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Gremio take two-goal lead in Copa semi (May 31, 2007 07:00 GMT)
Gremio muscled their way to a 2-0 home win over Santos on Wednesday in the first leg of an all-Brazilian Libertadores Cup semi-final.
Fluminense salvage draw in Brasil final (May 31, 2007 07:00 GMT)
Fluminense striker Adriano Magrao scored a late equaliser to salvage a 1-1 draw against Figueirense in the first leg of the Copa Brasil final on Wednesday.
Gremio take two-goal lead in Copa semi (May 31, 2007 07:00 GMT)
Gremio muscled their way to a 2-0 home win over Santos on Wednesday in the first leg of an all-Brazilian Libertadores Cup semi-final.
Barcelona close to deal for Palacio (May 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Barcelona are close to sealing a deal for Argentine international striker Rodrigo Palacio. The 25-year-old has been tracked for months and Barca have now agreed a fee with his club Boca Juniors for a
Thompson gets FIFA role as McBeth dumped (May 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
The nomination of John McBeth to be FIFA vice-president has been withdrawn by the four British associations. Geoff Thompson, Football Association chairman, will take his place and will be inaugurated
Bolivia calls meeting over FIFA altitude ban (May 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Bolivian President Evo Morales, leading opposition to a FIFA ban on high-altitude games, said on Tuesday his country would host a protest meeting uniting delegates from 20 Latin American cities.
Warner targets Britain's FIFA privilege (May 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Britain's right to elect its own FIFA vice-president is danger after the president of the CONCACAF federation, Jack Warner, labelled the privilege 'an anachronism' following Scottish FA president John
Middlesbrough's Lee recalled to Korea squad (May 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Middlesbrough striker Lee Dong-Gook has been recalled to the South Korea squad for the June 2 friendly meeting with Holland after over a year's absence.
Ivory Coast lose Dindane, gain Kone for qualifier (May 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Lens striker Aruna Dindane will not be fit to partner Didier Drogba in attack when the Ivory Coast play Madagascar in Sunday's African Nations Cup Group One qualifier in Bouake.
Ronaldinho, Kaka left out of draft Copa squad (May 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Ronaldinho and Kaka, who are set to feature in Brazil's friendly international against England at Wembley on Friday, are missing from coach Dunga's preliminary Copa America squad.
Peace Cup not a distraction, insist organisers (May 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Organisers of South Korea's Peace Cup say their tournament will not be a distraction to this summer's Asian Cup.
China without Shanghai players for US trip (May 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
China will be without regular captain Zheng Zhi and other top players from Shandong Luneng and Shanghai Shenhua when they take a 23-man squad on a tour of the United States later this week.
McCarthy fails to heed South Africa call-up (May 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Blackburn Rovers striker Benni McCarthy continued his long boycott of the South African team when he failed to heed a call-up for Saturday's African Nations Cup qualifier against Chad.
FIFA unveil new $196 million headquarters (May 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
World soccer's governing body FIFA officially opened its new $196 million headquarters on Tuesday as delegates arrived for the start of a two-day congress.
Riquelme holds Libertadores key for Boca (May 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Boca Juniors will look to another inspired performance from midfielder Juan Roman Riquelme when they travel to Cucuta for the first leg of their Libertadores Cup semi-final this week.
Al Ahli start Champions League defence at home (May 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Holders Al Ahli of Egypt will start the defence of their African Champions League title in the group phase with a home match against Al Hilal of Sudan next month.
Vasco scramble draw, Parana lead in Brazil (May 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Vasco da Gama held on for a 2-2 draw away to Nautico in the Brazilian championship on Sunday despite having a player sent off after only two minutes.
Bolivia cabinet to meet on FIFA altitude ban (May 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Bolivia President Evo Morales has called an emergency cabinet meeting following FIFA's decision to ban international matches at high altitude.
San Lorenzo maintain lead in Argentine league (May 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Argentine championship leaders San Lorenzo beat Racing Club 3-0 on Sunday while Boca Juniors kept up the chase with a 3-1 win over Gimnasia-Jujuy.
Nakamura named in Japan's Kirin Cup squad (May 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Celtic midfielder Shunsuke Nakamura and Eintracht Frankfurt striker Naohiro Takahara have been called up by Japan coach Ivica Osim for the upcoming Kirin Cup.
South Africa advance to Cosafa Castle Cup semis (May 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Teko Modise scored both goals as South Africa booked a berth in the semifinals of the Cosafa Castle Cup with an easy 2-0 win over Mauritius in their Group B final at Somhlolo in Swaziland on Sunday.
FIFA ban matches at high altitude (May 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
No international soccer matches will be allowed to take place above an altitude of 2,500 metres in future, FIFA president Sepp Blatter said on Sunday.
Blatter praises United for calling off Malaysia match (May 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Manchester United's controversial tour match against a Malaysian XI in Kuala Lumpur on July 27 had been called off because it clashed with the Asian Cup, FIFA president Sepp Blatter said on Sunday.
FIFA's McBeth intent on tackling corruption (May 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
John McBeth, the Scot who will take over Britain's FIFA vice-presidency, believes he got the job because of hatred for England and has accused African associations of corruption and greed.
Estudiantes title hopes dented by 4-4 draw (May 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Argentine champions Estudiantes's chances of retaining their title were dented when they threw away a two-goal lead and were held 4-4 at home by Newell's Old Boys.
Leroy Rosenior named as Sierra Leone coach (May 26, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Former Torquay boss Leroy Rosenior has been appointed to take charge of Sierra Leone for next month's two African Nations Cup qualifiers, officials said at the weekend.
World Cup hosts South Africa beat Malawi (May 26, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Future World Cup hosts South Africa fielded 10 new caps as they edged past Malawi 5-4 on penalties in their Cosafa Castle Cup Group B semi-final at Swaziland's Somhlolo stadium.
X-ray will decide Cahill's Asian Cup fate (May 25, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Tim Cahill will have a further X-ray next month on his broken foot before being cleared to play for Australia in the Asian Cup in July, as he is due to join up with the national squad on June 21.
Riquelme brilliance fires Boca into semis (May 25, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Midfielder Juan Roman Riquelme scored an individual goal to set Boca Juniors on the way to a 2-0 win over Libertad and a place in the Libertadores Cup semi-finals on Thursday.
Brazilian lineswoman banned after mistake (May 24, 2007 11:00 GMT)
A Brazilian lineswoman was banned for at least three matches on Thursday for a mistake during the previous night's Copa Brasil match between Botafogo and Figueirense.
