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Vasco were the first of the Carioca giants to take to field on Saturday, and managed to cruise to a comfortable 4-1 victory against Macaé. First-half goals from Diego Souza, Eder Luis and a brace from Juninho Pernabucano was enough for the Cruz de Malta to claim the points and to regain their place at […]
Gomes had spent four years at the Philips Stadion – between 2004 and 2008 – before joining Spurs in a deal worth £7.8 million. But after making a number of high-profile errors in goal last season, the Brazilian has become the third-choice shot-stopper in Harry Redknapp’s side, behind Brad Friedel and Carlo Cudicini. The 31-year-old […]
With David Luiz having been subbed before half-time, questions immediately began to arise about his availability when Chelsea play Benfica on Wednesday night. Roberto Di Matteo, Chelsea’s interim boss, sees no need to panic, but confirmed that the Brazilian will undergo checks in the coming days. “He felt his ankle ligaments and came off,” Di […]
Having broken his nose against Avenida in the Gaúcho championship in midweek, Gilberto Silva required surgery to reaiign the break and today took to Twitter to update his fans. “Good afternoon everyone. I can report that the surgery was successful and that I am at home, thanks to God,” he posted on Saturday afternoon. “I also […]
The photo had featured Lucas posing alongside Harry and Santos forward Neymar, when the three had met at charity event in the city of São Paulo during the young royals visit to Brazil in March. On the occasion, the two Brazilian players had approached the third-in-line to the British throne and presented him with signed […]
The former Corinthians midfielder had won the Águias a penalty in the 77th minute, which Alex Witself had no problems converting having sent Joaquim Silva the wrong way. Nigeria international Elderson Echiejile then equalised for Braga five minutes later finishing off Hugo Viana’s free-kick at the far post, before César curled in his shot two […]
Neymar, 20, is now without doubt the biggest name in Brazilian football, a status previously held by greats of the world game. Yet, despite his success and fatherhood, the Santos forward does not believe he has changed as a person. “I do not know why I’m people’s idol, it is hard to explain,” Neymar told […]
The former Lyon midfielder has been in sensational form recently, scoring five goals in his last six appearances for the Cruz de Malta. However, Juninho wont be able to travel with the rest of the Vasco squad to Peru, as he is set to undergo dental surgery on a missing implant on the same day […]
The 24-year-old defender limped off a minute before half-time during the Blues’ 4-2 win at Aston Villa on Saturday. After the match, interim Chelsea boss Roberto Di Matteo confirmed Luiz’ ankle will be assesed by the club’s medical team on Monday. ”We’ll have to wait for 48 hours to asses David Luiz,” the Italian said. […]
André Santos, 29, was talking in a video interview on the club’s official website and spoke of his delight at the warm reception he received from everybody at the club. “It is fair to say that I have totally adapted. I feel very well, people here have received me with open arms, and I mean […]
Tall and strong in midfield, Lucas Evangelista’s progression has been quicker than any of the other Desportivo Brasil youngsters linked with Manchester United. Read an interview with Lucas’ colleague Aguilar Read more on the Manchester United/Desportivo tie-up Indeed, a composed showing at the Copa São Paulo against players often eighteen months older led to significant […]
The 37-year-old midfielder was whacked in the face during the Cruz de Malta’s Copa Libertadores encounter with Nacional (Uru) back in February, and has since been wearing a gum shield to protect the rest of his teeth. ”I’m out of Tuesday’s game because I need to have dental surgery,” Juninho told reporters on Friday. ”I […]
Coutinho joined the Catalan side from Inter Milan during the January transfer window after struggling for regular first-team football at the San Siro. The 19-year-old is now enjoying a successful spell in Spain, with leaders at Espanyol having already seen enough to openly admit that they want to keep the Brazilian at the Estadi Cornella-El […]
Pato, 22, picked up a thigh injury in February and has been in the USA receiving treatment, but coach Massimiliano Allegri believes that he can be fit to play on Tuesday. Discuss Pato’s injuries with us on Twitter – @sambafoot_en “Pato should be back tomorrow [Saturday] and is in good condition,” Allegri said. “We will […]
Neymar, 20, has been fouled a total of 69 times since the start of his season in late January, an average of five times a game. Yet, he insists he is not fazed by the attention. Discuss Neymar with us on Twitter – @sambafoot_en “Fouls occur everywhere in the world,” Neymar told Lance! on Friday. […]
Alex Silva, 27, had fallen out of favour at Flamengo during pre-season and will now link-up with the Minas Gerais side until the end of 2012 on a nine-month loan deal. “We are awaiting the official OK from Flamengo,” said the player’s legal representative Regis Vilas Boas. “They have already signaled that all is well, […]
Speculation had suggested that the 20-year-old had felt compelled to move to Europe after Barcelona had thrashed the Peixe 4-0 in the Club World Cup final last December in order to fulfil his potential. But in an interview with Terra, Neymar insisted that he is content to continue plying his trade at the Vila Belmiro. […]
Valdivia limped out of the Verdão’s Paulista state championship match with Paulista on Wednesday night, and after undergoing an MRI scan on Thursday, it was revealed that the Chile international had suffered a mild muscle injury in his left thigh. The midfielder will consequently miss Palmerias’ Copa do Brasil second round clash with Horizonte, and […]
Having started the game with a two point advantage over second-place Boca Juniors, the Tricolor das Laranjeiras knew that a draw would be enough to make it into the knockout stages. In the opening half, Fluminense dictated the majority of possession, and had two penalty claims waved away by the referee much to the disbelief […]
The club’s medical staff had discovered that Renato had an irregular heartbeat during a routine health test three-and-a-half weeks ago, and it was feared that the 33-year-old’s career was over. However after undergoing a successful minor operation, the player was able to do some light running for thirty minutes at the Ninho do Urubu training […]
Ramires, 25, was taking on his old side and played a part in setting-up Salomon Kalou’s winner, but was unaware of the goal having been clattered by Benfica forward Oscar Cardozo after passing the ball. The incident only came to light in Ramires’ post-match interview with Portuguese TV, when the dynamic midfielder spoke of his […]
The former World Player of the Year has had his attitude questioned on many occasions since his return to Brazil, with regular excuses for missing training with his club Flamengo. Now 32, Ronaldinho has shown signs that his lifestyle is catching up with him and Mano Menezes believes that he must change his regime if […]
