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A target for PSG and Tottenham, La Gazzetta believes Milan are in pole position in the race for the players signature, in a move that could see the end of Alexandre Pato’s time at the San Siro. The reported fee would be €30 million, a figure that would be unrejectable for Inter at the current […]
Neymar is determined this year to make free-kicks a speciality, having already achieved an outstanding success rate from the penalty spot. The striker has been practicising daily in order to become the team’s specialist dead-ball practician and add to his goal-tally. As for the hairstyle, in Brazil Neymar’s every move is examined by all areas […]
After controversy in 2009, when Neymar tumbled to the ground against Corinthians to win a penalty, Chicão was incensed by the starlet’s behaviour. Now, he is pleased with what he sees. “Neymar is much harder to mark now because he doesn’t fall to the floor,” said the Corinthians idol, who has been a symbol of […]
Having captained his country in the week, Thiago Silva returned to help steer Milan to a convincing victory over normally difficult opponents. The game saw Swedish superstar Zlatan Ibrahimovic star with a first-half hat-trick, before Thiago Silva rounded off the victory with a header in the second-period. At Milan since 2008, Thiago Silva has quickly […]
The 25-year-old’s superb 20-yard strike gave the Europa League holders the lead in the 7th minute, but Oscar Cardozo put Benfica back on level terms moments before half time. The Paraguayan international then scored again for the Aguias in the 48th minute, but the home side were caught out by Porto’s 64th minute counter-attack – […]
The former Sevilla striker picked up a muscle strain in his right thigh during the Tricolor’s 2-1 win against São Caetano one month ago. Fabiano has been light training since Monday, but Leão does not want to risk his top striker against XV de Piracicaba – who sit at the bottom of the Paulista table. […]
Gomes suffered a stroke during the Cruz de Malta’s Campeonato Brasileiro match against arch-rivals Flamengo last August. Since the 47-year-old’s health scare, his assistant Cristóvão Borges has been in charge of the first team. ”I will be back in June, no later than July and certainly at Vasco. I’m sure it will happen. I don’t […]
FIFA have made no secret that Brazil’s preparations are behind schedule, with stadiums, transport infrastructure and hotels for fans being their main concern. ”The big issue we have in Brazil is that not a lot is moving. I don’t understand why things are not moving,” Valcke said. ”In 2014 we will have a World Cup. […]
The Tricolor hold fond memories of their Argentine opponents, having knocked them out in the semi-finals of South America’s most prestigious football tournament in 2008. That year, Boca Juniors midfielder Riquelme sparked some controversy ahead of the fixture, claiming that he knew nothing about Fluminense. ”At the time Riquelme said he never heard of the […]
United have used the services of former-defender Jaap Stam to examine the player and have received glowing praise. A bid of £15 million would be enough to secure his services from cash-strapped Vasco. “Dede is absurdly talented and will certainly be one of Brazil’s centre-backs at the 2014 World Cup,” said opposition Fluminense manager […]
“Thiago has a contract until 2016, it is a long term deal. Because of this, it is difficult for another club to sign him,” said the Italian. Thiago Silva was voted the best Brazilian player in Europe for 2011, winning the Samba D’Or trophy, presented last month.
The 19-year-old starlet, who has long been linked with a move to the Nerazzurri, remains one of the most sought-after players in world football. A whole host of Europe’s top clubs such as Chelsea, Liverpool, Arsenal and Real Madrid are reportedly lining up for Lucas’ signature, but the Brazil international appears to have eyes for […]
Despite boasting the record of five FIFA World Cup’s, Brazil have surprisingly never won a gold medal at the Olympics, with the Seleção’s best achievement being a silver medal – which they’ve won twice, in 1984 & 1988. However, with players like Neymar, Ganso and Lucas Moura available to play at the games this summer, […]
Casemiro, who was linked with a move to Arsenal in the January transfer window, was one of the star performers in the Tricolor’s 3-0 win over Guarantinguetá on Thursday, and after the game, the 20-year-old admitted he was pleased with his display. ”I’m happy with my current form, but I can still improve,” the midfielder […]
The talented Brazilian international put the Tricolor ahead in the 41st minute dribbling past a Guaratinguetá defender with ease, and then coolly slotting his finish in to the back of the net. São Paulo’s lead was then doubled on the hour mark, thanks to Arsenal target Casemiro playing Willian José through on goal. The Brazil […]
Fluminense were the first of the Rio giants in action on Wednesday and it seems their Taça Guanabara triumph on Sunday may of caused a Taça Rio hangover as they suffered a 2-1 defeat to minnows Resende. A second-string Tricolor side found themselves trailing after just five minutes, when Marcel found the back of the […]
Speaking after Brazil’s friendly with Bosnia, David Luiz admitted to Terra that he is aware of interest from Barcelona, after the Catalans were put off Thiago Silva by a £35 million valuation. “I’d be lying if I say that I know nothing. But I can say that I did not have any negotiations and nobody […]
Lampard, revealed at the weekend that he’s frustrated at watching Chelsea from the bench and that his relationship with Villas-Boas has ”not been ideal”. However, Luiz believes the England international should remember he’s an employee of the club. ”No one has to be someone’s father or son in a football club,” the defender was quoted […]
The Brazilian website asked internet users: For you, which player should not be called up to the Seleção? The results so far: Julio Cesar – 20% David Luiz – 5% Sandro – 9% Hernanes – 3% Ronaldinho – 63%
The Peixe currently sit in third place in the Campeonato Paulista, five points adrift of leaders Corinthians. ”We have to win. Corinthians are a team that will fight for titles. If we can overcome them in the table, it will be even better. It’s a very important game,” Ganso told Lance. ”A classico like this […]
Ronaldinho was replaced by Ganso just after the hour mark in Tuesday’s match, and after the game, Brazil coach Mano Menezes admitted he was disappointed with the Flamengo number 10’s performance. However, Ganso insists Brazil are better off with Ronaldinho’s presents in the squad. He told Globoesporte: ”Ronaldinho is a friend, and for me he’s […]
Sambafoot would like to congratulate to Caminho de Metz, who won the contest in February. Caminho was awarded with an AC Milan shirt, which was personally signed by Thiago Silva. This month, Sambafoot are giving you the chance to win a copy of Liverpool’s official magazine signed by Brazilian international Lucas Leiva. How to win? […]
The law has suffered repeated delays, frustrating world football’s governing body, and a Brazilian congressional commission has now stated it won’t be voted on until next week. The commission partially approved the proposed law on Tuesday, but some key points – including the sale of alcohol inside stadiums – were set to be voted on […]
Chris Atkins is your host once more for the show and is joined by The Elastico’s Rio Coimbra to review all the latest action from the domestic game. Besides that, we also have immediate after-game analysis of the national side, provided by our resident Brazil supporter Deborah Ferreira and Goal.com’s Tom Webber. Get opinion on […]
