Uruguay coach Marcelo Bielsa hits out at Copa America organizers, says it ‘has not been professional’
5 months, 1 week ago

Uruguay coach Marcelo Bielsa hits out at Copa America organizers, says it ‘has not been professional’

New York Times  

Uruguay head coach Marcelo Bielsa lashed out against Copa America organizers on Friday, saying the tournament “has not been professional” as he criticized the security and pitch conditions in the United States. GO DEEPER How Uruguay vs Colombia descended into chaos - and the questions raised by the ugly scenes When asked ahead of Uruguay’s third-place playoff against Canada — which will take place back at the Bank of America Stadium on Saturday night — whether he feared his players would face sanctions, Bielsa, 68, became visibly upset. Darwin Nunez is consoled on the pitch after ugly scenes followed Uruguay’s exit “The only thing I can tell you is that the players reacted like any other human being would,” he said. When we talk, CONMEBOL says we talk too much.” Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni also criticized the turf after his side’s opening night win over Canada in Atlanta, Georgia, saying the Mercedes-Benz Stadium pitch was “not good for spectacle” and “not up to standard for these players”.

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FIFA aims for the perfect pitch at 2026 World Cup following fields called a disaster at Copa America
3 months, 3 weeks ago

FIFA aims for the perfect pitch at 2026 World Cup following fields called a disaster at Copa America

The Hindu  

The 2026 World Cup is coming to North America with an ambitious plan, expanding the field by 50% and spreading the football spectacle over 16 cities in three countries with multiple climates and elevations. When the World Cup begins in less than two years with 48 teams playing 104 matches in the U.S., Mexico and Canada, no one wants pitch …

Argentina win record 16th Copa America in match marred by crowd chaos
5 months, 1 week ago

Argentina win record 16th Copa America in match marred by crowd chaos

Al Jazeera  

Argentina beat Colombia 1-0 in extra time as the play was delayed by more than an hour with fans trying to storm the Hard Rock Stadium. Argentina have lifted their 16th Copa America title, with their biggest star Lionel Messi likely bidding farewell to international football. Argentina’s latest title, their 16th Copa win, comes on the back of their triumphs …

Argentina beats Colombia 1-0 in Copa America final after crowd control issues cause match delay
5 months, 1 week ago

Argentina beats Colombia 1-0 in Copa America final after crowd control issues cause match delay

Associated Press  

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Argentina defeated Colombia 1-0 in the Copa America final Sunday evening in a match that was delayed more than an hour because of crowd issues, including fans breaching security gates. Video posted on social media showed fans, mostly wearing Colombia’s yellow and red colors, jumping over security railings near the southwest entrance of the stadium and …

Argentina vs Colombia, Copa America 2024 final tactical preview: Where the match could be won or lost
5 months, 1 week ago

Argentina vs Colombia, Copa America 2024 final tactical preview: Where the match could be won or lost

The Hindu  

It all began at this stage. Category Argentina stats Colombia stats Passes per sequence 4.3 3.3 Direct speed 0.97 1.28 Average possession 66.6% 57.3% Possession stats while ahead 50.7% 51.9% Pass percentage under high press 80.7% 78.3% Data courtesy: Opta Both sides have resorted to aggressive counter-pressing throughout the tournament. From an attacking perspective, it has enabled Argentina and Colombia …

Argentina vs Colombia LIVE score, ARG 1-0 COL, streaming info, Copa America 2024 final: When and where to watch Lionel Messi, Preview
5 months, 1 week ago

Argentina vs Colombia LIVE score, ARG 1-0 COL, streaming info, Copa America 2024 final: When and where to watch Lionel Messi, Preview

The Hindu  

LIVE UPDATES PREVIEW Lionel Messi is one win from leading Argentina to a record 16th Copa America title. It’ll happen Sunday night at Hard Rock Stadium, which hosted two group stage matches and will be the site of seven games during the 2026 World Cup. FOLLOW: LIVE updates from Copa America final between Argentina vs Colombia Ahead of the match, …