US call up 'foreign' dozen for Gold Cup defence (May 24, 2007 11:00 GMT)
United States coach Bob Bradley has called up 12 foreign-based players into his 23-man squad for next month's Gold Cup.
S.Africa name McCarthy in squad for Chad match (May 24, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Benni McCarthy has been included in South Africa's 19-man squad for next week's African Nations Cup qualifier against Chad even though the Blackburn Rovers striker has told officials he is unavailable
Togo lift Adebayor suspension after row (May 24, 2007 11:00 GMT)
The Togolese Football Federation (TFT) has lifted a suspension imposed on Arsenal striker Emmanuel Adebayor and two other players in March after a row over unpaid World Cup bonuses.
Ecuador 1-1 Ireland: Makeshift Irish held (May 24, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Steve Staunton's makeshift side earned a spirited draw against Copa America-bound Ecuador in New York on Wednesday as the Republic of Ireland manager handed debuts to 11 players.
Venezuela's Copa America stadiums in doubt (May 24, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Venezuela's Copa America stadiums may not all be ready in time, the South American Football Confederation (CSF) said on Wednesday after a week-long inspection.
Libertadores: Santos scrape through to semi-finals (May 24, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Santos scraped into the Libertadores Cup semi-finals on Wednesday, coming from behind at home against a weakened America to win the second leg of their quarter-final 2-1.
Error sends Figueirense into Brazilian final (May 24, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Figueirense reached the Copa Brasil final for the first time on thanks to a blunder from their opponents' goalkeeper Julio Cesar. Botafogo went on to win 3-1 to go through on away goals.
Seongnam reach AFC Champs League quarters (May 23, 2007 11:00 GMT)
South Korean champions Seongnam Chunma stunned Group G rivals Shandong Luneng of China 3-0 at home to reach Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Champions League quarter-finals on Wednesday.
AFC ask Man Utd to reschedule Malaysia match (May 23, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Asia's football chief Mohamed Bin Hammam has asked Manchester United officials to reschedule the club's July 27 match against a Malaysian XI to avoid a clash with the Asian Cup.
Cucuta knock out Nacional to continue run (May 23, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Colombian champions Cucuta reached the semi-finals of the Libertadores Cup at the first attempt after knocking out three-times former winners Nacional on Tuesday.
Uruguay include Forlan, Recoba against Australia (May 23, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Villareal striker Diego Forlan and Inter Milan attacking midfielder Alvaro Recoba were included on Tuesday in a full-strength Uruguay squad for next month's friendly against Australia.
Galaxy stars will shine against Rangers - Yallop (May 23, 2007 11:00 GMT)
LA Galaxy boss Frank Yallop insists the pre-match flattery they have showered Rangers with will be replaced by a determination to claim a notable scalp when the teams play tonight.
Hard man Montero reported to have retired (May 22, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Former Juventus and Uruguay defender Paolo Montero, regarded as one of football's most uncompromising players, was reported by Uruguayan media on Tuesday to have retired.
Malaysian side face uncertain future over unpaid rent (May 22, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Cash-strapped Malaysian Super League strugglers Sarawak face an uncertain future after they were almost banned from using their own stadium because of unpaid rent.
South Korea striker undergoes vital surgery (May 22, 2007 11:00 GMT)
South Korea forward Seol Ki-hyeon underwent ankle surgery on Tuesday, which will sideline him for next month's friendly against the Netherlands and could see him miss the Asian Cup.
Australia heavily depleted for Uruguay fixture (May 22, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Australia have named a severely depleted squad for the friendly international against Uruguay on June 2, with injury and unavailability preventing coach Graham Arnold from selecting a full-strength li
America marathon continues with trip to Santos (May 21, 2007 11:00 GMT)
America's extraordinary marathon continues this week as the Mexican club face two games in three days 7,400 km apart.
South America: Colo Colo lose record (May 21, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Colo Colo finally lost their unbeaten record in the Chilean championship when they were beaten 1-0 by Audax Italiano in a match full of controversial decisions on Sunday.
Lahore tournament scrapped after visa problems (May 21, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Asia's soccer chiefs have been forced to postpone the annual President's Cup after teams were unable to obtain Pakistan visas in time.
Sydney looking to make AFC history (May 21, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Sydney FC face a daunting trip to Japan on Wednesday to face Urawa Reds in their bid to become the first team from Asian confederation newcomers Australia to reach the AFC Champions League quarter-fin
Round-up of action from leagues in Asia (May 21, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Round-up of the weekend's action in Asia's domestic leagues.
Cahill confident of being fit for Asian Cup (May 21, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Australia midfielder Tim Cahill is confident of being fully fit for the Socceroos' Asian Cup campaign in July. The 27-year-old has been sidelined since breaking a bone in his foot.
River Plate fans furious after home defeat (May 21, 2007 11:00 GMT)
River Plate fans vented their fury at coach Daniel Passarella and his players and fought with each other after watching their team lose 1-0 at home to Estudiantes on Sunday.
Romario's '1,000th goal' sparks wild scenes (May 21, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Former Brazil striker Romario scored what he said was the 1,000th goal of his career by converting a penalty in Vasco da Gama's 3-1 over Sport Recife on Sunday.
Nigerians clubs complete qualifiers for last eight (May 21, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Nigerian clubs Dolphin FC and Kwara United became the last clubs to secure a berth in the league phase of the African Confederation Cup with victories in the second leg of their fourth round ties on S
Tunisian Cup: Esperance victorious again (May 20, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Esperance successfully defended their Tunisian Cup title with a 2-1 victory over CA Bizerte in Sunday's final in Tunis.
Socceroo Cahill plans emotional return to Samoa (May 19, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Australia and Everton midfielder Tim Cahill is planning an emotional return to Samoa in the hope of promoting soccer and good health in the tiny South Pacific nation of Samoa.
Socceroos coach hatches plan to aid Viduka (May 19, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Australia coach Graham Arnold has hatched a new plan to help Socceroos striker Mark Viduka convert his brilliant form with English club Middlesbrough on to the international stage.
Mexican defender Carmona gets life ban (May 18, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Mexico defender Salvador Carmona, who was kicked out of the 2005 Confederations Cup over a doping case, has been banned for life, the Mexican Football Federation (FMF) said on Friday.
Small-time Danubio lift Uruguayan league title (May 18, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Modest Danubio won the Uruguayan championship by beating Penarol on penalties following a 1-1 draw.
Moyes worry about Cahill's busy summer (May 18, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Everton boss David Moyes is concerned midfielder Tim Cahill will try to 'do too much' to get himself fit for Australia's Asian Cup campaign in July.
