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Gol de Letra Association was founded in 1998 and 13 years after its inception, what have you acheived? We created two major education, sports and culture centres, one in Sao Paulo and the second in Rio. We had very good results with more than 5,000 children who have passed through these structures and the educational model […]
“The biggest difficulty today was the pitch,” said Bruno Cesar, following his first appearance with the team. “You can see how difficult it was to play because of the condition of the pitch. My debut was fine, there were no difficulties. We did well and won, that’s important.” The Benfica man was not the only […]
Despite the striker flying to Porto Alegre to try and agree a deal with Gremio, Palmeiras’ fierce rivals Corinthians still believe the striker would prefer to sign for them. According to the Timao’s deputy director of football, Duilio Monteiro Alves, Kleber’s agent, Giuseppe Dioguardi had told him he’d like to play for Corinthians. ‘’We haven’t yet […]
First half goals from Tottenham’s Sandro and Lazio’s Hernanes, was enough to give Brazil the victory in Libreville. The Selecao head coach felt the match served it’s purpose and liked what he saw from his side. Despite not calling up several of his first team regulars, Menezes handed out debut’s to Diego Alves, Bruno Cesar, […]
In October last year, the Libertadores champions offered the twenty two year old a new improved contract that would see the midfielders earnings increase through sponsorship deals. In an interview with Radio Bandeirantes, Luis Alvardo said, ”unfortunately, their (Ganso’s) attorneys closed the door on the deal. This was unfortunate because Paul Henrique lost out on […]
This was a game that would probably not live long in the memory, but never the less with a several key players missing, coach Mano Menezes side still eased to victory. Just as the two sides were about to kick the game off, the stadium experienced a flood light failure. It’d taken just over twenty […]
Palmeiras midfielder Pierre is currently on loan at the Minas Gerais outfit and with the club hoping to make it permanent, Daniel Carvalho could be used as a makeweight in any deal. “[Atlético-MG Vice-President] Maluf came to me and said Palmeiras offered an exchange of Pierre for me. There was interest. “They did not know […]
FIFA’s recent list of the 23 contenders for the Ballon d’Or 2011 contains 22 players who ply their trade in Europe. The majority are well-seasoned pros and experienced Champions League players. It is of course full of the familiar names: Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo et al, yet it could be argued that during 2011 the most successful and […]
The twenty six year old striker was reported to be involved in Gremio’s propsed deal to Palmeiras for striker Kleber. However LANCENET has reported that Lima will now remain at the Gaucho club ragardless on whether Kleber signs for Gremio or not. When the Palmeiras vice president was asked by members of the press about whether […]
After the announcement of Neymar continuing with the club up untill the 2014 World Cup, Luis Ribeiro spoke of his dream to put Santos amongst the top three most poplar clubs in Brazil. ”We will be the third most poplar club in Brazil by 2014 and close to the two largest clubs (Flamengo and Corinthians).” […]
With little alternative cover at left-back, Vice-President Roberto Frizzo does not deny the reports, as revealed by Lancenet! “There is no proposal for a full-back. We have watched Paulinho during the championship, but we do not comment on negotiations.” Atlético-PR are struggling to avoid relegation and it looks likely that players such as Paulinho will […]
It is the eighth time in two years that the 22-year-old has been striken by injury and thus, he will not be rushed back by the Milan staff – with a place on the bench the most likely option. Milan will continue with a strike-force of Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Robinho until Pato is fit enough […]
Like Neymar, 19 year old Lucas Moura is wanted by some of the biggest clubs in Europe. Despite the temptation to play along side some of the biggest names in world football, Lucas revealed he is not willing to leave Brazil just yet. ”I don’t think about it now,” the Sao Paulo number 7 said. […]
Brazil are scheduled to face Gabon on Thursday, 18:00 GMT, at the Stadium de la l’amitie Sino-Gabonaise in Libreville. After Wednesday’s training session, coach Mano Menezes confirmed his starting line up. Starting XI: Diego Alves, Fabio, Luisao, David Luiz, Adriano; Sandro, Elias, Hernanes, Bruno Cesar; Jonas & Hulk. Barcelona wing back, Daniel Alves is suspended […]
The twenty five year old’s future looked all but over after failing to show up to training ahead of Flamengo’s big game against Gremio. Luxemburgo ordered the player to train away from the rest of the squad and left him out of the side for Flamengo’s two games against Gremio and Cruzeiro. But after clearing […]
“I am very happy here,” said the star. “I always said in every interview that I was happy to be near my friends and now, with my son, there is no happiness like signing a new deal.” It is thought that thanks to sponsorship tie-ups Neymar’s contract will double to well in excess of £100,000 […]
The former Spartak Moscow player has played a key role in Tite’ team so far this season and with just five games remaining in the Brasileirao, the Paulista side have a great chance of winning their fifth league title. However, Corinthians will be with out Alex for their next two fixtures against Atletico Paranaense and […]
The paper reports that Deco’s family are already searching for appartments in São Paulo, however Corinthians have denied any contact with the player. Deco, 34, had previously stated his ambition to represent Fluminense in the 2012 Copa Libertadores and after only one year at the club, it remains to be seen how truthful the reports […]
Marca Brasil report that Corinthians will table a £1.7million offer for the wantaway striker – a bid that city rivals Palmeiras may be forced to to accept. It is nearly £500,000 higher than the Grêmio bid, although the Gaúcho side are including striker André Lima in their offer. However, Palmeiras could well find the extra […]
“He is a good player who will be considered. He is one of the names that is on our agenda. There is a chance,” Palmeiras Vice President Roberto Frizzo told Lancenet! “Every transaction is 50/50, it works or it doesn’t. The finance department has given us hope of positive outcomes; we must have a stronger team with […]
The story emerged in various news outlets on Tuesday, backed-up with quotes from the Internacional President. “I have an offer of €40m offer from a team in the Ukrainian league,” said the Inter President, in what is a blow also to Tottenham Hotspur. Questioned on whether that team was Brazilian-loving Shakhtar Donetsk, he said: “I […]
The want away striker is now expected to travel to the Olympic stadium on Wednesday to under go a medical. The official announcement will only happen once Kleber signs the contract. Once the deal is complete, the Tricolor Gaucho club will then acquire 50% of the 28 year old’s econimical rights that belonged to Palmeiras and the […]
Grêmio are hoping to wrap up a deal for the player that does not involve a player exchange, but Palmeiras are believed to be more interested if the deal could involve attacking midfielder Douglas. “We are waiting,” said Paulo Pelaipe, Director of Football at Grêmio. “Palmeiras are reviewing the second proposal, but I cannot reveal […]
On Tuesday afternoon, Brazil held their first training session in Librevile to prepare for Thursday’s friendly encounter against Gabon. The five time World Cup winners were under the watchful eye of around a 1,000 Gabonese spectators who cheered their football idols on through out the session. Barcelona wing back, Daniel Alves and AC Milan defender, […]
