Uruguay footballer Izquierdo dies after collapsing during match

IMAGE: Uruguayan defender Juan Izquierdo collapsed on the pitch during Nacional's game against Brazilian side Sao Paulo on August 22. Photograps: Carla Carniel/Reuters South American football was......

World Cup Qualifier PIX: Brazil edge past Chile; Argentina held

Henrique's late strike rescues Brazil IMAGE: Igor Jesus celebrates scoring Brazil's first goal against Chile in the FIFA World Cup South American Qualifiers at Estadio Nacional, Santiago, Chile, on......

Dorival Junior to take over as Brazil coach

IMAGE: Dorival Junior was Brazil's preferred choice for the job after Italian coach Carlo Ancelotti chose to extend his contract with Real Madrid.. Photograph: Amanda Perobelli/Reuters Dorival......

Messi statue to stand next to Maradona, Pele

IMAGE: Lionel Messi, holding a replica of the World Cup trophy, stands next to a statue of himself during an event organized by CONMEBOL at their headquarters to pay tribute to the last FIFA World......

Why Brazil took nine forwards to the World Cup...

IMAGE: Richarlison celebrates with teammates after scoring Brazil's second goal during the FIFA World Cup Group G match against Serbia, at Lusail Stadium, Lusail, Qatar, on Thursday. Photograph:......