Palermo saves under-par Boca in Copa (May 18, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Boca Juniors needed a late equaliser to salvage a 1-1 home draw with Paraguayan champions Libertad in the Libertadores Cup on Thursday after Juan Roman Riquelme had earlier missed a penalty for the Ar
Entente Setif win Arab Champions League (May 17, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Algeria's Entente Setif won the Arab Champions League by beating Jordan's Al Faisali 1-0 in Amman on Thursday for a 2-1 aggregate triumph.
Cologne's Marvin Matip called up by Cameroon (May 17, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Cologne defender Marvin Matip has been included in Cameroon's squad to prepare for their June 3 African Nations Cup qualifier against Liberia.
S.Africa name 14 uncapped players in squad (May 17, 2007 11:00 GMT)
South African coach Carlos Alberto Parreira named 14 uncapped players in an experimental squad for next weekend's Cosafa Castle Cup mini tournament in Swaziland.
Brazil name squad to face England and Turkey (May 17, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Kaka and Ronaldinho were included in the squad for Brazil's friendlies against England and Turkey next month despite asking not to be picked for the Copa America.
More flak for China coach Zhu after Thai defeat (May 17, 2007 11:00 GMT)
China's first soccer loss to Thailand in 17 years has prompted more calls for the sacking of coach Zhu Guanghu before July's Asian Cup finals.
Cahill targets Asian Cup return with Socceroos (May 17, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Australia's Tim Cahill is preparing to take a giant stride forward in his bid to recover from a foot injury ahead of the Socceroos' debut in the Asian Cup.
Defensor set to shock Gremio in Libertadores Cup? (May 17, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Uruguayan outsiders Defensor Sporting pulled off another shock in the Libertadores Cup on Wednesday, beating former champions Gremio 2-0 in their quarter-final first leg.
PSV opt against signing Sun on permanent deal (May 17, 2007 11:00 GMT)
PSV Eindhoven have told Sun Xiang, the first Chinese to play in the Champions League, that they will not be extending his stay in the Netherlands, the Dutch club's website said.
Bradley secures permanent United States post (May 16, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Bob Bradley has been named the new permanent head coach of the United States national team after holding the post on a caretaker basis since December.
Australia ponders bid for 2011 Asian Cup (May 16, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Australia would bid to stage the 2011 Asian Cup if the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) changed its rotation policy for staging the event, local media reported on Wednesday.
Torres inspires Cucuta to win over Nacional (May 16, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Midfielder Macnelly Torres scored one goal and created the second as Colombian champions Cucuta struck late in the game to beat ten-man Nacional in the Libertadores Cup on Tuesday.
Brazil line up friendly against Turkey (May 16, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Brazil are to play Turkey in a friendly international in Dortmund, Germany on June 5, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) said on Tuesday.
Romario to try again for 1,000th goal (May 16, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Former Brazil striker Romario will make another attempt to score what he says will be his 1,000th goal in Vasco da Gama's Brazilian championship match against Sport Recife on Sunday.
Tired Ronaldinho asks to skip Copa America (May 15, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Brazil forward Ronaldinho has asked to be left out of the squad for the Copa America because he is tired, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) said on Tuesday.
Crespo anxious to play at Copa America (May 15, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Argentina striker Hernan Crespo said on Tuesday he hoped to be called up for the Copa America, a tournament at which he has yet to play.
FIFA consider women's World Cup expansion (May 15, 2007 11:00 GMT)
FIFA may expand the women's World Cup in 2011 from 16 to 24 teams, the organisation's president Sepp Blatter revealed today.
Al Faisali on brink of biggest trophy success (May 15, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Al Faisali of Jordan stand on the brink of the country's biggest soccer success if they can overcome Entente Setif of Algeria in the second leg of the Arab Champions League final in Amman on Thursday.
Mexico's Atlante move to beach resort Cancun (May 15, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Mexican first division soccer club Atlante are moving their base to the famous Caribbean beach resort of Cancun for next season.
United match to go ahead in Malaysia U-turn (May 14, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Malaysia's soccer body FAM, emboldened by support from the prime minister, will stand up to FIFA and the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) and host Manchester United on July 27, a FAM official said o
Mido dropped by Egypt for Nations Cup qualifier (May 14, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Egypt have dropped Tottenham Hotspur striker Ahmed 'Mido' Hossam from their squad for their African Nations Cup qualifier against Mauritania next month after he lost his regular place in the Tottenham
San Lorenzo held by 10-man River in Argentina (May 14, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Argentine championship leaders San Lorenzo were held to a goalless draw on Sunday by River Plate, who played with 10 men for nearly the entire match.
Two-goal Edmundo sinks Flamengo (May 14, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Former Brazil striker Edmundo scored twice to give Palmeiras a 4-2 win at Flamengo as the Brazilian championship got off to a high-scoring start on Sunday.
Al Ahli win 32nd Egyptian title (May 13, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Egypt's Al Ahli continued their centenary year celebrations with a record-breaking 32nd Egyptian premier league title as they beat Al Gaish 2-0 on Sunday.
Kewell targets place in Asian Cup squad (May 13, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Liverpool's Harry Kewell is hoping to put another injury-ravaged season behind him by securing a place in Australia's squad for the Asian Cup.
Kaka appeals to CBF to be excused duty (May 12, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Kaka and his club AC Milan have written to the Brazilian Football Federation (CBF) asking for the playmaker to be excused from this year's Copa America because of burn-out fears.
Kaka asks to be rested from Copa America (May 12, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Kaka has written a letter to the Brazilian Football Federation (CBF) asking to be excused from this year's Copa America because he is tired, his club AC Milan said on Saturday.
Malaysia PM insists Man Utd fixture will go ahead (May 11, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Malaysia will defy the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) and host Manchester United in July, Prime Minister Abdullah Ahmad Badawi insisted on Friday.
Universidad de Chile up for sale but no offers (May 11, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Universidad de Chile, one of the country's most popular clubs, failed to attract any offers were they put up for sale on Thursday.
Ze Roberto rescues Santos in Libertadores Cup (May 11, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Former Brazil midfielder Ze Roberto scored twice as Santos came from 2-0 down to beat Caracas FC 3-2 on Thursday and reach the Libertadores Cup quarter-finals.
Referee chased off pitch in Copa Brasil match (May 11, 2007 11:00 GMT)
A referee was chased off the field at the Maracana stadium on Thursday by players furious after he failed to award them a stoppage-time penalty.
Gremio fan dies after falling into moat (May 10, 2007 11:00 GMT)
A fan of Brazilian club Gremio has died in hospital after falling into the moat at the Olimpico stadium before Wednesday's Libertadores Cup match at home to Sao Paulo.
Premiership trio set for Hong Kong Trophy (May 10, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Liverpool, Portsmouth and Fulham will compete in the Barclays Asia Trophy in Hong Kong in July.
Argentina's Gallego quits Toluca (May 10, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Argentine coach Americo Gallego has quit Toluca following the Mexican club's elimination from the Libertadores Cup, the club said on Wednesday.
Fluminense reach Copa Brasil semi-finals (May 10, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Fluminense, already on to their third coach of the year, beat Atletico Paranaense 1-0 away on Wednesday to reach the Copa Brasil semi-finals.
Libertadores: Boca lose but qualify for quarters (May 10, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Boca Juniors reached the Libertadores Cup quarter-finals despite losing 3-1 to Velez Sarsfield on Wednesday while Gremio ousted Brazilian champions Sao Paulo.
Man United chief 'sad' at AFC over Asian tour (May 10, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Manchester United chief executive David Gill is 'sad and disappointed' that his team are not welcome in Malaysia, according to local media on Thursday.
Kawasaki qualify for AFC Champs League quarters (May 9, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Kawasaki Frontale became the first Japanese team in five years to qualify for the quarter-finals of the AFC Champions League after a 3-0 home victory over Indonesia's Arema Malang in Group F on Wednes
South Africa play down World Cup fears (May 9, 2007 11:00 GMT)
South African World Cup chiefs insist preparations for the 2010 finals are on course and that there will be no need for England to step in as contingency hosts.
America survive Colo Colo onslaught to advance (May 9, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Chilean champions Colo Colo wasted a flurry of chances as they were knocked out of the Libertadores Cup by America on Tuesday, despite winning their third-round second leg 2-1.
Turn professional or miss out, AFC tells clubs (May 8, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Asian soccer chiefs are throwing their might behind a drive to professionalise leagues throughout the continent in a bid to raise standards.
AFC sets rules for 2011 Asian Cup hopefuls (May 8, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Countries bidding to host the 2011 Asian Cup must guarantee government support or face swift elimination, Asian Football Confederation (AFC) president Mohamed Bin Hammam said.
Maradona vows to battle back from illness (May 8, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Diego Maradona has vowed to fight his illness for the sake of his daughters. He was discharged from hospital yesterday after lengthy treatment for smoking, dietary and alcohol-related problems.
Maradona gets early discharge from hospital (May 7, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Diego Maradona has been discharged from Avril psychiatric hospital in Buenos Aires.
Leaders draw in Japan, Changchun top in China (May 7, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Roundup of the weekend's action in Asia's domestic soccer leagues.
Boca held in thriller, Newell's win derby (May 7, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Boca Juniors were held to a 3-3 draw by Argentinos Juniors in the Argentine championship on Sunday as they failed to make the most of a slip-up by leaders San Lorenzo.
Argentine leaders San Lorenzo lose at Velez (May 6, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Argentine championship leaders San Lorenzo slumped to a shock 2-1 defeat away to Velez Sarsfield on Saturday evening, only their second loss in second outings.
AFC concerned about Man United's Asian tour (May 6, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Manchester United's proposed tour of Asia in July is likely to have a negative influence on the Asian Cup, Asian Football Confederation (AFC) president Mohamed Bin Hammam said on Sunday.
Owusu Abeyie applies to switch to Ghana (May 6, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Former Netherlands youth international Quincy Owusu Abeyie has formally applied to FIFA to be allowed to play for Ghana, the Ghana football association said on Sunday.
Cameroon referees feared dead in air crash (May 5, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Three Cameroon referees were missing, feared dead, aboard a Kenya Airways passenger plane that crashed in southern Cameroon shortly after takeoff, a Confederation of African Football official said on
Velez suspend Sessa for rest of season (May 5, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Velez Sarsfield have banned their volatile goalkeeper Gaston Sessa for the rest of the season after his wild kick at Boca Juniors striker Rodrigo Palacio during a midweek Libertadores Cup match.
Racing Club appoint former player Costas (May 5, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Racing Club will be coached by their former player and trainer Gustavo Costas from next week, the ailing Argentine side said. 'I'm thrilled to be back here, I knew I'd come back some day,' Costas said
Martinez bags hat-trick as Cucuta thrash Toluca (May 4, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Cucuta forward Juan Manuel Martinez scored a 13-minute hat-trick as the Colombian champions thumped Toluca 5-1 in their Libertadores Cup third round first leg tie.
Flamengo fans fly at players after defeat (May 3, 2007 11:00 GMT)
A group of Flamengo supporters insulted the players at Montevideo airport after the team lost 3-0 away to Defensor Sporting in the Libertadores Cup on Wednesday night.
Past African champions clash in Confederation Cup (May 3, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Clubs eliminated from the African Champions League last month get a second chance for continental success when they drop down to play in the fourth round of the African Confederation Cup this weekend.
Delgado, Palacios have year long bans lifted (May 3, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Ecuador striker Agustin Delgado and Peru midfielder Roberto Palacios, banned for one year for their part in a vicious brawl on the pitch in December, were given reprieves on Wednesday.
Accident-prone Santos held by Caracas FC (May 3, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Santos held on for a 2-2 draw away to Caracas FC in the Libertadores Cup on Wednesdsay despite losing two players to injury in the first half and having another sent off.
Blatter reassures South Africa over World Cup (May 2, 2007 11:00 GMT)
FIFA president Sepp Blatter said on Wednesday he was certain the 2010 World Cup would go ahead as planned in South Africa even though soccer's governing body had made contingency plans for a last-minu
Dunga hands Ronaldo further blow (May 1, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Brazil coach Dunga has ruled striker Ronaldo out of the Copa America in Venezuela, saying he wants to give a chance to other players.
Indonesia to play Uruguay in Asian Cup tune-up (May 1, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Indonesia will play tune-up matches with Uruguay, Hong Kong and Singapore as part of preparations for the Asian Cup in July.
Wellington sign Adelaide captain Aloisi (May 1, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Wellington Phoenix have announced the signings of Adelaide United captain Ross Aloisi and four other players, Football Federation Australia (FFA) said in a statement on Tuesday.
La Volpe and Boca meet again in Libertadores (May 1, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Former Boca Juniors coach Ricardo La Volpe, who spent a turbulent three months at Argentina's most popular club last year, will return when he leads Velez Sarsfield in the last 16 of the Libertadores
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Gremio take two-goal lead in Copa semi (May 31, 2007 07:00 GMT)
Gremio muscled their way to a 2-0 home win over Santos on Wednesday in the first leg of an all-Brazilian Libertadores Cup semi-final.
Fluminense salvage draw in Brasil final (May 31, 2007 07:00 GMT)
Fluminense striker Adriano Magrao scored a late equaliser to salvage a 1-1 draw against Figueirense in the first leg of the Copa Brasil final on Wednesday.
Gremio take two-goal lead in Copa semi (May 31, 2007 07:00 GMT)
Gremio muscled their way to a 2-0 home win over Santos on Wednesday in the first leg of an all-Brazilian Libertadores Cup semi-final.
Barcelona close to deal for Palacio (May 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Barcelona are close to sealing a deal for Argentine international striker Rodrigo Palacio. The 25-year-old has been tracked for months and Barca have now agreed a fee with his club Boca Juniors for a
Thompson gets FIFA role as McBeth dumped (May 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
The nomination of John McBeth to be FIFA vice-president has been withdrawn by the four British associations. Geoff Thompson, Football Association chairman, will take his place and will be inaugurated
Bolivia calls meeting over FIFA altitude ban (May 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Bolivian President Evo Morales, leading opposition to a FIFA ban on high-altitude games, said on Tuesday his country would host a protest meeting uniting delegates from 20 Latin American cities.
Warner targets Britain's FIFA privilege (May 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Britain's right to elect its own FIFA vice-president is danger after the president of the CONCACAF federation, Jack Warner, labelled the privilege 'an anachronism' following Scottish FA president John
Middlesbrough's Lee recalled to Korea squad (May 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Middlesbrough striker Lee Dong-Gook has been recalled to the South Korea squad for the June 2 friendly meeting with Holland after over a year's absence.
Ivory Coast lose Dindane, gain Kone for qualifier (May 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Lens striker Aruna Dindane will not be fit to partner Didier Drogba in attack when the Ivory Coast play Madagascar in Sunday's African Nations Cup Group One qualifier in Bouake.
Ronaldinho, Kaka left out of draft Copa squad (May 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Ronaldinho and Kaka, who are set to feature in Brazil's friendly international against England at Wembley on Friday, are missing from coach Dunga's preliminary Copa America squad.
Peace Cup not a distraction, insist organisers (May 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Organisers of South Korea's Peace Cup say their tournament will not be a distraction to this summer's Asian Cup.
China without Shanghai players for US trip (May 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
China will be without regular captain Zheng Zhi and other top players from Shandong Luneng and Shanghai Shenhua when they take a 23-man squad on a tour of the United States later this week.
McCarthy fails to heed South Africa call-up (May 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Blackburn Rovers striker Benni McCarthy continued his long boycott of the South African team when he failed to heed a call-up for Saturday's African Nations Cup qualifier against Chad.
FIFA unveil new $196 million headquarters (May 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
World soccer's governing body FIFA officially opened its new $196 million headquarters on Tuesday as delegates arrived for the start of a two-day congress.
Riquelme holds Libertadores key for Boca (May 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Boca Juniors will look to another inspired performance from midfielder Juan Roman Riquelme when they travel to Cucuta for the first leg of their Libertadores Cup semi-final this week.
Al Ahli start Champions League defence at home (May 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Holders Al Ahli of Egypt will start the defence of their African Champions League title in the group phase with a home match against Al Hilal of Sudan next month.
Vasco scramble draw, Parana lead in Brazil (May 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Vasco da Gama held on for a 2-2 draw away to Nautico in the Brazilian championship on Sunday despite having a player sent off after only two minutes.
Bolivia cabinet to meet on FIFA altitude ban (May 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Bolivia President Evo Morales has called an emergency cabinet meeting following FIFA's decision to ban international matches at high altitude.
San Lorenzo maintain lead in Argentine league (May 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Argentine championship leaders San Lorenzo beat Racing Club 3-0 on Sunday while Boca Juniors kept up the chase with a 3-1 win over Gimnasia-Jujuy.
Nakamura named in Japan's Kirin Cup squad (May 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Celtic midfielder Shunsuke Nakamura and Eintracht Frankfurt striker Naohiro Takahara have been called up by Japan coach Ivica Osim for the upcoming Kirin Cup.
South Africa advance to Cosafa Castle Cup semis (May 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Teko Modise scored both goals as South Africa booked a berth in the semifinals of the Cosafa Castle Cup with an easy 2-0 win over Mauritius in their Group B final at Somhlolo in Swaziland on Sunday.
FIFA ban matches at high altitude (May 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
No international soccer matches will be allowed to take place above an altitude of 2,500 metres in future, FIFA president Sepp Blatter said on Sunday.
Blatter praises United for calling off Malaysia match (May 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Manchester United's controversial tour match against a Malaysian XI in Kuala Lumpur on July 27 had been called off because it clashed with the Asian Cup, FIFA president Sepp Blatter said on Sunday.
FIFA's McBeth intent on tackling corruption (May 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
John McBeth, the Scot who will take over Britain's FIFA vice-presidency, believes he got the job because of hatred for England and has accused African associations of corruption and greed.
Estudiantes title hopes dented by 4-4 draw (May 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Argentine champions Estudiantes's chances of retaining their title were dented when they threw away a two-goal lead and were held 4-4 at home by Newell's Old Boys.
Leroy Rosenior named as Sierra Leone coach (May 26, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Former Torquay boss Leroy Rosenior has been appointed to take charge of Sierra Leone for next month's two African Nations Cup qualifiers, officials said at the weekend.
World Cup hosts South Africa beat Malawi (May 26, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Future World Cup hosts South Africa fielded 10 new caps as they edged past Malawi 5-4 on penalties in their Cosafa Castle Cup Group B semi-final at Swaziland's Somhlolo stadium.
X-ray will decide Cahill's Asian Cup fate (May 25, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Tim Cahill will have a further X-ray next month on his broken foot before being cleared to play for Australia in the Asian Cup in July, as he is due to join up with the national squad on June 21.
Riquelme brilliance fires Boca into semis (May 25, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Midfielder Juan Roman Riquelme scored an individual goal to set Boca Juniors on the way to a 2-0 win over Libertad and a place in the Libertadores Cup semi-finals on Thursday.
Brazilian lineswoman banned after mistake (May 24, 2007 11:00 GMT)
A Brazilian lineswoman was banned for at least three matches on Thursday for a mistake during the previous night's Copa Brasil match between Botafogo and Figueirense.
