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Why European friendlies are crucial for Brazil and other South American teams
Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador and others are relishing the friendlies against European nations, who consistently knock out South Americans in the World Cup.
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Major kit drop! Rating every Copa América and Euro 2024 jersey released by Adidas
Ahead of a jam-packed summer of soccer with both the 2024 Euros and Copa América, we rate the team kits for each tournament unveiled by Adidas.
Peru
Soccer
Jury awards Peru's Polo wife $600K in abuse suit
Génessis Alarcón, the estranged wife of Peru international midfielder Andy Polo, was awarded $600,000 in damages after a jury found the former Portland Timbers player liable for assault and battery.
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USMNT prospect Kochen signs with Barça to '28
United States youth international goalkeeper Diego Kochen has agreed a long-term contract with Barcelona that will tie him to the club until 2028.
Soccer
Copa America group-stage draw reaction, predictions, keys, more
The 2024 Copa America group stage is complete, and there's a lot to talk about, as holders Argentina are drawn against Peru and Chile while the USMNT get a tough group. Here are our predictions and group-by-group breakdowns.
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Venezuela condemn 'aggressions' by Peru police
The Venezuelan Football Federation (FVF) on Wednesday condemned the treatment of one of its national team's players by Peruvian police following a World Cup qualifier.
Lionel Messi
Soccer
Echegaray: Messi is still 'retiring players' with his skills
Luis Miguel Echegaray reacts to Lionel Messi's performance in Argentina's 2-0 win vs. Peru in the CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifiers.
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Lionel Messi
Soccer
Messi breaks WCQ scoring mark in Argentina win
Lionel Messi become the all-time top scorer in South American World Cup qualifying on Tuesday after netting both goals in Argentina's 2-0 win over Peru in Lima.
Lionel Messi
Soccer
Scaloni hints that Messi could play against Peru
Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni gives an update on Lionel Messi ahead of their World Cup qualifier against Peru.
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Soccer
CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers! What to look out for in South America
Luis Miguel Echegaray explains what to look out for in the CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers.
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FIFA World Cup Qualifying - CONMEBOL
Neymar: I'm offside, we can move on
Neymar and Richarlison speak on how VAR took seven minutes to check the Tottenham's star's goal before it was ruled out during Brazil's 1-0 win over Peru.
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Marquinhos
Soccer
Marquinhos earns Brazil late WCQ win over Peru
Brazil made it two wins from two in 2026 World Cup qualifying on Tuesday after a late goal from Marquinhos earned them a 1-0 win over Peru in Lima.
Soccer
Marquinhos: Richarlison must relax to end goal drought
Brazil's Marquinhos says striker Richarlison must relax in order to end his poor run of form in front of goal.
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FIFA World Cup Qualifying - CONMEBOL
South American World Cup qualifying: Can anyone catch Argentina?
With Leo Messi still leading the charge, can Argentina maintain their dominance? Tim Vickery delves into the challenges of each CONMEBOL nation as the journey to the 2026 World Cup begins.
Soccer
Friendlies prove that South America's World Cup race will be tight
Three CONMEBOL nations will miss out on the 2026 World Cup and results over the past few days have shown how competitive the qualifiers will be.
Soccer
Morocco held to goalless draw by Peru in Madrid
World Cup semifinalists Morocco were held to a 0-0 draw by Peru in a friendly at Atletico Madrid's Metropolitano Stadium on Tuesday.
Pedro Gallese
Soccer
Peru players, police clash before Madrid friendly
Peru players and Spanish police officers got into an altercation in front of the team's hotel in Madrid on Monday.
Soccer
Germany begin Euros rebuild with win over Peru
Germany forward Niclas Fullkrug scored twice to secure a 2-0 victory over Peru in a friendly on Saturday as the hosts launched their mission to reb
Byron Castillo
Soccer
Ecuador keep WC spot but get '26 point penalty
Ecuador will play at this year's World Cup after the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) said Byron Castillo was deemed an Ecuadorean national.
Hirving Lozano
Soccer
Mexico's 'Chucky' Lozano steps up vs. Peru to give El Tri pre-World Cup boost
Chants of "El Chu-cky Lo-za-no" were as loud as they've been heard in years as the winger's late goal helped Mexico forget their recent problems.
Hirving Lozano
Soccer
Lozano's late strike sees Mexico edge Peru
Mexico started their first of two World Cup sendoff friendlies with a 1-0 victory over Peru thanks to a late goal from Hirving "Chucky" Lozano.
Peru
Soccer
Tragedy, a winding road, and success at Cruz Azul brings Juan Reynoso back home to Peru
Juan Reynoso has had success at the club level. He returns to his native Peru to take on a big task as the national team coach.
Andy Polo
Soccer
Default judgment granted in Polo abuse suit
A default judgment has been granted to Génessis Alarcón, the estranged wife of former Portland Timbers midfielder Andy Polo.
FIFA World Cup Qualifying - AFC/CONMEBOL Playoff
Australia head to World Cup as Peru's run of punching above their weight ends
The Socceroos are off to Qatar, but it's hard to see where the Peruvian team goes from here.
Soccer
Australia qualifies for World Cup after edging Peru
— Australia qualified for a fifth straight World Cup after a 5-4 penalty shootout win over Peru in their intercontinental playoff on Monday.
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