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Chile confirm Rueda as new coach

Chile have confirmed the appointment of former Colombia boss Reinaldo Rueda as their new coach on a deal through the 2022 World Cup.

Rueda takes charge of Chile after the departure of Juan Antonio Pizzi, who left after failing to lead the nation to Russia 2018.

The 60-year-old's appointment was confirmed on Monday, with his deal running until the end of qualifying for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar and immediately renewable if Chile reach the showpiece event.

"We took the necessary time to find the best coach for our team," Chilean National Football Association (ANFP) president Arturo Salah said in a statement.