WC Qualifying South America

Alexis Sánchez Sánchez Chile edged Brazil 2-0 in World Cup qualifying as Eduardo Vargas and Alexis Sanchez scored in Santiago.

Alexis Sánchez Sánchez Chile forward Alexis Sanchez took to social media after the 3-0 loss to Uruguay to criticise the conduct of their opponents.

Jorge Sampaoli Moya Rumours of a falling out between Lionel Messi and Jorge Sampaoli have been dismissed by the Argentina coach.

Juan Osorio Arbeláez Juan Carlos Osorio was set to lead Paraguay at this year's Copa America but he has left his post due to family reasons.

Enner Valencia Lastra Astonishing scenes saw Enner Valencia pursued by police officers after he was substituted in Ecuador's win over Chile.

Despite bursting onto the international stage this year, Gabriel Jesus will require some fine-tuning at Manchester City.

Edwin Cardona Bedoya Paraguay's unbeaten home record in 2018 World Cup qualifying was brought to an end by Edwin Cardona's 91st-minute strike for Colombia.

Sergio Aguero Barcelona have revealed Lionel Messi has suffered an injury to his left hamstring, potentially ruling him out of Argentina duty.

Edgardo Bauza Edgardo Bauza is confident Lionel Messi and his team-mates will be among the 32 nations competing next year.

Argentina and Ecuador had to work hard for their points on a busy day of CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers.