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Flamengo say Adriano will play for them (Apr 30, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Flamengo have reached an agreement to sign troubled striker Adriano, less than a month after the former Inter Milan player said he had lost his appetite for the game.
Man United's Park anticipates S.Korea homecoming (Apr 30, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Park Ji-sung cannot wait to star in front of his adoring Korean public for Manchester United.
Ronaldo injury not serious, claim Corinthians (Apr 30, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Corinthians coach Mano Menezes has announced Ronaldo will be fit to play next Sunday against Santos in the Sao Paulo state tournament final second leg.
Copa do Brasil: Inter on verge of quarter-final spot (Apr 30, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Internacional took a big step towards the Copa do Brasil quarter-finals as they beat Nautico 3-0 in Recife.
Striker Adriano in talks over Flamengo switch (Apr 29, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Brazilian striker Adriano is in talks over a possible move to Flamengo, Brazil's most popular club, his agent said on Wednesday.
Mexicans quizzed over swine flu safety measures (Apr 29, 2009 07:00 GMT)
CONMEBOL, the South American football confederation, have asked the Mexican football federation to explain what measures they will be taking to protect players visiting from overseas to play in Copa Libertadores matches in the swine flu-affected coun
San Luis scrape into last 16 with late goal (Apr 29, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Mexican side San Luis scraped into the last 16 of the Libertadores Cup by scoring an injury-time goal to beat Paraguayan champions Libertad 2-0 away.
Man Utd's Asia tour begins in KL in July (Apr 29, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Manchester United will open their high-profile summer tour of Asia against a Malaysian Select XI in Kuala Lumpur on Saturday, July 18.
Swine flu hits CONCACAF region schedule (Apr 28, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Growing fears over the outbreak of swine flu in Mexico have forced the cancellation of the remainder of the CONCACAF under-17 championship in Tijuana.
Flu fears force cancellation of Mexico games (Apr 28, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Growing fears over the outbreak of swine flu in Mexico have forced the cancellation of the remainder of the CONCACAF under-17 championship in Tijuana, the region's governing body said on their website.
Dasey: The race for supremacy (Apr 28, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Jason Dasey speaks to Sheikh Salman about the struggle for power in Asian football.
Mexico: America lose in deserted Azteca stadium (Apr 27, 2009 17:08 GMT)
America lost 2-1 at home to Tecos UAG in a deserted Azteca stadium as the arena, one of the world's most famous and imposing stadiums, was shut to the public on Sunday because of the swine flu outbreak.
Brazil: Ronaldo scores twice in Corinthians win (Apr 27, 2009 15:22 GMT)
Ronaldo scored twice, including one from an exquisite chip, to help Corinthians beat Santos 3-1 away in front of a frustrated Pele in the first leg of the Paulista championship final on Sunday.
Argentina: Keeper sent off after ball boy clash (Apr 27, 2009 15:21 GMT)
Gimnasia-Jujuy goalkeeper Gaston Pezzutti was sent off after an altercation with a ball boy during his team's 1-0 defeat at River Plate in the Argentina championship at the weekend.
Adriano agent denies reports of Flamengo move (Apr 27, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Adriano's agent Gilmar Rinaldi has denied reports his client is on the verge of signing with Flamengo despite the club's president confirming his interest.
Mexico flu shuts stadiums for weekend matches (Apr 25, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Two soccer matches in Mexico City will be played behind closed doors due to a deadly outbreak of a previously unknown strain of flu in the country, the Mexican Football Federation said on Friday.
Atletico Mineiro and Nautico claim Copa places (Apr 24, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Atletico Mineiro and Nautico claimed the final two places in the last 16 of the Copa do Brasil after overcoming Guaratingueta and Criciuma respectively.
River Plate crash out of Copa Libertadores (Apr 24, 2009 07:00 GMT)
River Plate saw their Copa Libertadores dream come to a painful end following a 4-2 defeat to Nacional.
FIFA overrules suspensions on five Asian countries (Apr 24, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Soccer's world governing body has overruled a decision by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) to suspend five countries, allowing them to vote in an upcoming election which could decide who runs the Asian game.
The week that was: Apr 17-Apr 23 (Apr 24, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Dominic Raynor on a week when Pepe lashed out in Madrid and Barca were banned from watching Nadal.
Copa do Brasi: Inter through to last 16 (Apr 23, 2009 15:31 GMT)
Internacional beat Guarani-SP 5-0 in Porto Alegre to complete a 7-1 aggregate win to advance to the last 16 of the Copa do Brasil.
