Over in South America, Argentina are struggling without the inspiration of their captain Lionel Messi. The five-time world football player of the year is out injured and his absence would be all too apparent as the Albiceleste lost 1-0 to Paraguay in a world cup qualifier on a goal from Derlis Gonzalez in the 18th minute.

Argentina have now dropped seven points in three successive matches without Messi to sit fifth inthe group. Brazil are now top after a 2-0 win over Venezuela. Uruguay were held to a 2-2 draw at Colombia. And Copa America holders Chile, who had not won in three games, produced a 2-1 victory over arch-rivals Peru, while Bolivia drew 2-2 with Ecuador .