haunt Toluca
Ivan Alonso returned to haunt former club Toluca in the Copa Libertadores, scoring for new side Nacional with a trademark cool finish. But his was not the only exploit in the Copa Libertadores, even if...
View ArticleCopa Libertadores Report: Bolivian Tragedy Casts Shadow Over Corinthians’ Win
Corinthians kicked off their home Copa Libertadores campaign with last week's events in Bolivia still hanging over the tournament. The Brazilians scored a win in an empty stadium and look strong...
View ArticleCopa Libertadores Report: Marcelo Bielsa’s Students Carry Teacher’s Torch
Marcelo Bielsa has shaped a number of coaching careers and his philosophies have found their way into a whole host of teams and countries. And they were on display as Newell's Old Boys met Universidad...
View ArticleCopa Libertadores Report: Bencomo Rejuvenates Caracas and Arsenal Stay Alive
Ceferino Bencomo has rejuvenated Venezuelan side Caracas FC, bringing down the side's average age and making them a competitive Copa Libertadores unit. And the reward was reaped, as Caracas beat Gremio...
View ArticleFIFA and UEFA Face Impossible Battle Over Third Party Player Ownership
FIFA and UEFA want to take action against players' registrations being held by investment groups, but face a battle. Those involved have begun to take control of clubs directly.
View ArticleUruguay World Cup Dream Dealt Blow as South America Battle For Brazil Tickets
Uruguay had hopes of turning back the clock at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, but Oscar Washington Tabarez's side may not even be at the finals. The battle to qualify is well and truly heating up in...
View ArticleCopa Libertadores Report: Arsenal Riot Fuels Continental Tension
A week's superb Copa Libertadores action was marred by a riot involving Arsenal players and police following a clash against Atletico Mineiro. Events such as it have been seen before and tension...
View ArticleCopa Libertadores Report: 2009-Born Real Garcilaso Make Waves
Founded just in 2009, Real Garcilaso are making waves in the Copa Libertadores after shaking up the established order in Peru. The Peruvian outfit are a well-run outfit and look set to build on their...
View ArticleCopa Libertadores Report: Sao Paulo Legend Rogerio Ceni Keeps Dream Alive
Sao Paulo's legendary 40-year-old goalkeeper Rogerio Ceni may be bowing out of the game at the end of year, but he is determined to help his side push hard for the Copa Libertadores. And he has already...
View ArticleCopa Libertadores Report: Shrewd Velez Sarsfield Push For Continental Glory
Argentine club Velez Sarsfield are one of the shrewdest operators in the transfer market in South America and this season is seeing Ricardo Gareca's men put together a real tilt at the Copa Libertadores.
View ArticleBoca Legend Guillermo Barros Schelotto Cutting Teeth In Style at Lanus
Ex-Boca stars Guillermo and Gustavo Barros Schelotto are guiding Lanus impressively. And given the performance of rookie boss Guillermo, it could just be a matter of time until he is back at La Bombonera.
View ArticleCopa Libertadores Report: Comical Scenes Can’t Overshadow Boca Victory
Fans could have been forgiven for laughing once or twice as Boca Juniors met Corinthians in the Copa Libertadores, but amidst the slapstick comedy, the Argentine powerhouses grabbed a crucial victory.
View ArticleTop Five Breakthrough Talents in Argentina’s Torneo Final
Argentine football is a veritable talent factory, with new crops emerging on a regular basis. Who are those youngsters who have made the breakthrough in the Torneo Final? We take a look at the top five...
View ArticleCopa Libertadores Report: Atletico Entertain But Must Mind Defensive Gap
Atletico Mineiro are an entertaining side intent on scoring goals galore in this year's Copa Libertadores. However, to have any chance of silverware, they must tighten up in defence.
View ArticleCopa Libertadores Report: Brazilian Dominance Questioned After Multiple Exits
Brazil has come to take for granted that its teams should be the most powerful in South America's Copa Libertadores. But this year sees just two Brazilian sides in the final eight of the tournament. Is...
View ArticleCopa Libertadores Report: Wilder Medina Repays Santa Fe Faith
In 2012, Wilder Medina looked to be nearing the end of his career, after drug use saw his contract terminated at Deportes Tolima. However, Santa Fe gave the striker a chance to bounce back - and he is...
View ArticleScoundrels Rosario Central End Pain with Top Flight Return
Rosario Central booked their return to Argentina's top flight in style, with a crushing 3-0 win courtesy of a Javier Toledo hat-trick. With it ended three years of second tier pain. Now the Scoundrels...
View ArticleCopa Libertadores Report: Hugo Ever Almeida Continues Tournament Love Affair
Olimpia coach Hugo Ever Almeida has a special relationship with the Copa Libertadores and 2013's edition is just renewing the love affair. Having knocked out Fluminense, Olimpia are now in the final four.
View ArticleIndependiente See Unbroken Argentine Top Flight Status Disappear
One of Argentina's big clubs, Independiente have suffered the pain of relegation from the country's top flight. Now life in the second tier awaits and Independiente must bid to rebuild and recover.
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