US call up 'foreign' dozen for Gold Cup defence (May 24, 2007 11:00 GMT)
United States coach Bob Bradley has called up 12 foreign-based players into his 23-man squad for next month's Gold Cup.
S.Africa name McCarthy in squad for Chad match (May 24, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Benni McCarthy has been included in South Africa's 19-man squad for next week's African Nations Cup qualifier against Chad even though the Blackburn Rovers striker has told officials he is unavailable
Togo lift Adebayor suspension after row (May 24, 2007 11:00 GMT)
The Togolese Football Federation (TFT) has lifted a suspension imposed on Arsenal striker Emmanuel Adebayor and two other players in March after a row over unpaid World Cup bonuses.
Ecuador 1-1 Ireland: Makeshift Irish held (May 24, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Steve Staunton's makeshift side earned a spirited draw against Copa America-bound Ecuador in New York on Wednesday as the Republic of Ireland manager handed debuts to 11 players.
Venezuela's Copa America stadiums in doubt (May 24, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Venezuela's Copa America stadiums may not all be ready in time, the South American Football Confederation (CSF) said on Wednesday after a week-long inspection.
Libertadores: Santos scrape through to semi-finals (May 24, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Santos scraped into the Libertadores Cup semi-finals on Wednesday, coming from behind at home against a weakened America to win the second leg of their quarter-final 2-1.
Error sends Figueirense into Brazilian final (May 24, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Figueirense reached the Copa Brasil final for the first time on thanks to a blunder from their opponents' goalkeeper Julio Cesar. Botafogo went on to win 3-1 to go through on away goals.
Seongnam reach AFC Champs League quarters (May 23, 2007 11:00 GMT)
South Korean champions Seongnam Chunma stunned Group G rivals Shandong Luneng of China 3-0 at home to reach Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Champions League quarter-finals on Wednesday.
AFC ask Man Utd to reschedule Malaysia match (May 23, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Asia's football chief Mohamed Bin Hammam has asked Manchester United officials to reschedule the club's July 27 match against a Malaysian XI to avoid a clash with the Asian Cup.
Cucuta knock out Nacional to continue run (May 23, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Colombian champions Cucuta reached the semi-finals of the Libertadores Cup at the first attempt after knocking out three-times former winners Nacional on Tuesday.
Uruguay include Forlan, Recoba against Australia (May 23, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Villareal striker Diego Forlan and Inter Milan attacking midfielder Alvaro Recoba were included on Tuesday in a full-strength Uruguay squad for next month's friendly against Australia.
Galaxy stars will shine against Rangers - Yallop (May 23, 2007 11:00 GMT)
LA Galaxy boss Frank Yallop insists the pre-match flattery they have showered Rangers with will be replaced by a determination to claim a notable scalp when the teams play tonight.
Hard man Montero reported to have retired (May 22, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Former Juventus and Uruguay defender Paolo Montero, regarded as one of football's most uncompromising players, was reported by Uruguayan media on Tuesday to have retired.
Malaysian side face uncertain future over unpaid rent (May 22, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Cash-strapped Malaysian Super League strugglers Sarawak face an uncertain future after they were almost banned from using their own stadium because of unpaid rent.
South Korea striker undergoes vital surgery (May 22, 2007 11:00 GMT)
South Korea forward Seol Ki-hyeon underwent ankle surgery on Tuesday, which will sideline him for next month's friendly against the Netherlands and could see him miss the Asian Cup.
Australia heavily depleted for Uruguay fixture (May 22, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Australia have named a severely depleted squad for the friendly international against Uruguay on June 2, with injury and unavailability preventing coach Graham Arnold from selecting a full-strength li
America marathon continues with trip to Santos (May 21, 2007 11:00 GMT)
America's extraordinary marathon continues this week as the Mexican club face two games in three days 7,400 km apart.
South America: Colo Colo lose record (May 21, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Colo Colo finally lost their unbeaten record in the Chilean championship when they were beaten 1-0 by Audax Italiano in a match full of controversial decisions on Sunday.
Lahore tournament scrapped after visa problems (May 21, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Asia's soccer chiefs have been forced to postpone the annual President's Cup after teams were unable to obtain Pakistan visas in time.
Sydney looking to make AFC history (May 21, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Sydney FC face a daunting trip to Japan on Wednesday to face Urawa Reds in their bid to become the first team from Asian confederation newcomers Australia to reach the AFC Champions League quarter-fin
Round-up of action from leagues in Asia (May 21, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Round-up of the weekend's action in Asia's domestic leagues.
Cahill confident of being fit for Asian Cup (May 21, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Australia midfielder Tim Cahill is confident of being fully fit for the Socceroos' Asian Cup campaign in July. The 27-year-old has been sidelined since breaking a bone in his foot.
River Plate fans furious after home defeat (May 21, 2007 11:00 GMT)
River Plate fans vented their fury at coach Daniel Passarella and his players and fought with each other after watching their team lose 1-0 at home to Estudiantes on Sunday.
Romario's '1,000th goal' sparks wild scenes (May 21, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Former Brazil striker Romario scored what he said was the 1,000th goal of his career by converting a penalty in Vasco da Gama's 3-1 over Sport Recife on Sunday.
Nigerians clubs complete qualifiers for last eight (May 21, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Nigerian clubs Dolphin FC and Kwara United became the last clubs to secure a berth in the league phase of the African Confederation Cup with victories in the second leg of their fourth round ties on S
Tunisian Cup: Esperance victorious again (May 20, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Esperance successfully defended their Tunisian Cup title with a 2-1 victory over CA Bizerte in Sunday's final in Tunis.
Socceroo Cahill plans emotional return to Samoa (May 19, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Australia and Everton midfielder Tim Cahill is planning an emotional return to Samoa in the hope of promoting soccer and good health in the tiny South Pacific nation of Samoa.
Socceroos coach hatches plan to aid Viduka (May 19, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Australia coach Graham Arnold has hatched a new plan to help Socceroos striker Mark Viduka convert his brilliant form with English club Middlesbrough on to the international stage.
Mexican defender Carmona gets life ban (May 18, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Mexico defender Salvador Carmona, who was kicked out of the 2005 Confederations Cup over a doping case, has been banned for life, the Mexican Football Federation (FMF) said on Friday.
Small-time Danubio lift Uruguayan league title (May 18, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Modest Danubio won the Uruguayan championship by beating Penarol on penalties following a 1-1 draw.
Moyes worry about Cahill's busy summer (May 18, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Everton boss David Moyes is concerned midfielder Tim Cahill will try to 'do too much' to get himself fit for Australia's Asian Cup campaign in July.
