New football champions in Latin America

The football championships in several Latin American countries have drawn to a close.

In Argentina, River Plate won its third consecutive title, ending with a one point lead.

Vasco da Gama became the Brazilian champions despite only drawing their final game.

In Colombia, America of Cali scooped the title with a 2-0 win over Atletico Bucaramanga.

The Chilean championship, which was twice halted by a players strike, was won by Colo Colo.

Olimpia of Paraguay won their championship and Bolivar clinched the Bolivian title.

From the newsroom of the BBC World Service