2d
Grading Argentina, Brazil and South America's World Cup hopefuls
At the midpoint of FIFA World Cup qualifiers in South America, it's time to give each team a letter grade from A to F based on their performances so far.
Messi nets hat trick, says games 'can be my last'
Lionel Messi turned in another vintage performance for Argentina, scoring three goals and adding two assists in a runaway win over Bolivia in World Cup qualifying on Tuesday night.
Raphinha brace carries Brazil to 4-0 WCQ win
Raphinha converted a penalty in each half to guide an improved Brazil to a 4-0 home win over Peru in South American World Cup qualifiers on Tuesday.
Messi nets hat trick as Argentina steamroll Bolivia
Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick and had a hand in two more goals as Argentina crushed Bolivia 6-0 in South American qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup on Tuesday.
FIFPro, Europe's big leagues vs. FIFA: The battle over soccer's calendar explained
FIFPro and Europe's top leagues have announced legal action against FIFA over soccer's packed schedule. Here's what you need to know.
2026 World Cup: How nations from around the world can qualify
The race for the 2026 World Cup has begun in earnest. Here's how it's looking around the globe.
Sources: Neymar in line for shock injury return
Brazil forward Neymar has made significant improvement on his knee recovery and could be fit to play on Oct. 21, sources told ESPN Brasil on Monday.
Uruguay FA boss backs Bielsa in Suárez dispute
Uruguayan Football Federation president Ignacio Alonso pledged his full support to Marcelo Bielsa despite confirming the declarations made by Luis Suárez over the problematic working conditions imposed by the head coach.
Brazil score late for needed WC qualifying win
Lacklustre Brazil pulled off a last-gasp 2-1 away victory over Chile in the South American World Cup qualifiers on Thursday thanks to a goal by substitute Luiz Henrique scored in the 89th minute.
Messi: Soaked pitch led to 'ugly' Venezuela draw
Lionel Messi blamed the conditions of the pitch Estadio Monumental de Maturín for Argentina's "ugly' 1-1 draw against Venezuela on Thursday night in their first World Cup qualifier of the October international window.
Argentina held by Venezuela on rain-soaked pitch
Argentina were held to a 1-1 draw against Venezuela on Thursday in Lionel Messi's return to international duty in the South America's World Cup qualifiers.
Colombia accuse Bolivia of spying ahead of WCQ
Colombia national team head coach Nestor Lorenzo has accused Bolivia of spying on his side ahead of the 2026 World Cup qualifying match on Thursday at Municipal Stadium El Alto.
Hurricane could hamper Argentina's travel plans
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni expressed concern on Tuesday over his team's ability to travel for their World Cup qualifying match against Venezuela on Oct. 10 in Maturín, Venezuela.
Messi trains with Argentina amid hurricane watch
Lionel Messi has re-joined the Argentina squad in training in Miami as the team remain aware of Hurricane Milton.