Libertadores: Defensor secure late, late victory (Apr 23, 2009 15:26 GMT)
Alvaro Navarro's injury-time winner helped Defensor Sporting defeat Colombia's Independiente Medellin 4-3 to assure the Uruguayans of their place in the Copa Libertadores last 16.
Liverpool line up Asian tour (Apr 22, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Liverpool will play two pre-season friendlies in south-east Asia this summer.
Libertadores: Champions on verge of elimination (Apr 22, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Brazil's Palmeiras defeated defending Copa Libertadores champions Liga Deportiva Universitaria 2-0 to leave the Ecuadorians on the verge of elimination.
Simeone takes over at struggling San Lorenzo (Apr 22, 2009 03:32 GMT)
Former Argentina captain Diego Simeone took over as coach of struggling San Lorenzo on Tuesday with the aim of reviving both his new team and his own career.
Carter: ACL facing uphill struggle against Europe (Apr 21, 2009 07:00 GMT)
The Asian Champions League will always struggle to compete with its big brother, says Jon Carter.
Rajagopal handed Malaysia coaching job (Apr 21, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Malaysia have appointed local coach K. Rajagopal as boss of their struggling national team, local media has reported.
Ronaldo on target again as Corinthians reach finals (Apr 20, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Ronaldo was on fine form as Corinthians defeated Sao Paulo 2-0 to book their place in the Campeonato Paulista finals.
Argentine game postponed due to absent referee (Apr 20, 2009 07:00 GMT)
An Argentine third division game was called off on Sunday because nobody told the referee he had been to selected to take charge, officials and media reports said.
Colo Colo take the honours in Chilean derby game (Apr 20, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Lucas Barrios scored twice in the first half as Colo Colo took the honours in Chile's top derby after beating second-placed Universidad de Chile 3-1 at the Estadio Nacional.
Guadalajara beat America in Mexican Clausura (Apr 20, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Sergio Amaury Ponce scored the only as Guadalajara beat bitter rivals America 1-0 in the Mexican Clausura.
Argentine Superclasico ends in stalemate (Apr 19, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Neither Boca Juniors nor River Plate broke into the Clausura's top two after the Superclasico between the two Buenos Aires teams ended 1-1.
Dasey: Jets' matt finish in Asia (Apr 17, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Jason Dasey talks to Newcastle Jets captain Matt Thompson ahead of their ACL clash.
Copa Libertadores qualification taking shape (Apr 17, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Colombia's Boyaca Chico and Deportivo Tachira of Venezuela boosted their qualification hopes in the Copa Libertadores with wins in the latest round of matches.
Mexico's Guadalajara change coach yet again (Apr 17, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Guadalajara named Francisco Ramirez as their new coach on Thursday, the second change at Mexico's most popular club in a fortnight.
The week that was: Apr 09-Apr 16 (Apr 17, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Phil Holland on a week featuring a non-retiring Fergie, a life saving linesman, over sleeping and a bullfight.
Guadalajara sack coach ahead of Superclasico (Apr 16, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Guadalajara have sacked coach Omar Arellano just days before the Clausura clash with bitter rivals America.
Ex-River boss Simeone to manage San Lorenzo (Apr 16, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Former Argentina midfielder Diego Simeone will take over as San Lorenzo coach next week after the club confirmed an agreement has been reached.
Vasco da Gama reach last 16 of Copa do Brasil (Apr 16, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Vasco da Gama made their way into the last 16 of the Copa do Brasil without the need of a second leg with a 3-0 win over Central from Cararu.
Bin Hammam responds in FIFA election row (Apr 16, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Asian Football Confederation president Mohamed bin Hammam has questioned the motives of those behind a move to oust him from his position on the FIFA executive committee as the battle for the role grows increasingly tense.
Palmeiras held by 10-man Sport, Gremio qualify (Apr 16, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Palmeiras were in danger of an early Libertadores Cup exit on Wednesday after being held 1-1 at home by Sport Recife, who had a player sent off for a goal celebration before halftime.
Libertadores: Figueroa penalty seals Caracas win (Apr 15, 2009 15:32 GMT)
Dario Figueroa's second half penalty sent Venezuela's Caracas to the top of Group Six in the Copa Libertadores after edging out Chile's Everton 1-0.
Premachandran: Brothers gonna work it out? (Apr 14, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Dileep Premachandran reports as India's I-League approaches a historic conclusion.
Sao Paulo keeper Ceni breaks ankle in training (Apr 14, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Sao Paulo goalkeeper Rogerio Ceni has been ruled out for four months after breaking his ankle in training.
Brazilian coach punches referee after relegation (Apr 13, 2009 07:00 GMT)
A Brazilian soccer coach pushed a player from the opposing team and then punched the referee on the chin on the day his team were relegated.
Cabanas hat-trick rescues point for America (Apr 13, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Paraguay striker Salvador Cabanas scored a hat-trick to rescue a point for America in their 3-3 draw with lowly Indios Juarez in the Mexican championship on Sunday.
More insults for hapless losers San Lorenzo (Apr 13, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Velez Sarsfield went top of the Argentine championship on Sunday by winning 1-0 at coachless San Lorenzo, who were insulted by their fans throughout the game.
Argentina: Lanus rocked by Argentinos Juniors (Apr 11, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Argentine championship leaders Lanus slumped to a 2-1 defeat away to bottom-of-the-table Argentinos Juniors on Friday.
San Lorenzo "traitors" abused by fans (Apr 11, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Angry fans branded San Lorenzo players "mercenaries" and "traitors" on their return to Buenos Aires on Friday following their elimination from the Libertadores Cup.
Malaysian club hit with season-long home ban (Apr 10, 2009 17:10 GMT)
Malaysian soccer club Kelantan have been given an unprecedented season-long home ban by the Malaysian Football Association (FAM), following fan violence at their Kota Baru stadium.
Iraq line up matches with Poland and Egypt (Apr 10, 2009 17:09 GMT)
Asian champions Iraq will face Poland and Egypt in newly-appointed coach Bora Milutinovic's first games in charge.
Libertadores: Boca keep up 100% record (Apr 10, 2009 17:04 GMT)
Argentinian side Boca Juniors became the only team in the Copa Libertadores with a perfect record as they beat Guarani 3-1 for their fourth win in four games.
The week that was: Apr 03-Apr 09 (Apr 10, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Dominic Raynor on a week when Adriano declared that reports of his death had been greatly exaggerated.
Troubled Adriano taking a break from football (Apr 9, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Inter Milan and Brazil striker Adriano has announced in a press conference he is taking a break from football.
Libertadores: Cruzeiro thrashed after traffic woe (Apr 9, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Estudiantes crushed Cruzeiro 4-0 in the Libertadores Cup on Wednesday after the Brazilians arrived late for the match due to traffic problems.
River draw leaves them in Copa danger (Apr 8, 2009 07:00 GMT)
River Plate were held 0-0 at home in the Libertadores Cup on Tuesday by a Nacional side that one of their players said was not good enough to play in the competition.
Holland: Hands up who wants less money? (Apr 8, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Phil Holland on Gattuso's call for a pay-cut, Sven's latest pay-out and a unique stadium in Qatar.
Dasey: Bin Hamman vows to fight (Apr 7, 2009 17:33 GMT)
Jason Dasey speaks to Mohamed Bin Hammam as he looks to hold on to the presidency of Asian football.
Agent insists Adriano will return next week (Apr 7, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Troubled Inter Milan striker Adriano will not return to Italy until next week, according to the player's agent.
Four-goal Sand keeps Lanus top in Argentina (Apr 6, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Striker Jose Sand scored four goals to lead Lanus to a 5-1 win over Independiente on Sunday that kept them top of the Argentine championship.
Internacional win fourth successive 'Gre-nal' derby (Apr 6, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Internacional claimed their fourth successive win over arch-rivals Gremio by winning the so-called 'Gre-nal' match, one of Brazil's most fiercely-contested derbies, 2-1 on Sunday.
Player injured as team bus pelted in Colombia (Apr 6, 2009 07:00 GMT)
A player was injured and taken to hospital when rival fans pelted Columbian soccer club Deportivo Cali's bus with missiles as it arrived at the stadium for a match against Millonarios on Sunday, players and officials said.
Record fine as China crack down on violence (Apr 3, 2009 07:00 GMT)
China midfielder Cui Peng has been slapped with a record fine and a five-match ban for elbowing an opponent during a domestic league match, in accordance with the country's new "zero tolerance" policy towards on-pitch violence.
The week that was: Mar 27-Apr 03 (Apr 3, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Dominic Raynor on a week when Diego Maradona was "stabbed in the heart" and fan power forced Christian Vieri to quit Serie A.
Ronaldo on target again in Corinthians' easy win (Apr 1, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Ronaldo was on target again as Corinthians cruised to a 3-0 win over Ituano in the Paulista championship on Tuesday.
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Flamengo say Adriano will play for them (Apr 30, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Flamengo have reached an agreement to sign troubled striker Adriano, less than a month after the former Inter Milan player said he had lost his appetite for the game.
Man United's Park anticipates S.Korea homecoming (Apr 30, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Park Ji-sung cannot wait to star in front of his adoring Korean public for Manchester United.
Ronaldo injury not serious, claim Corinthians (Apr 30, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Corinthians coach Mano Menezes has announced Ronaldo will be fit to play next Sunday against Santos in the Sao Paulo state tournament final second leg.
Copa do Brasil: Inter on verge of quarter-final spot (Apr 30, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Internacional took a big step towards the Copa do Brasil quarter-finals as they beat Nautico 3-0 in Recife.
Striker Adriano in talks over Flamengo switch (Apr 29, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Brazilian striker Adriano is in talks over a possible move to Flamengo, Brazil's most popular club, his agent said on Wednesday.
Mexicans quizzed over swine flu safety measures (Apr 29, 2009 07:00 GMT)
CONMEBOL, the South American football confederation, have asked the Mexican football federation to explain what measures they will be taking to protect players visiting from overseas to play in Copa Libertadores matches in the swine flu-affected coun
San Luis scrape into last 16 with late goal (Apr 29, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Mexican side San Luis scraped into the last 16 of the Libertadores Cup by scoring an injury-time goal to beat Paraguayan champions Libertad 2-0 away.
Man Utd's Asia tour begins in KL in July (Apr 29, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Manchester United will open their high-profile summer tour of Asia against a Malaysian Select XI in Kuala Lumpur on Saturday, July 18.
Swine flu hits CONCACAF region schedule (Apr 28, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Growing fears over the outbreak of swine flu in Mexico have forced the cancellation of the remainder of the CONCACAF under-17 championship in Tijuana.
Flu fears force cancellation of Mexico games (Apr 28, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Growing fears over the outbreak of swine flu in Mexico have forced the cancellation of the remainder of the CONCACAF under-17 championship in Tijuana, the region's governing body said on their website.
Dasey: The race for supremacy (Apr 28, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Jason Dasey speaks to Sheikh Salman about the struggle for power in Asian football.
Mexico: America lose in deserted Azteca stadium (Apr 27, 2009 17:08 GMT)
America lost 2-1 at home to Tecos UAG in a deserted Azteca stadium as the arena, one of the world's most famous and imposing stadiums, was shut to the public on Sunday because of the swine flu outbreak.
Brazil: Ronaldo scores twice in Corinthians win (Apr 27, 2009 15:22 GMT)
Ronaldo scored twice, including one from an exquisite chip, to help Corinthians beat Santos 3-1 away in front of a frustrated Pele in the first leg of the Paulista championship final on Sunday.
Argentina: Keeper sent off after ball boy clash (Apr 27, 2009 15:21 GMT)
Gimnasia-Jujuy goalkeeper Gaston Pezzutti was sent off after an altercation with a ball boy during his team's 1-0 defeat at River Plate in the Argentina championship at the weekend.
Adriano agent denies reports of Flamengo move (Apr 27, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Adriano's agent Gilmar Rinaldi has denied reports his client is on the verge of signing with Flamengo despite the club's president confirming his interest.
Mexico flu shuts stadiums for weekend matches (Apr 25, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Two soccer matches in Mexico City will be played behind closed doors due to a deadly outbreak of a previously unknown strain of flu in the country, the Mexican Football Federation said on Friday.
Atletico Mineiro and Nautico claim Copa places (Apr 24, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Atletico Mineiro and Nautico claimed the final two places in the last 16 of the Copa do Brasil after overcoming Guaratingueta and Criciuma respectively.
River Plate crash out of Copa Libertadores (Apr 24, 2009 07:00 GMT)
River Plate saw their Copa Libertadores dream come to a painful end following a 4-2 defeat to Nacional.
FIFA overrules suspensions on five Asian countries (Apr 24, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Soccer's world governing body has overruled a decision by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) to suspend five countries, allowing them to vote in an upcoming election which could decide who runs the Asian game.
The week that was: Apr 17-Apr 23 (Apr 24, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Dominic Raynor on a week when Pepe lashed out in Madrid and Barca were banned from watching Nadal.
Copa do Brasi: Inter through to last 16 (Apr 23, 2009 15:31 GMT)
Internacional beat Guarani-SP 5-0 in Porto Alegre to complete a 7-1 aggregate win to advance to the last 16 of the Copa do Brasil.
Libertadores: Defensor secure late, late victory (Apr 23, 2009 15:26 GMT)
Alvaro Navarro's injury-time winner helped Defensor Sporting defeat Colombia's Independiente Medellin 4-3 to assure the Uruguayans of their place in the Copa Libertadores last 16.
Liverpool line up Asian tour (Apr 22, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Liverpool will play two pre-season friendlies in south-east Asia this summer.
Libertadores: Champions on verge of elimination (Apr 22, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Brazil's Palmeiras defeated defending Copa Libertadores champions Liga Deportiva Universitaria 2-0 to leave the Ecuadorians on the verge of elimination.
Simeone takes over at struggling San Lorenzo (Apr 22, 2009 03:32 GMT)
Former Argentina captain Diego Simeone took over as coach of struggling San Lorenzo on Tuesday with the aim of reviving both his new team and his own career.
Carter: ACL facing uphill struggle against Europe (Apr 21, 2009 07:00 GMT)
The Asian Champions League will always struggle to compete with its big brother, says Jon Carter.
Rajagopal handed Malaysia coaching job (Apr 21, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Malaysia have appointed local coach K. Rajagopal as boss of their struggling national team, local media has reported.
Ronaldo on target again as Corinthians reach finals (Apr 20, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Ronaldo was on fine form as Corinthians defeated Sao Paulo 2-0 to book their place in the Campeonato Paulista finals.
Argentine game postponed due to absent referee (Apr 20, 2009 07:00 GMT)
An Argentine third division game was called off on Sunday because nobody told the referee he had been to selected to take charge, officials and media reports said.
Colo Colo take the honours in Chilean derby game (Apr 20, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Lucas Barrios scored twice in the first half as Colo Colo took the honours in Chile's top derby after beating second-placed Universidad de Chile 3-1 at the Estadio Nacional.
Guadalajara beat America in Mexican Clausura (Apr 20, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Sergio Amaury Ponce scored the only as Guadalajara beat bitter rivals America 1-0 in the Mexican Clausura.
Argentine Superclasico ends in stalemate (Apr 19, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Neither Boca Juniors nor River Plate broke into the Clausura's top two after the Superclasico between the two Buenos Aires teams ended 1-1.
Dasey: Jets' matt finish in Asia (Apr 17, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Jason Dasey talks to Newcastle Jets captain Matt Thompson ahead of their ACL clash.
Copa Libertadores qualification taking shape (Apr 17, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Colombia's Boyaca Chico and Deportivo Tachira of Venezuela boosted their qualification hopes in the Copa Libertadores with wins in the latest round of matches.
Mexico's Guadalajara change coach yet again (Apr 17, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Guadalajara named Francisco Ramirez as their new coach on Thursday, the second change at Mexico's most popular club in a fortnight.
The week that was: Apr 09-Apr 16 (Apr 17, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Phil Holland on a week featuring a non-retiring Fergie, a life saving linesman, over sleeping and a bullfight.
Guadalajara sack coach ahead of Superclasico (Apr 16, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Guadalajara have sacked coach Omar Arellano just days before the Clausura clash with bitter rivals America.
Ex-River boss Simeone to manage San Lorenzo (Apr 16, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Former Argentina midfielder Diego Simeone will take over as San Lorenzo coach next week after the club confirmed an agreement has been reached.
Vasco da Gama reach last 16 of Copa do Brasil (Apr 16, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Vasco da Gama made their way into the last 16 of the Copa do Brasil without the need of a second leg with a 3-0 win over Central from Cararu.
Bin Hammam responds in FIFA election row (Apr 16, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Asian Football Confederation president Mohamed bin Hammam has questioned the motives of those behind a move to oust him from his position on the FIFA executive committee as the battle for the role grows increasingly tense.
Palmeiras held by 10-man Sport, Gremio qualify (Apr 16, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Palmeiras were in danger of an early Libertadores Cup exit on Wednesday after being held 1-1 at home by Sport Recife, who had a player sent off for a goal celebration before halftime.
Libertadores: Figueroa penalty seals Caracas win (Apr 15, 2009 15:32 GMT)
Dario Figueroa's second half penalty sent Venezuela's Caracas to the top of Group Six in the Copa Libertadores after edging out Chile's Everton 1-0.
Premachandran: Brothers gonna work it out? (Apr 14, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Dileep Premachandran reports as India's I-League approaches a historic conclusion.
Sao Paulo keeper Ceni breaks ankle in training (Apr 14, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Sao Paulo goalkeeper Rogerio Ceni has been ruled out for four months after breaking his ankle in training.