Colombia, Argentina concerned about safety at Copa America final after semifinal brawl
5 months, 1 week ago

Colombia, Argentina concerned about safety at Copa America final after semifinal brawl

Associated Press  

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Argentina and Colombia expressed safety worries ahead of Sunday night’s Copa America final, days after Uruguay’s Darwin Núñez and a handful of his teammates went into the stands amid a brawl following a semifinal loss to Colombia. “I’m concerned about what could happen tomorrow,” Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said through an interpreter, speaking in a news …

Canada vs Uruguay, Copa America 2024: Predicted lineups, team news, formations for CAN v URU third place match
5 months, 1 week ago

Canada vs Uruguay, Copa America 2024: Predicted lineups, team news, formations for CAN v URU third place match

The Hindu  

Uruguay will be hoping to leave the Copa America 2024 with some silverware when it faces a spirited Canada in the third place match on Saturday at the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina. Canada head coach Jesse Marsch will continue to not have midfielder Tajon Buchanan available for selection after the player went through a surgery for …

Uruguay coach Bielsa defends players after Copa America brawl
5 months, 1 week ago

Uruguay coach Bielsa defends players after Copa America brawl

The Hindu  

Uruguay coach Marcelo Bielsa on Friday defended his players involved in a clash with Colombian fans after Wednesday’s Copa America semifinal, saying “anyone would have reacted like that” to protect their families. WATCH: Scenes turn ugly after Copa America 2024 semifinal as Uruguay players fight with Colombian fans “The players reacted as any human being would have done if they …

Uruguay vs Colombia: CONMEBOL Open Probe Into Violent Clashes at End of Copa Semi-final
5 months, 1 week ago

Uruguay vs Colombia: CONMEBOL Open Probe Into Violent Clashes at End of Copa Semi-final

News 18  

Copa America organisers CONMEBOL have opened a disciplinary investigation into the “acts of violence” at the end of Wednesday’s semi-final between Uruguay and Colombia in Charlotte. Uruguay’s Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez was among the players who waded into the stands at the Bank of America Stadium and exchanged punches with fans during what CONMEBOL called “unacceptable” scenes. Uruguay central defender …

Copa America 2024: CONMEBOL opens investigation into Colombia vs Uruguay semifinal brawl
5 months, 1 week ago

Copa America 2024: CONMEBOL opens investigation into Colombia vs Uruguay semifinal brawl

The Hindu  

CONMEBOL has opened an investigation after Uruguay players clashed with Colombian fans at the end of their Copa America semifinal match on Wednesday, the South American football governing body said. After Colombia sealed a 1-0 victory in Charlotte, North Carolina, videos on social media showed what appeared to be Uruguay players climbing into the stands and exchanging blows with opposition …

The Take: What does Copa America tell us about football in the US?
5 months, 1 week ago

The Take: What does Copa America tell us about football in the US?

Al Jazeera  

With the loss of host countries, US and Mexico, Argentina and Colombia are headed to the final on July 14. The Copa America was supposed to be a dress rehearsal for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. But sacked coaches, a brawl, and an early exit for the United States threaten to overshadow the Lionel Messi mania ahead of the final …

Colombia vs Uruguay, Copa America brawl: Luis Suárez supports teammates' decision to enter stands
5 months, 1 week ago

Colombia vs Uruguay, Copa America brawl: Luis Suárez supports teammates' decision to enter stands

India TV News  

Luis Suárez has come out in support of his Uruguay teammates who stormed into the stands after the 1-0 loss at the hands of Colombia by saying that it was an act needed to defend their families and kids. Uruguay forward Darwin Núñez went into the stands and threw punches at the Colombian fans before the Charlotte Mecklenburg Police restored …

Uruguay players defend decision to enter crowd to protect families amid Copa America brawl
5 months, 1 week ago

Uruguay players defend decision to enter crowd to protect families amid Copa America brawl

