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Brazilian goalkeeper convicted of murder

Brazilian goalkeeper convicted of murder

Former Flamengo captain Bruno Fernandes has been handed a 22-year prison sentence for ordering the murder of his ex-girlfriend. 9 Mar 2013
'Fat' Ronaldo: Real silenced Ferguson

'Fat' Ronaldo: Real silenced Ferguson

Real Madrid legend Ronaldo has hit back at comments made by Sir Alex Ferguson, claiming his former side have 'shut his mouth for me'. 8 Mar 2013
Scolari: Neymar should have gone to Barca

Scolari: Neymar should have gone to Barca

Brazil coach Luiz Felipe Scolari says Neymar should have joined Barcelona two years ago, but should stay at Santos for now. 7 Mar 2013
Kaka back for Brazil, Ronaldinho cut

Kaka back for Brazil, Ronaldinho cut

Brazil have named their squad for friendlies against Italy and Russia, with Real Madrid's Kaka recalled for both matches. 6 Mar 2013
Pavon compares the two 'Ronnies'

Pavon compares the two 'Ronnies'

Former Real Madrid defender Paco Pavon says Cristiano Ronaldo is a more complete player than Brazil legend Ronaldo. 4 Mar 2013
Barca await Neymar move

Barca await Neymar move

Barcelona vice-president Josep Bartomeu says the club are ready to make a move for Neymar once Brazilian is ready to leave Santos. 27 Feb 2013
Bayern rule out move for Neymar

Bayern rule out move for Neymar

Bayern Munich president Uli Hoeness has ruled out the signing of Brazilian starlet Neymar. 23 Feb 2013
Work stops at Rio's Maracana stadium

Work stops at Rio's Maracana stadium

Work has halted at the renovations of Rio de Janeiro's Maracana stadium with workers threatening a strike if demands are not met. 21 Feb 2013
Hulk: I joined Zenit for money

Hulk: I joined Zenit for money

Brazil star Hulk has revealed money was a significant factor in his move to Zenit St Petersburg. 14 Feb 2013
Santos insists future is at Arsenal

Santos insists future is at Arsenal

Arsenal left-back Andre Santos believes his future still lies with the Premier League club after joining Brazilian side Gremio on loan. 13 Feb 2013
Santos 'excited' by Gremio move

Santos 'excited' by Gremio move

Arsenal left-back Andre Santos says he is relishing the prospect of joining Gremio on loan. 12 Feb 2013
Alves: Neymar must make up his own mind

Alves: Neymar must make up his own mind

Barcelona defender Dani Alves said the ball is in Neymar's court over a possible move to the Catalan side. 9 Feb 2013
Neymar hints at Bayern move

Neymar hints at Bayern move

Santos striker Neymar says he can imagine playing for Bayern Munich in the future. 8 Feb 2013
Cahill lauds Wilshere class

Cahill lauds Wilshere class

England defender Gary Cahill believes Jack Wilshere will not be affected by the hype surrounding his return to international football. 8 Feb 2013
Luiz confident of World Cup success

Luiz confident of World Cup success

Chelsea defender David Luiz is 'sure' Brazil will win the World Cup in their homeland in 2014, despite Wednesday's defeat to England. 8 Feb 2013
England two good for Brazil

England two good for Brazil

England recorded their first win over Brazil since 1990 with an assured 2-1 victory in a friendly at Wembley on Wednesday. 7 Feb 2013
Scolari 'hurt' at missed England job

Scolari 'hurt' at missed England job

Brazil coach Luiz Felipe Scolari has revealed his regret at not taking the England manager's job in 2006. 7 Feb 2013
Neymar impressed by Scolari knowledge

Neymar impressed by Scolari knowledge

BRAZIL forward Neymar has hailed the impact of new coach Luiz Felipe Scolari ahead of Wednesday's friendly with England. 5 Feb 2013
Carrick, Sturridge to miss Brazil

Carrick, Sturridge to miss Brazil

Michael Carrick and Daniel Sturridge have joined Jermaine Defoe in withdrawing from England's squad for Wednesday's friendly with Brazil. 4 Feb 2013
Neymar: Leaving for free not an option

Neymar: Leaving for free not an option

Santos star Neymar insists he will not leave the Brazil Serie A club for free once his contract expires in 2014. 2 Feb 2013
Neymar could remain in Brazil, insists Alvaro

Neymar could remain in Brazil, insists Alvaro

Santos chairman Luis Alvaro says talks are underway with Neymar regarding a new deal which would keep him at the club beyond 2014. 26 Jan 2013