Brazil returned to winning form in the South American 2026 World Cup qualifiers with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Ecuador on Friday, thanks to a first-half strike by Real Madrid forward Rodrygo. After three consecutive defeats, the five-time World Cup champions did just enough to secure the much-needed three points, lifting them to fourth place […]
Real Madrid’s centre-back, Eder Militao, has withdrawn from Brazil’s squad for the upcoming South American World Cup qualifiers against Ecuador and Paraguay after suffering a leg injury. The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) confirmed on Thursday that the 26-year-old defender experienced muscle pain in his right thigh during training. Subsequent medical examinations revealed a small muscle […]
Manchester United star Antony has been exonerated of domestic violence charges in Brazil. The Sao Paulo police announced on Monday that they would not indict the 24-year-old winger following an extensive investigation into allegations made by his ex-girlfriend, Gabriela Cavallin. Cavallin filed a police report against Antony in June 2023, accusing him of insults, threats, […]
Emma Hayes has solidified her reputation as one of the top coaches in women’s football by guiding the United States to Olympic gold in her first tournament at the helm. The 47-year-old Englishwoman took charge of the US team less than three months ago, transforming them into champions. The decisive moment came from Mallory Swanson, […]
The 2024 Olympics in France got off to a disappointing start for African representatives Nigeria and Zambia, as they lost to Brazil and the USA, respectively, in their opening women’s football matches. Nigeria’s Super Falcons fell 1-0 to Brazil at the Stade de Bordeaux, with Gabi Nunes’ first-half strike proving decisive. Despite a spirited performance, […]
In a surprising turn of events at the Copa América quarter-finals, Uruguay managed to secure a victory against Brazil, despite facing significant challenges. The match, which ended in a penalty shootout, has raised eyebrows and prompted cautious analysis from observers. Coach Marcelo Bielsa, known for his typically aggressive tactical approach, found himself in the unusual […]
Remember Marta? The goal-scoring machine who’s been tearing up soccer fields since before TikTok was even a twinkle in a developer’s eye? Well, guess what? She’s back, baby! And she’s ready to make the Paris Olympics her personal playground! At the ripe young age of 38 (because let’s face it, 38 is the new 28 […]
With the knockout stages of the Copa América looming, Brazil faces Colombia in a crucial clash on Tuesday. Both teams have already secured their passage to the quarter-finals, but top spot in Group D hangs in the balance. Brazil coach Dorival Jr acknowledges the challenge posed by Colombia, praising them as “one of the best […]
In a dazzling display of footballing fireworks, Vinicius Junior lit up the Copa America stage, leaving Paraguay’s defense in tatters and Brazil’s coach, Dorival Junior, grinning from ear to ear. The Real Madrid speedster, who had been as quiet as a church mouse in Brazil’s opener against Costa Rica, roared back to life with a […]
Brazil football legend Ronaldinho has refused to support the national team at the upcoming Copa América. The former star cited a decline in quality that he finds alarming and feels sorry for their fans. Ronaldinho, who won the trophy with Brazil in 1999 and the World Cup in 2002, lamented what he perceives as a […]