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Uruguay striker Luis Suárez defended his teammates’ decision to enter the stands following a 1-0 loss to Colombia in the Copa America semifinals, saying the action was necessary to defend families and supporters. “Obviously when one has your woman, your little child, your father, elderly people you want to go and see if they’re OK,” Suárez said. …

Copa America 2024: CONMEBOL Releases Official Statement On Violence During Colombia Vs Uruguay Match
5 months, 1 week ago

Copa America 2024: CONMEBOL Releases Official Statement On Violence During Colombia Vs Uruguay Match

ABP News  

Copa America 2024: The CONMEBOL has announced that the apex body for football operations of South America condems any sort of violence and that, the body will take proper measures to make sure the fans ain attendance are able to attend a chaos-free event. En route to Miami 🇨🇴 pic.twitter.com/bgqkv2IqAL — CONMEBOL Copa América™️ ENG July 11, 2024 Not only …

Darwin Núñez, Uruguay teammates enter stands as fans fight after Copa America loss to Colombia
5 months, 1 week ago

Darwin Núñez, Uruguay teammates enter stands as fans fight after Copa America loss to Colombia

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Darwin Núñez and about a dozen Uruguay teammates went into the stands as fans brawled at Bank of America Stadium following a 1-0 loss to Colombia in a Copa America semifinal on Wednesday night. The crowd of 70,644 was about 90% in favor in Colombia, but a small patch of Uruguay fans fought with Colombia supporters as …

Colombia beats Uruguay 1-0 and will face Lionel Messi and Argentina in Copa America final
5 months, 1 week ago

Colombia beats Uruguay 1-0 and will face Lionel Messi and Argentina in Copa America final

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Colombia is headed to the Copa America championship game for the first time in 23 years after a contentious win over Uruguay in which it played the second half a man short and players brawled with fans in the stands following the final whistle. Despite Uruguay having 61.9% possession, Colombia held on to reach the championship for …

Uruguay footballers clash with Colombia fans after Copa America match
5 months, 1 week ago

Uruguay footballers clash with Colombia fans after Copa America match

Al Jazeera  

Uruguay captain Jose Maria Gimenez said his players were trying to defend their families from violent fans. Uruguay’s football players clashed with Colombia fans following their Copa America semifinal defeat, and security personnel had to step in to restore order. “I thought that the incident ended with some argument on the midfield and when I saw that happening I went …

Uruguay vs Colombia, Copa America 2024: Key battles to look out for in URU v COL semifinal
5 months, 1 week ago

Uruguay vs Colombia, Copa America 2024: Key battles to look out for in URU v COL semifinal

The Hindu  

Uruguay and Colombia play each other in a Copa America 2024 semifinal on Wednesday at the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina. Here are some key battles on the pitch that can significantly impact the outcome of this semifinal between Uruguay and Colombia: Guillermo Varela-Luis Diaz Right-back Guillermo Varela will mostly likely be thronged into action as a …

Uruguay vs Colombia LIVE stream info, Copa America 2024: Where, when to watch the URU v COL semfinal; Preview
5 months, 1 week ago

Uruguay vs Colombia LIVE stream info, Copa America 2024: Where, when to watch the URU v COL semfinal; Preview

The Hindu  

Uruguay will face Colombia in a South American blockbuster in the Copa America 2024 semifinal on Wednesday at the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina. PREVIEW Both sides have been flying high, starting from topping their respective groups with Uruguay getting all possible nine points and Colombia getting seven from three games. Bielsa’s Uruguay come into the match …

Uruguayan players go into stands to fight fans after Copa América match
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Uruguayan players go into stands to fight fans after Copa América match

LA Times  

Darwin Núñez and about a dozen Uruguay teammates went into the stands as fans brawled at Bank of America Stadium after a 1-0 loss to Colombia in a Copa América semifinal Wednesday night. The crowd of 70,644 was about 90% in favor in Colombia, but a small patch of Uruguay fans fought with Colombia supporters as beverages were thrown. About …

