Independiente del Valle teach Torrent harsh Copa Libertadores lesson
It's being described as "one of the biggest disgraces that Flamengo have been through." So where to next for new Mengao boss Dome Torrent?
Copa Lib champion Flamengo suffer 5-0 upset
"I know that this is the worst Flamengo result [ever at Copa Libertadores], " said coach Domenec Torrent, the former NYCFC manager.
Boca beat Libertad amid COVID-19 concerns as Copa Libertadores resumes
The Copa Libertadores returned amid concerns over the COVID-19 pandemic as Libertad controverisally played host to Argentine giants Boca Juniors.
Coach uses WhatsApp to guide Libertadores win
Estudiantes Merida's Argentinian coach Martin Brignani managed his team's 3-2 home win over Alianza Lima on Wednesday via WhatsApp.
Copa Libertadores resumes with coronavirus still in play
The Copa Libertadores returns to action this week, with a number of protocols in place to ensure that COVID-19 doesn't derail the competition again.
Boca isolates squad after COVID-19 'outbreak'
Boca Juniors have isolated their entire squad after coronavirus testing revealed an "outbreak" of COVID-19, the club confirmed on Monday.
Copa restart in the hands of Argentina and Uruguay
It's crunch time for this year's Copa Libertadores, with the governments of Argentina and Uruguay to decide on a proposal from CONMEBOL on Tuesday.
CONMEBOL not letting coronavirus slow down return to club games
Despite numerous challenges, CONMEBOL wants South American clubs to return to action, in large part to keep its continental competition on track.
Flamengo's new hire Torrent has the 'Pep pedigree' -- but must win quickly
A fabled assistant under Pep Guardiola, Domenec Torrent knows that Flamengo offer him a fast track to glory -- and the risk of being derailed.
Copa Libertadores to restart in September
The Copa Libertadores will restart on Sept. 15 after being suspended for almost six months due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Jorge Jesus leaves Flamengo for Benfica job
Coach Jorge Jesus is leaving Brazilian champions Flamengo to return to his native Portugal for a second spell in charge of Benfica.
CONMEBOL had no choice but to bow to coronavirus realities
In a continent still dealing with the new normal of the coronavirus, CONMEBOL had no choice but to kick the can down the road for major events.
Soccer's post-coronavirus transfer market could spell tough times for South American clubs
As the appetite for football to restart in South America grows, clubs must consider a future in which they cannot rely on selling stars to Europe.
How will CONMEBOL fit everything into football's coronavirus-hit calendar?
Football's calendar is being upended by the coronavirus, but that hasn't stopped officials in South America from insisting on playing on as planned.
Tevez wage cut remark sparks anger, forgets struggle of many South American footballers
Carlos Tevez's assumption that players can temporarily survive without wages was not only misguided but also rings largely untrue in South America.
CONMEBOL offers financial help to top South American clubs
Clubs in the Copa Libertadores and Copa Sudamericana have been offered an advance of up to 60% of their prize money so they can stay solvent.
Flamengo boss says he has positive virus test
Flamengo coach Jorge Jesus has tested positive for coronavirus and is under quarantine in Rio de Janeiro while doctors perform a second test.
Chile's Copa Libertadores controversy an example of fixture chaos
A season derailed, sparking debate over relegation, promotion and continental places? This is exactly what happened last season in Chile.
After Gremio vs. Internacional, the games where red cards were like confetti
Football matches often know how to descend into farce with red cards galore. And when they do, all hell breaks loose.
Eight sent off as Gremio and Internacional get heated in Porto Alegre derby
Gremio vs Internacional: 15 minutes of extraordinary madness and a free-for-all on the field that resulted no goals but eight red cards.
Copa Libertadores: Flamengo back to defend their title
Flamengo lost the 2019 FIFA Club World Cup final to Liverpool 1-0 in extra time. Can they or another South American team go one better in 2020?
Flamengo's Recopa win over Independiente a stepping stone to more glory
Flamengo beat Independiente del Valle to seal the Recopa and yet more silverware, but they already have eyes on bigger prizes.
Flamengo's new-look defence will determine club's Recopa, Copa Libertadores fates
Flamengo are favourites in the second leg of the Recopa vs. Independiente del Valle, but their young centre-backs will best tested at the Marcana.
Sources: CONMEBOL threaten ban over FIFA 20
South American football's governing body Conmebol have threatened a continental ban to any team who don't release their rights to EA Sports.
Flamengo, Independiente del Valle get Copa Libertadores preview in Recopa
Flamengo and Independiente del Valle square off in the Recopa, but that contest won't be their focus -- their meeting in the Copa Libertadores will.
Lib Ladder
| COPA LIBERTADORES - GROUP A | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Independiente del Valle | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | +11 | 9 |
| Flamengo | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 6 |
| Atlético Junior | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -3 | 3 |
| Barcelona SC | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -7 | 0 |
| COPA LIBERTADORES - GROUP B | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Palmeiras | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | +5 | 9 |
| Guaranà | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +3 | 6 |
| BolÃvar | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -1 | 3 |
| Tigre | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -7 | 0 |
| COPA LIBERTADORES - GROUP C | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Athletico-PR | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +1 | 6 |
| Colo Colo | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| Wilstermann | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| Peñarol | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -1 | 3 |
| COPA LIBERTADORES - GROUP D | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Liga de Quito | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +1 | 6 |
| River Plate | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | +5 | 4 |
| São Paulo | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | +2 | 4 |
| Deportivo Binacional | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -8 | 3 |
| COPA LIBERTADORES - GROUP E | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Internacional | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +4 | 7 |
| Grêmio | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| América de Cali | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 3 |
| Universidad Católica | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 3 |
| COPA LIBERTADORES - GROUP F | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Nacional | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | +3 | 9 |
| Racing Club | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +1 | 6 |
| Estudiantes de Mérida | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -1 | 3 |
| Alianza Lima | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -3 | 0 |
| COPA LIBERTADORES - GROUP G | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Santos | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +2 | 7 |
| Olimpia | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +1 | 5 |
| Defensa y Justicia | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | +1 | 3 |
| DelfÃn | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -4 | 1 |
| COPA LIBERTADORES - GROUP H | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Boca Juniors | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +5 | 7 |
| Libertad | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| Caracas FC | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Independiente MedellÃn | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -5 | 0 |