Palermo saves under-par Boca in Copa (May 18, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Boca Juniors needed a late equaliser to salvage a 1-1 home draw with Paraguayan champions Libertad in the Libertadores Cup on Thursday after Juan Roman Riquelme had earlier missed a penalty for the Ar
Entente Setif win Arab Champions League (May 17, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Algeria's Entente Setif won the Arab Champions League by beating Jordan's Al Faisali 1-0 in Amman on Thursday for a 2-1 aggregate triumph.
Cologne's Marvin Matip called up by Cameroon (May 17, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Cologne defender Marvin Matip has been included in Cameroon's squad to prepare for their June 3 African Nations Cup qualifier against Liberia.
S.Africa name 14 uncapped players in squad (May 17, 2007 11:00 GMT)
South African coach Carlos Alberto Parreira named 14 uncapped players in an experimental squad for next weekend's Cosafa Castle Cup mini tournament in Swaziland.
Brazil name squad to face England and Turkey (May 17, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Kaka and Ronaldinho were included in the squad for Brazil's friendlies against England and Turkey next month despite asking not to be picked for the Copa America.
More flak for China coach Zhu after Thai defeat (May 17, 2007 11:00 GMT)
China's first soccer loss to Thailand in 17 years has prompted more calls for the sacking of coach Zhu Guanghu before July's Asian Cup finals.
Cahill targets Asian Cup return with Socceroos (May 17, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Australia's Tim Cahill is preparing to take a giant stride forward in his bid to recover from a foot injury ahead of the Socceroos' debut in the Asian Cup.
Defensor set to shock Gremio in Libertadores Cup? (May 17, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Uruguayan outsiders Defensor Sporting pulled off another shock in the Libertadores Cup on Wednesday, beating former champions Gremio 2-0 in their quarter-final first leg.
PSV opt against signing Sun on permanent deal (May 17, 2007 11:00 GMT)
PSV Eindhoven have told Sun Xiang, the first Chinese to play in the Champions League, that they will not be extending his stay in the Netherlands, the Dutch club's website said.
Bradley secures permanent United States post (May 16, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Bob Bradley has been named the new permanent head coach of the United States national team after holding the post on a caretaker basis since December.
Australia ponders bid for 2011 Asian Cup (May 16, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Australia would bid to stage the 2011 Asian Cup if the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) changed its rotation policy for staging the event, local media reported on Wednesday.
Torres inspires Cucuta to win over Nacional (May 16, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Midfielder Macnelly Torres scored one goal and created the second as Colombian champions Cucuta struck late in the game to beat ten-man Nacional in the Libertadores Cup on Tuesday.
Brazil line up friendly against Turkey (May 16, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Brazil are to play Turkey in a friendly international in Dortmund, Germany on June 5, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) said on Tuesday.
Romario to try again for 1,000th goal (May 16, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Former Brazil striker Romario will make another attempt to score what he says will be his 1,000th goal in Vasco da Gama's Brazilian championship match against Sport Recife on Sunday.
Tired Ronaldinho asks to skip Copa America (May 15, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Brazil forward Ronaldinho has asked to be left out of the squad for the Copa America because he is tired, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) said on Tuesday.
Crespo anxious to play at Copa America (May 15, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Argentina striker Hernan Crespo said on Tuesday he hoped to be called up for the Copa America, a tournament at which he has yet to play.
FIFA consider women's World Cup expansion (May 15, 2007 11:00 GMT)
FIFA may expand the women's World Cup in 2011 from 16 to 24 teams, the organisation's president Sepp Blatter revealed today.
Al Faisali on brink of biggest trophy success (May 15, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Al Faisali of Jordan stand on the brink of the country's biggest soccer success if they can overcome Entente Setif of Algeria in the second leg of the Arab Champions League final in Amman on Thursday.
Mexico's Atlante move to beach resort Cancun (May 15, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Mexican first division soccer club Atlante are moving their base to the famous Caribbean beach resort of Cancun for next season.
United match to go ahead in Malaysia U-turn (May 14, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Malaysia's soccer body FAM, emboldened by support from the prime minister, will stand up to FIFA and the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) and host Manchester United on July 27, a FAM official said o
Mido dropped by Egypt for Nations Cup qualifier (May 14, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Egypt have dropped Tottenham Hotspur striker Ahmed 'Mido' Hossam from their squad for their African Nations Cup qualifier against Mauritania next month after he lost his regular place in the Tottenham
San Lorenzo held by 10-man River in Argentina (May 14, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Argentine championship leaders San Lorenzo were held to a goalless draw on Sunday by River Plate, who played with 10 men for nearly the entire match.
Two-goal Edmundo sinks Flamengo (May 14, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Former Brazil striker Edmundo scored twice to give Palmeiras a 4-2 win at Flamengo as the Brazilian championship got off to a high-scoring start on Sunday.
Al Ahli win 32nd Egyptian title (May 13, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Egypt's Al Ahli continued their centenary year celebrations with a record-breaking 32nd Egyptian premier league title as they beat Al Gaish 2-0 on Sunday.
Kewell targets place in Asian Cup squad (May 13, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Liverpool's Harry Kewell is hoping to put another injury-ravaged season behind him by securing a place in Australia's squad for the Asian Cup.
Kaka appeals to CBF to be excused duty (May 12, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Kaka and his club AC Milan have written to the Brazilian Football Federation (CBF) asking for the playmaker to be excused from this year's Copa America because of burn-out fears.
Kaka asks to be rested from Copa America (May 12, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Kaka has written a letter to the Brazilian Football Federation (CBF) asking to be excused from this year's Copa America because he is tired, his club AC Milan said on Saturday.
Malaysia PM insists Man Utd fixture will go ahead (May 11, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Malaysia will defy the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) and host Manchester United in July, Prime Minister Abdullah Ahmad Badawi insisted on Friday.
Universidad de Chile up for sale but no offers (May 11, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Universidad de Chile, one of the country's most popular clubs, failed to attract any offers were they put up for sale on Thursday.
Ze Roberto rescues Santos in Libertadores Cup (May 11, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Former Brazil midfielder Ze Roberto scored twice as Santos came from 2-0 down to beat Caracas FC 3-2 on Thursday and reach the Libertadores Cup quarter-finals.
Referee chased off pitch in Copa Brasil match (May 11, 2007 11:00 GMT)
A referee was chased off the field at the Maracana stadium on Thursday by players furious after he failed to award them a stoppage-time penalty.