Copa America 2024: Smaller US grounds, poor quality of surface hamper tournament
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Copa America 2024: Smaller US grounds, poor quality of surface hamper tournament

The Hindu  

While two of the biggest international football tournaments, Euro 2024 and Copa America 2024, are being played simultaneously, it has sparked a war of words off the pitch. “In South America, football is not as advanced as in Europe, that’s why when you look at the last World Cups it’s always Europeans who win,” Mbappe said. In response, Argentina’s captain …

Uruguay vs Brazil highlights, URU 0-0 BRA, Copa America 2024: URU win 4-2 on penalties to reach semis
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Uruguay vs Brazil highlights, URU 0-0 BRA, Copa America 2024: URU win 4-2 on penalties to reach semis

The Hindu  

HIGHLIGHTS PREVIEW Joint-record time champion Uruguay will clash against Brazil in a Copa America 2024 quarterfinal match at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada on Saturday. FOLLOW: LIVE updates of the Copa America 2024 quarterfinal between Uruguay and Brazil Brazil’s teenage prodigy Endrick will replace Vinicius Jr, who is suspended for accumulating yellow cards. Brazil coach Dorival Junior added …

Copa America 2024: Who is the referee for Colombia vs Panama quarterfinal?
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Copa America 2024: Who is the referee for Colombia vs Panama quarterfinal?

The Hindu  

Colombia and Panama will play each other for a place in the Copa America 2024 semifinals on Saturday at the University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. Mariani is the only European referee at the 2024 Copa America and has been included as part of a cooperation agreement between CONMEBOL and UEFA, the football governing bodies in South America and …

Copa America 2024: Ecuador sacks Spanish coach Sanchez after quarterfinal exit
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Copa America 2024: Ecuador sacks Spanish coach Sanchez after quarterfinal exit

The Hindu  

Ecuador has sacked head coach Felix Sanchez in the wake of Thursday’s Copa America quarterfinal defeat by Argentina, the country’s football federation said. Ecuador reached the last eight for the third time in the last four editions but was knocked out by the defending champions in a penalty shootout after the match ended 1-1. The Spaniard, who guided Qatar to …

Argentina reaches Copa America semifinals, beating Ecuador 4-2 on penalty kicks after 1-1 draw
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Argentina reaches Copa America semifinals, beating Ecuador 4-2 on penalty kicks after 1-1 draw

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — Lionel Messi stepped up to take Argentina’s first penalty kick in a Copa America shootout against Ecuador, just like he did in the 2022 World Cup final victory over France. “I was pretty upset,” he said, “but at the same time I was secure.” He had confidence in goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez, who saved Argentina’s bid for a second …

Copa America 2024: Smooth sailing for Argentina, Uruguay emerges as credible challengers
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Copa America 2024: Smooth sailing for Argentina, Uruguay emerges as credible challengers

The Hindu  

The 48th edition of the Copa America began on June 14, with the United States hosting the tournament. Uruguay looking strong under Marcelo Bielsa Amidst all the hype surrounding Argentina, Marcelo Bielsa’s Uruguay has flexed its muscles, making a strong case for being favourites to clinch the title for a record 16th time in Copa America 2024. | Photo Credit: …

The Copa America quarterfinals will have plenty of intrigue, even if Lionel Messi can’t participate
5 months, 2 weeks ago

The Copa America quarterfinals will have plenty of intrigue, even if Lionel Messi can’t participate

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Lionel Messi’s leg injury was the only major obstacle that fell into Argentina’s path while it rolled through group play and into the Copa America quarterfinals. The 15-time Copa America champion Albiceleste are still the undeniable favorites in the Americas’ biggest soccer tournament when quarterfinal play gets underway, but the other 15-time Copa champs — Uruguay — …

Copa America 2024: Brazil reaches quarterfinals after 1-1 draw against Colombia
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Copa America 2024: Brazil reaches quarterfinals after 1-1 draw against Colombia

