Copa Sudamericana

Chapecoense's plane was involved in an accident on the team's flight to Colombia to face Atletico Nacional.

Sao Paulo Ponte Preta is in pole position to progress to the Copa Sudamericana final after a 3-1 away first-leg win against Sao Paulo.

Emelec Cesar Vallejo and Emelec needed penalty shootouts to reach the Copa Sudamericana quarter-finals on Wednesday.

Copa Sudamericana

Lanús Lanus have won the 2013 Copa Sudamericana in front of their home fans, triumphing 3-1 on aggregate over Brazil's Ponte Preta.

Peñarol Penarol eased into the second round of the Copa Sudamericana, while Cesar Vallejo were also among the teams to advance.

Chapecoense were hit by tragedy but were crowned Copa Sudamericana champions due to Atletico Nacional's gesture, earning them recognition.

River Plate River Plate will look to carry their momentum from the Copa Sudamericana final first leg into their home match against Atletico Nacional.

Boca Juniors Boca Juniors' quest to win a third Copa Sudamericana title remains on track after defeating Argentine rivals Rosario Central 3-0.

Barcelona Barcelona opened their Copa Sudamericana campaign with a resounding 3-0 victory over Alianza Lima in Thursday's first leg.