Gremio fan dies after falling into moat (May 10, 2007 11:00 GMT)
A fan of Brazilian club Gremio has died in hospital after falling into the moat at the Olimpico stadium before Wednesday's Libertadores Cup match at home to Sao Paulo.
Premiership trio set for Hong Kong Trophy (May 10, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Liverpool, Portsmouth and Fulham will compete in the Barclays Asia Trophy in Hong Kong in July.
Argentina's Gallego quits Toluca (May 10, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Argentine coach Americo Gallego has quit Toluca following the Mexican club's elimination from the Libertadores Cup, the club said on Wednesday.
Fluminense reach Copa Brasil semi-finals (May 10, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Fluminense, already on to their third coach of the year, beat Atletico Paranaense 1-0 away on Wednesday to reach the Copa Brasil semi-finals.
Libertadores: Boca lose but qualify for quarters (May 10, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Boca Juniors reached the Libertadores Cup quarter-finals despite losing 3-1 to Velez Sarsfield on Wednesday while Gremio ousted Brazilian champions Sao Paulo.
Man United chief 'sad' at AFC over Asian tour (May 10, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Manchester United chief executive David Gill is 'sad and disappointed' that his team are not welcome in Malaysia, according to local media on Thursday.
Kawasaki qualify for AFC Champs League quarters (May 9, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Kawasaki Frontale became the first Japanese team in five years to qualify for the quarter-finals of the AFC Champions League after a 3-0 home victory over Indonesia's Arema Malang in Group F on Wednes
South Africa play down World Cup fears (May 9, 2007 11:00 GMT)
South African World Cup chiefs insist preparations for the 2010 finals are on course and that there will be no need for England to step in as contingency hosts.
America survive Colo Colo onslaught to advance (May 9, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Chilean champions Colo Colo wasted a flurry of chances as they were knocked out of the Libertadores Cup by America on Tuesday, despite winning their third-round second leg 2-1.
Turn professional or miss out, AFC tells clubs (May 8, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Asian soccer chiefs are throwing their might behind a drive to professionalise leagues throughout the continent in a bid to raise standards.
AFC sets rules for 2011 Asian Cup hopefuls (May 8, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Countries bidding to host the 2011 Asian Cup must guarantee government support or face swift elimination, Asian Football Confederation (AFC) president Mohamed Bin Hammam said.
Maradona vows to battle back from illness (May 8, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Diego Maradona has vowed to fight his illness for the sake of his daughters. He was discharged from hospital yesterday after lengthy treatment for smoking, dietary and alcohol-related problems.
Maradona gets early discharge from hospital (May 7, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Diego Maradona has been discharged from Avril psychiatric hospital in Buenos Aires.
Leaders draw in Japan, Changchun top in China (May 7, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Roundup of the weekend's action in Asia's domestic soccer leagues.
Boca held in thriller, Newell's win derby (May 7, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Boca Juniors were held to a 3-3 draw by Argentinos Juniors in the Argentine championship on Sunday as they failed to make the most of a slip-up by leaders San Lorenzo.
Argentine leaders San Lorenzo lose at Velez (May 6, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Argentine championship leaders San Lorenzo slumped to a shock 2-1 defeat away to Velez Sarsfield on Saturday evening, only their second loss in second outings.
AFC concerned about Man United's Asian tour (May 6, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Manchester United's proposed tour of Asia in July is likely to have a negative influence on the Asian Cup, Asian Football Confederation (AFC) president Mohamed Bin Hammam said on Sunday.
Owusu Abeyie applies to switch to Ghana (May 6, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Former Netherlands youth international Quincy Owusu Abeyie has formally applied to FIFA to be allowed to play for Ghana, the Ghana football association said on Sunday.
Cameroon referees feared dead in air crash (May 5, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Three Cameroon referees were missing, feared dead, aboard a Kenya Airways passenger plane that crashed in southern Cameroon shortly after takeoff, a Confederation of African Football official said on
Velez suspend Sessa for rest of season (May 5, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Velez Sarsfield have banned their volatile goalkeeper Gaston Sessa for the rest of the season after his wild kick at Boca Juniors striker Rodrigo Palacio during a midweek Libertadores Cup match.
Racing Club appoint former player Costas (May 5, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Racing Club will be coached by their former player and trainer Gustavo Costas from next week, the ailing Argentine side said. 'I'm thrilled to be back here, I knew I'd come back some day,' Costas said
Martinez bags hat-trick as Cucuta thrash Toluca (May 4, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Cucuta forward Juan Manuel Martinez scored a 13-minute hat-trick as the Colombian champions thumped Toluca 5-1 in their Libertadores Cup third round first leg tie.
Flamengo fans fly at players after defeat (May 3, 2007 11:00 GMT)
A group of Flamengo supporters insulted the players at Montevideo airport after the team lost 3-0 away to Defensor Sporting in the Libertadores Cup on Wednesday night.
Past African champions clash in Confederation Cup (May 3, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Clubs eliminated from the African Champions League last month get a second chance for continental success when they drop down to play in the fourth round of the African Confederation Cup this weekend.
Delgado, Palacios have year long bans lifted (May 3, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Ecuador striker Agustin Delgado and Peru midfielder Roberto Palacios, banned for one year for their part in a vicious brawl on the pitch in December, were given reprieves on Wednesday.
Accident-prone Santos held by Caracas FC (May 3, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Santos held on for a 2-2 draw away to Caracas FC in the Libertadores Cup on Wednesdsay despite losing two players to injury in the first half and having another sent off.
Blatter reassures South Africa over World Cup (May 2, 2007 11:00 GMT)
FIFA president Sepp Blatter said on Wednesday he was certain the 2010 World Cup would go ahead as planned in South Africa even though soccer's governing body had made contingency plans for a last-minu
Dunga hands Ronaldo further blow (May 1, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Brazil coach Dunga has ruled striker Ronaldo out of the Copa America in Venezuela, saying he wants to give a chance to other players.
Indonesia to play Uruguay in Asian Cup tune-up (May 1, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Indonesia will play tune-up matches with Uruguay, Hong Kong and Singapore as part of preparations for the Asian Cup in July.
Wellington sign Adelaide captain Aloisi (May 1, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Wellington Phoenix have announced the signings of Adelaide United captain Ross Aloisi and four other players, Football Federation Australia (FFA) said in a statement on Tuesday.
La Volpe and Boca meet again in Libertadores (May 1, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Former Boca Juniors coach Ricardo La Volpe, who spent a turbulent three months at Argentina's most popular club last year, will return when he leads Velez Sarsfield in the last 16 of the Libertadores