The Hindu  

Brazil played out an action-packed 1-1 draw with Colombia in California on Tuesday to set up a mouth-watering Copa America quarter-final against Uruguay. Daniel Munoz’s first-half strike for Colombia cancelled out an impressive early free kick from Brazil’s Raphinha. The match between Colombia, unbeaten since March 2022, and five-time World Cup winner Brazil lived up to its firecracker billing as …

Brazil vs Colombia, Copa America 2024: Predicted lineups; Formations; Team news ahead of BRA v COL Group D match
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Brazil vs Colombia, Copa America 2024: Predicted lineups; Formations; Team news ahead of BRA v COL Group D match

The Hindu  

Five-times World Cup champion Brazil and in-form Colombia meet in North California on Tuesday in a highly-anticipated Copa America clash with more than just the Group D lead on the line. FOLLOW: LIVE updates from the Brazil vs Colombia Group D match, Copa America 2024 With Brazil’s quarterfinal place not confirmed, Dorival Junior is expected to field a full-strength team. …

Copa America 2024: Host USA crashes out after loss to Uruguay
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Copa America 2024: Host USA crashes out after loss to Uruguay

The Hindu  

The United States was eliminated from the Copa America with a 1-0 loss to Uruguay on a Mathías Olivera’s questionable second-half goal on Monday night, a defeat that will increase pressure on the U.S. Soccer Federation to remove coach Gregg Berhalter before the 2026 World Cup. As it happened: USA vs Uruguay highlights, Copa America 2024 Using a lineup of …

Gregg Berhalter, U.S. Soccer in trouble after Copa América loss
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Gregg Berhalter, U.S. Soccer in trouble after Copa América loss

LA Times  

U.S. men’s national team coach Gregg Berhalter watches from the sideline during a Copa América group win over Bolivia on June 23. U.S. men’s soccer coach Gregg Berhalter shakes hands with goalkeeper Matt Turner after a 1-0 loss to Uruguay in Copa Amèrica group play Monday. “We will be conducting a comprehensive review of our performance in Copa América and …

Copa America 2024: Ecuador qualifies for quarterfinals with draw against Mexico
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Copa America 2024: Ecuador qualifies for quarterfinals with draw against Mexico

The Hindu  

Ecuador avoided a penalty shot in stoppage time after a review and earned a spot in the Copa America quarterfinals with a 0-0 draw against Mexico on Sunday night. AS IT HAPPENED: Mexico vs Ecuador Highlights, Copa America 2024 Mexico initially received a penalty kick from referee Mario Alberto Escobar Toca when Ecuador’s Félix Torres took down Mexican forward Guillermo …

U.S. eliminated from Copa América, jeopardizing Gregg Berhalter’s future as coach
5 months, 3 weeks ago

U.S. eliminated from Copa América, jeopardizing Gregg Berhalter’s future as coach

LA Times  

Uruguay midfielder Federico Valverde, left, is challenged by U.S. midfielder Gio Reyna during the United States’ 1-0 loss in Copa América group play Monday at Arrowhead Stadium. The United States was eliminated from the Copa América with a 1-0 loss to Uruguay on a Mathías Olivera‘s questionable second-half goal Monday night, a defeat that will increase pressure on the U.S. …

US prepared to face South American power Uruguay with its Copa America future hanging in the balance
5 months, 3 weeks ago

US prepared to face South American power Uruguay with its Copa America future hanging in the balance

Associated Press  

— The future of the U.S. in the Copa America tournament will be decided after 90 minutes against Uruguay on Monday night. “There can’t be more pressure on the outside than what we put on ourselves as staff and as players, and how we want to perform,” Berhalter said Sunday. And that’s what is motivating us.” Pulisic also does buy …

Uruguay’s coach, Marcelo Bielsa, is suspended for Copa America game against the United States
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Uruguay’s coach, Marcelo Bielsa, is suspended for Copa America game against the United States

