WC Qualifying South-America

Alexis Sánchez Sánchez Alexis Sanchez is out of Chile's World Cup qualifier against Colombia with a muscle injury, but the Arsenal star could still face Uruguay.

Sergio Aguero Sergio Aguero has not been dropped despite poor form for Argentina, while captain Lionel Messi is back in contention after injury.

Edgardo Bauza Argentina are facing a battle to qualify for the World Cup, but Edgardo Bauza insists he is not worried about their chances.

Arturo Vidal Pardo Karl-Heinz Rummenigge has called on the Chile not to risk Bayern Munich star Arturo Vidal's health.

João de Souza Filho A staunch defence set the platform for Brazil's attacking stars to dazzle against Argentina in Belo Horizonte, said Inter defender Miranda.

Sergio Aguero Argentina's Javier Mascherano wants to turn around the slump that is damaging their Russia 2018 hopes after the 3-0 defeat to Brazil.

Radamel García Zárate Radamel Falcao felt a lack of patience hurt Colombia in their draw against Chile in World Cup qualifying.

Óscar Tabárez Uruguay overcame Ecuador 2-1 in Montevideo to remain second behind leaders Brazil in CONMEBOL World Cup qualifying.

Adenor Bacchi Philippe Coutinho, Neymar and Paulinho were on target as Brazil upstaged rivals Argentina 3-0 to stay top in CONMEBOL qualifying.

Lionel Messi Argentina's loss to Brazil has left the embattled South American giants without a win in four World Cup qualifying matches.