Primera A

Barcelona Independiente del Valle's chances of finishing top of the Ecuadorian Primera A took a hit as Barcelona closed in on Sunday.

Manta New Manta coach Armando Osma could not alter their fortunes, as they suffered a 1-0 loss to Ecuadorian Primera A leaders Mushuc Runa.

Chapecoense were hit by tragedy but were crowned Copa Sudamericana champions due to Atletico Nacional's gesture, earning them recognition.

According to his agent, Marlos Moreno will join Deportivo La Coruna on loan after sealing a move from Atletico Nacional to Manchester City.

Lionel Messi The Argentinian Football Association (AFA) is in a state of disarray, and the retirement of star forward Lionel Messi adds to their trouble.

Marlos Moreno has signed a five-year deal at Manchester City, who he will not immediately join after being loaned to Deportivo La Coruna.

Santa Fe Santa Fe came from behind to claim pole position in the Colombia Primera A Clausura final, knocking off Medellin 2-1 in the first leg.

Santa Fe Santa Fe held off a late charge by Medellin to claim the Colombian Primera A Clausura championship on Sunday.

Emelec Arch rivals Barcelona and Emelec are in the box seat to win the Ecuadorian Primera A after Independiente del Valle lost again.

Emelec Emelec defeated LDU Loja 2-0 on Wednesday to move within two points of Ecuadorian Primera A leaders Independiente del Valle.