Brazilian coach punches referee after relegation (Apr 13, 2009 07:00 GMT)
A Brazilian soccer coach pushed a player from the opposing team and then punched the referee on the chin on the day his team were relegated.
Cabanas hat-trick rescues point for America (Apr 13, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Paraguay striker Salvador Cabanas scored a hat-trick to rescue a point for America in their 3-3 draw with lowly Indios Juarez in the Mexican championship on Sunday.
More insults for hapless losers San Lorenzo (Apr 13, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Velez Sarsfield went top of the Argentine championship on Sunday by winning 1-0 at coachless San Lorenzo, who were insulted by their fans throughout the game.
Argentina: Lanus rocked by Argentinos Juniors (Apr 11, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Argentine championship leaders Lanus slumped to a 2-1 defeat away to bottom-of-the-table Argentinos Juniors on Friday.
San Lorenzo "traitors" abused by fans (Apr 11, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Angry fans branded San Lorenzo players "mercenaries" and "traitors" on their return to Buenos Aires on Friday following their elimination from the Libertadores Cup.
Malaysian club hit with season-long home ban (Apr 10, 2009 17:10 GMT)
Malaysian soccer club Kelantan have been given an unprecedented season-long home ban by the Malaysian Football Association (FAM), following fan violence at their Kota Baru stadium.
Iraq line up matches with Poland and Egypt (Apr 10, 2009 17:09 GMT)
Asian champions Iraq will face Poland and Egypt in newly-appointed coach Bora Milutinovic's first games in charge.
Libertadores: Boca keep up 100% record (Apr 10, 2009 17:04 GMT)
Argentinian side Boca Juniors became the only team in the Copa Libertadores with a perfect record as they beat Guarani 3-1 for their fourth win in four games.
The week that was: Apr 03-Apr 09 (Apr 10, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Dominic Raynor on a week when Adriano declared that reports of his death had been greatly exaggerated.
Troubled Adriano taking a break from football (Apr 9, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Inter Milan and Brazil striker Adriano has announced in a press conference he is taking a break from football.
Libertadores: Cruzeiro thrashed after traffic woe (Apr 9, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Estudiantes crushed Cruzeiro 4-0 in the Libertadores Cup on Wednesday after the Brazilians arrived late for the match due to traffic problems.
River draw leaves them in Copa danger (Apr 8, 2009 07:00 GMT)
River Plate were held 0-0 at home in the Libertadores Cup on Tuesday by a Nacional side that one of their players said was not good enough to play in the competition.
Holland: Hands up who wants less money? (Apr 8, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Phil Holland on Gattuso's call for a pay-cut, Sven's latest pay-out and a unique stadium in Qatar.
Dasey: Bin Hamman vows to fight (Apr 7, 2009 17:33 GMT)
Jason Dasey speaks to Mohamed Bin Hammam as he looks to hold on to the presidency of Asian football.
Agent insists Adriano will return next week (Apr 7, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Troubled Inter Milan striker Adriano will not return to Italy until next week, according to the player's agent.
Four-goal Sand keeps Lanus top in Argentina (Apr 6, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Striker Jose Sand scored four goals to lead Lanus to a 5-1 win over Independiente on Sunday that kept them top of the Argentine championship.
Internacional win fourth successive 'Gre-nal' derby (Apr 6, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Internacional claimed their fourth successive win over arch-rivals Gremio by winning the so-called 'Gre-nal' match, one of Brazil's most fiercely-contested derbies, 2-1 on Sunday.
Player injured as team bus pelted in Colombia (Apr 6, 2009 07:00 GMT)
A player was injured and taken to hospital when rival fans pelted Columbian soccer club Deportivo Cali's bus with missiles as it arrived at the stadium for a match against Millonarios on Sunday, players and officials said.
Record fine as China crack down on violence (Apr 3, 2009 07:00 GMT)
China midfielder Cui Peng has been slapped with a record fine and a five-match ban for elbowing an opponent during a domestic league match, in accordance with the country's new "zero tolerance" policy towards on-pitch violence.
The week that was: Mar 27-Apr 03 (Apr 3, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Dominic Raynor on a week when Diego Maradona was "stabbed in the heart" and fan power forced Christian Vieri to quit Serie A.
Ronaldo on target again in Corinthians' easy win (Apr 1, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Ronaldo was on target again as Corinthians cruised to a 3-0 win over Ituano in the Paulista championship on Tuesday.
