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/ 13 days ago

Madrid great Pepe turns down Brazil return, and with good cause

Real Madrid legend Pepe has made headlines this summer by rejecting an offer to return to Brazil with Serie A side, Vasco da Gama. The 41-year-old former Real Madrid star, who recently concluded a successful five-year stint with Porto, is currently a free agent. As he weighs his options for the next chapter of his […]

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/ 17 days ago

Facial recognition software captures Brazil crime boss at game

During Sunday's Palmeiras game against Bahia in the Brasileirão, facial recognition software at the stadium worked wonders. Cameras spotted a wanted crime boss who was looking to watch the game. With the facial recognition software pointing out Rogério Barbosa da Silva Gois, police in the stadium were able to apprehend the leader of a criminal […]

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/ 29 days ago

Atlanta's second-highest exit: Almada set for Europe via Botafogo

Thiago Almada, the 23-year-old Argentine attacking midfielder, has become a focal point in the transfer market in Europe following his impressive stint at Atlanta United and his participation in Argentina's World Cup-winning squad in 2022. The buzz around Almada hasn't only attracted the attention of clubs across South America but also of prestigious European teams. […]

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/ 49 days ago

Liverpool look to Alisson's backup to replace Saudi-bound star

Jurgen Klopp, Liverpool's most successful manager, left the club emotionally, starting a summer of change. The Reds said goodbye to the German, who led the club to unprecedented success after a 30-year hiatus. Focusing on refreshing the squad, the team will surely see several player transitions, including potential high-profile departures and new acquisitions. After the […]

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/ 61 days ago

Coutinho’s Villa exit looms as heartwarming move advances

The end of Philippe Coutinho's tenure at Aston Villa seems imminent. Thus, he may make a triumphant return to Vasco da Gama, the club he played for as a youngster. Villa have a contract with the Brazilian playmaker until 2026. However, he is allegedly trying to get out of it early since he isn't in […]

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/ 69 days ago

Chelsea agree $71 million deal for starlet Estêvão

Chelsea recently reached a verbal agreement with Brazilian giants Palmeiras, with the English side set to pay $71 million for starlet Estêvão. Estêvão, who turned 17 just a month ago, has been heralded as one of the best talents in the world. The deal includes an initial $37 million transfer fee along with roughly $34 […]

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/ 71 days ago

Liverpool's US owners look to Brazil in move that affects Everton

In a bold move to expand their influence in the global sports arena, owners of Liverpool are reportedly considering acquiring a significant stake in Brazilian side Vasco da Gama. Globo Esporte reports that this potential acquisition aims to diversify Fenway Sports Group (FSG)’s sports portfolio. Future talent that is a good fit for Liverpool is […]

TV

/ 90 days ago

Fanatiz secures 2024 Brasileirao broadcasting rights deal

Fanatiz has officially confirmed that they will broadcast Brasileirao matches during the 2024 season in the United States and Canada. The current campaign of the Brazilian top flight previously began back on April 13th. However, league officials were apparently not too concerned about having their games in overseas markets. As a result, the league started […]

TV

/ 98 days ago

Coverage of Brasileirao games in USA is in flux

For viewers in the United States, coverage of the 2024 season of the Brasileirao is in flux due to several issues caused by the league. Despite the season having launched on April 13, the issues have still been unresolved, sources informed World Soccer Talk. Through the end of the 2023 season, US-based streaming service Fanatiz […]

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/ 114 days ago

Brazilian clubs sue US owner over match-fixing comments

Following John Textor accusing Brazil of match-fixing, the Brazilian club Palmeiras proceeded to submit a complaint against the American tycoon. In a statement, the 58-year-old accused reigning champion Palmeiras of benefiting from a match-fixing system. His Eagle Football manages Botafogo, a top-flight Brazilian team. "I'm sorry [this] is going to create a lot of noise, […]

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/ 116 days ago

Neymar affirms commitment to play for Santos next year

Neymar has spoken in the past about his desire to return to Brazil and play for Santos, the club he developed with as a youth talent. Having made frequent appearances to watch Santos this season while he nurses an injury, the Brazilian is now rearing to feature for Santos. Ahead of Santos' first-leg game against […]

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/ 122 days ago

Flamengo star striker suspended in doping fraud case

Flamengo striker Gabriel "Gabigol" Barbosa has been suspended following a doping investigation in Brazil. Soccer authorities in the South American nation narrowly voted to implement the penalty in the doping fraud case. Brazil's Anti-Doping Sports Court of Justice elected to ban Gabigol from playing professionally in a 5-4 vote. The case surrounds a surprise drug […]

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/ 140 days ago

Botafogo owner Textor has audio of Brazil referees talking bribes

Botafogo owner John Textor has continued his claims that corruption is rampant in the Brasileirão. This is not the first time the American investor has made claims about the issue. Textor previously went on a scathing rant on live television regarding the problem back in November. The club's owner was left fuming following Botafogo's 4-3 […]

Brasileiro League

/ 165 days ago

Brazil grapples with two rival groups wanting to form new league

Brazil is in a state of turmoil as two groups are competing to lead soccer in the South American nation to new heights. Across the top three divisions in Brazilian soccer, 60 teams are competing in the Brazilian pyramid. The Libra Project has agreements with 19 of those clubs to pool their media rights into […]

Brasileiro League

/ 166 days ago

Saudi stay or Europe? Club president reveals Neymar's future

In the wake of Neymar's knee injury recovery, Santos, a club in Brazil, are planning to re-sign him. Before signing with Barcelona in 2013, Neymar became famous during his debut season at Santos. That is where he first gained fame. With the Brazilian great in the lineup for 142 games, he scored 73 goals and […]