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Uruguay coach Marcelo Bielsa has been suspended by South American soccer’s governing body for coming out late for the second half of the first two Copa America matches and will miss his team’s game against the United States on Monday. The Confederation of South American Football said Sunday that Bielsa broke tournament rules and it fined the …

Copa America: Inefficient Brazil Held to a 0-0 Draw by Determined Costa Rica
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Copa America: Inefficient Brazil Held to a 0-0 Draw by Determined Costa Rica

The Quint  

There was a lot of criticism for the team heading into the tournament and the draw marked a frustrating start for Brazil's new generation, spearheaded by young talents Vinicius Junior and Rodrygo. Refereeing decisions also added to the frustration, with questionable calls going against Brazil throughout the match. Despite being the underdogs with the youngest squad in the tournament, Los …

Copa America 2024: Brazil opens campaign with goalless draw against Costa Rica in Group D match
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Copa America 2024: Brazil opens campaign with goalless draw against Costa Rica in Group D match

The Hindu  

Brazil was held to a 0-0 draw by Costa Rica on Monday night, with the international powerhouse inauspiciously failing to break through offensively in its Copa America opener. Although Brazil controlled play and outshot Costa Rica 18-2, the Selecao were held scoreless by a defence led by goalkeeper Patrick Sequeira, who made three saves while recording his fourth consecutive clean …

BRA vs CRC, Copa America 2024: A fresh start for Brazil after period of turmoil
5 months, 4 weeks ago

BRA vs CRC, Copa America 2024: A fresh start for Brazil after period of turmoil

The Hindu  

Brazil opens its 2024 Copa America campaign against Costa Rica on Monday in Los Angeles with a whole new look almost from top to bottom, with Real Madrid’s rising star Vinicius Jr leading a group that was waiting for an opportunity for a fresh start. After a heartbreaking shootout defeat by Croatia in the World Cup quarterfinals at Qatar 2022, …

Copa America 2024: Who is the referee for the USA vs Bolivia Group C match?
6 months ago

Copa America 2024: Who is the referee for the USA vs Bolivia Group C match?

The Hindu  

Copa America 2024 host nation, the United States of America will kick-off its campaign in a Group C match against Bolivia at the AT&T Stadium in Texas on Sunday. FOLLOW: LIVE updates from the USA vs Bolivia, Copa America Group C match Mariani is the only European referee at the 2024 Copa America and has been included as part of …

Messi and Argentina overcome Canada and poor surface, start Copa America title defense with 2-0 win
6 months ago

Messi and Argentina overcome Canada and poor surface, start Copa America title defense with 2-0 win

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Lionel Messi’s passing brilliance got Argentina off to a winning start in the defense of its Copa America title, overcoming Canada and a poor playing surface at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. “It’s been a long time since we’ve done this,” Messi said through a translator, “but we had patience to retain possession of the ball and it was hard to …

Copa America Group C guide: Bielsaball for Uruguay, USMNT’s new-look midfield and Panama’s possession
6 months ago

Copa America Group C guide: Bielsaball for Uruguay, USMNT’s new-look midfield and Panama’s possession

New York Times  

Welcome to The Athletic’s tactical group guides for the Copa America. GO DEEPER Copa America 2024 squads: All 26-man selections from the 16 competing nations Uruguay Manager: Marcelo Bielsa Captain: Jose Maria Gimenez World Cup qualifying: P6 W4 D1 L1 GF13 GA5 2022 World Cup: Group Stages Most caps in squad: Luis Suarez Top scorer in squad: Luis Suarez How …

A look at the teams in the Copa America
6 months, 1 week ago

A look at the teams in the Copa America

Associated Press  

A capsule look at each team in the 2024 Copa America: GROUP A Argentina Best Finish: titles in 1921, 1925, 1927, 1929, 1937, 1941, 1945, 1946, 1947, 1955, 1959, 1991, 1993, and 2021. ___ Peru Best finish: titles in 1939 and 1975 Coach: Jorge Fossati Key players: Pedro Gallese, Luis Advíncula, Gianluca Lapadula WHAT TO KNOW: Fossati became Peru coach …

