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Young Roos Tour Bolivia

Young Roos Tour Bolivia

THE Joeys will depart tomorrow (Wed) for an altitude research tour of Bolivia prior to World Cup qualifiers next month, with the trip partly funded by Qatar's Aspire Academy. 14 Aug 2012
Aguero Spares Hosts' Blushes

Aguero Spares Hosts' Blushes

BOLIVIA served up an early surprise in the opening match of the 2011 Copa America as they held hosts Argentina to a hard-fought 1-1 draw in La Plata. 2 Jul 2011
Fifa Charge Six In Match-Fixing Investigation

Fifa Charge Six In Match-Fixing Investigation

FIFA have brought charges against six match officials involved in alleged match-fixing at an international friendly exhibition tournament. 11 Mar 2011
FIFA to Probe Friendly Matches

FIFA to Probe Friendly Matches

FIFA have confirmed they have opened an investigation into last Wednesday's international friendly double-header in Antalya after heavy betting was discovered following the award of seven penalties in the two games. 15 Feb 2011
Copa Clash Abandoned After Fan Attack

Copa Clash Abandoned After Fan Attack

A Copa Sudamericana match in Bolivia had to be abandoned midway through the second half after a player was assaulted by a supporter. 12 Aug 2009
Argentina Inquest Centres on Altitude

Argentina Inquest Centres on Altitude

LIONEL Messi has blamed Argentina's stunning 6-1 hammering by Bolivia on the high altitude in La Paz. 3 Apr 2009
Bolivia Were Better Says Maradona

Bolivia Were Better Says Maradona

ARGENTINA coach Diego Maradona refused to blame high altitude for his side's historic 6-1 defeat at the hands of Bolivia, admitting instead that his team were simply outplayed. 2 Apr 2009
Bolivia Thrash Argentina

Bolivia Thrash Argentina

Joaquin Botero netted a hat-trick to help Bolivia hammer Argentina 6-1 and keep their slim 2010 World Cup hopes alive. 2 Apr 2009
Uruguay Raise Safety Concerns

Uruguay Raise Safety Concerns

THE Uruguayan Football Association has voiced concerns over the safety of its players ahead of their visit to La Paz to play a World Cup qualifier against Bolivia next Tuesday. 9 Oct 2008
Robinho Admits Sloppy Brazil Were Below Par

Robinho Admits Sloppy Brazil Were Below Par

Manchester City forward Robinho conceded the goalless draw against Bolivia in Rio de Janeiro on Wednesday was one of the worst performances by Brazil in recent years. 11 Sep 2008
Bolivia Given Stadium Go-Ahead

Bolivia Given Stadium Go-Ahead

FIFA have given Bolivia the green light to play their two upcoming World Cup qualifiers at the Estadio Hernando Siles after temporarily cancelling the ban on high-altitude matches. 28 May 2008
Bolivia Blasts FIFA Altitude Move

Bolivia Blasts FIFA Altitude Move

Bolivian president Evo Morales has accused FIFA of "issuing the death penalty to the universality of football" after their decision to allocate time for teams to adapt to altitude for games played at higher than 2,500 metres above sea level. 16 Jan 2008
Bolivia Boss Unhappy At Altitude Ruling

Bolivia Boss Unhappy At Altitude Ruling

Bolivian Football Federation president Carlos Chavez has hit out at FIFA following the decision of football's governing body to retain altitude limits for certain international matches. 28 Jun 2007
Bolivia Spoil Venezuela Party

Bolivia Spoil Venezuela Party

Bolivia twice came from behind to gatecrash Venezuela's opening celebrations at the Copa America as the hosts were held to an exciting 2-2 draw in their opening Group A game. 27 Jun 2007
Bolivia President Slams FIFA

Bolivia President Slams FIFA

Bolivia president Evo Morales has accused FIFA of discriminating against certain nations after introducing a ban on international matches played at an altitude higher than 2,500m above sea level. 8 Jun 2007