Copa America will feature its first female referees and assistants
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Copa America will feature its first female referees and assistants

Associated Press  

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina — Female match officials were appointed to work the Copa America for the first time on Friday. Both will be supported by assistants Neuza Back of Brazil, Mary Blanco of Colombia, Migdalia Rodríguez of Venezuela, and Brooke Mayo and Kathryn Nesbitt of the U.S. Nicaragua’s Tatiana Guzmán was designated as a video review official. “It is a …

New coach Marcelo Bielsa says Uruguay can dream of return to greatness
1 year, 7 months ago

New coach Marcelo Bielsa says Uruguay can dream of return to greatness

Firstpost  

Uruguay have sufficient quality to allows them to dream of success, iconic new coach Marcelo Bielsa said on Wednesday as he was officially presented to the press. Bielsa’s long-expected signature had created great excitement in Uruguay over the past month, following an underwhelming group stage exit at last year’s World Cup in Qatar, after which Diego Alonso did not renew …

Bielsa set to become Uruguay coach on deal through 2026 World Cup
1 year, 7 months ago

Bielsa set to become Uruguay coach on deal through 2026 World Cup

The Hindu  

Marcelo Bielsa has agreed to become coach of Uruguay’s national team, an executive of the country’s football association said on Thursday. Jorge Casales, a member of the executive committee of the Uruguayan football association, told The Associated Press that the former Leeds manager will sign a contract through the 2026 World Cup. Uruguay was knocked out in the group stage …

Brazil, Argentina, CONMEBOL blamed for chaos by health agency
3 years, 3 months ago

Brazil, Argentina, CONMEBOL blamed for chaos by health agency

The Hindu  

Brazil's health agency Anvisa blames the Brazilian and Argentinian football federations and South American football body CONMEBOL for the chaos that halted Sunday's World Cup qualifying match between the archrivals. The match was interrupted after seven minutes when an Anvisa agent and a policeman walked on to the pitch at NeoQuimica Arena to remove four Argentina players who the agency …

Health agency blames Brazil, Argentina, CONMEBOL for chaos
3 years, 3 months ago

Health agency blames Brazil, Argentina, CONMEBOL for chaos

Associated Press  

SAO PAULO — Brazil’s health agency Anvisa blames the Brazilian and Argentinian soccer federations and South American soccer body CONMEBOL for the chaos that halted Sunday’s World Cup qualifying match between the archrivals. The match was interrupted after seven minutes when an Anvisa agent and a policeman walked on to the pitch at NeoQuimica Arena to remove four Argentina players …

Brazil Coach Tite Criticises Copa America Organisation over Hurried Change of Hosts
3 years, 5 months ago

Brazil Coach Tite Criticises Copa America Organisation over Hurried Change of Hosts

News 18  

Brazil coach Tite hit out at the South American Football Confederation on Saturday, criticising the organisation and singling out the president just moments after Brazil lost in the final to Argentina. Brazil’s far-right president Jair Bolsonaro stepped in and agreed to host all 28 games but planning was hurried and, Tite said, problematic for the teams and players involved. “I …

Copa America 2021 Semi-final: Nicolas Otamendi Shares Celebratory Snippets from Dressing Room after Argentina's Win over Colombia
3 years, 5 months ago

Copa America 2021 Semi-final: Nicolas Otamendi Shares Celebratory Snippets from Dressing Room after Argentina's Win over Colombia

News 18  

Argentina will renew hostilities with old rivals Brazil in the summit clash of the 2021 Copa America after defeating Colombia on penalties on Wednesday. With the win, the La Albiceleste were over the moon, meanwhile Argentine defender Nicolas Otamendi shared snippets to show the exuberant atmosphere in the dressing room. Watch it here: View this post on Instagram A post …

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