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Draws with Argentina (1-1) and Cuba (0-0) had left the Under-20 side in a precarious position, but last night’s result was a new low for Ney Franco’s side. Romário, who is in Mexico to commentate for a Brazilian TV Network was particularly stinging in his criticism of the side. “This is a great shame,” said […]
I came away from Rio’s Engenhao stadium in a confused state of mind last Wednesday. I have been thoroughly enjoying this year’s Brazilian Championship, thinking that it had managed to combine a large dose of unpredictability with considerable quality. So what to think after watching one of the title contenders torn apart by a team […]
A hat-trick for Seydou Doumbia was the difference between the two sides, in an eight-goal thriller that leaves big spending Anzhi in a lowly eighth position in the Russian Premier League. ‘We achieved an important victory away from home against a strong opponent,” said Flamengo target Vagner Love. “They started better, pressed hard and surprised us with the goal. “When we turned the score around early in the second half, they were […]
São Paulo 0x0 Coritiba The combined attacking talents of Luis Fabiano, Dagoberto and Lucas Moura were not enough for São Paulo as they failed to overcome a stubborn Coritiba side at the Morumbi. Marlos had the Paulista side’s best efforts in the 2nd half, but goalkeeper Vanderlei was a match for all thrown at […]
Fabinho struck the bar early on for Bahia, but it was about the extent of the joy all evening for Bahia, who were soon behind to a Felipe strike after good work from the ever-impressive Diego Souza. The ex-Atlético Mineiro playmaker had spoken only yesterday of his need to step up and take responsibility in […]
“He is a different kind of player, a star. A youngster with talent,’ said the former Real Madrid boss. “If you give him space, he can make a lot happen. “What we can’t do is over-commit and get into trouble.” Léo Moura, Flamengo’s dependable right-back also expressed his wish that the players avoid crossing the line to deal with Neymar. “In order not […]
Cafu, captain of the winning Seleção side in 2002 is amongst those holding this belief, and has been speaking at a corporate event in Santiago, Chile on the subject.“It may hurt [Brazil] a lot,” said the former AC Milan and Roma full-back. “It may be a reason that Brazil will have a poor World Cup. With a lack of games against the big teams, […]
The Brazilian is out of favour at the Camp Nou and is looking for an escape route, with his career having stalled in Spain. Lance! report that Benfica have Maxwell as their top target for January, with Cristian Ansaldi of Rubin Kazan another possibility
Avaí 3×2 Botafogo Goals from Robinho, Cléverson and Robert were enough to seal Avaí a victory that puts them well and truly back in the survival race. Botafogo had twice levelled through Loco Abreu and Renato, before right wing-back Lucas was dismissed and Robert turned up with a timely 86th minute intervention sent the home crowd […]
In the 31st round of the Brasileirão, Flamengo will take on Santos without Ronaldinho, Thiago Neves and Dario Botínelli, opening up a chance for Negueba to take a starting berth, but also for Adryan to play a role in the first-team set-up. The playmaker is unlikely to be given a starting berth, but is hoping […]
Goals from Léo Silva, Marco Antônio and Ivo were enough for the São Paulo side to confirm a return to the top flight for the first time since their 2008 relegation. Ponte Preta lie in 2nd place, ten points behind the leaders, whilst Naútico and Americana also currently occupy the promotion places.
With the Corinthians defensive midfielder now on the verge of the national team and also providing some crucial goals in the Campeonato Brasileiro, Paulinho’s reputation has never been higher. Another reason the player is so attractive to the Milanese giants is his relatively available status. Due to Corinthians owning only 10% of the player’s economic […]
The playmaker has been the focal point for the Vasco side in recent times and has been a star man this season, yet has still spoken of his need to take on more responsibilty against Bahia on Sunday. “I have to get in the game at all times,” said the playmaker. “I’ve asked for my team-mates, when they are on the ball, to try and find me, […]
According to newspaper Folha de São Paulo on Saturday, Palmeiras are looking for a club willing to pay the amount considered by management as satisfactory for the striker. According to the newspaper, President Arnold Tirone has already scheduled a meeting in Rio next week to discuss the player. Flamengo had already tried to buy the 50% of the […]
LANCENET! managed to discover Flamengo’s plans for the game, despite reporters being banned from training, and it appears Jael will start alongside Deivid up front with, Negueba in attacking midfield. Aírton will also sit out the game, with Luxemburgo punishing the holdng man for his sending-off in the embarrassing midweek 4-0 defeat at home to […]
Accused of rape during his spell at Olympique de Marseille in March this year, Brandão, testified for about four hours, pointing out that he had a consensual relationship with the woman who accuses him of rape, now 24 years. Brandao, who is still owned by Marseille, has a loan agreement with Grêmio until December 31 this year, although he has been out of action with injury in recent weeks. The trial continues.
The Flamengo board resumed negotiations with Leo Rabelo (Neves’ agent) last Thursday, aware of the impending deadline that must be met. Negotiations continue over the weekend, with the hope that there will be favorable news early next week. “We know it will be a difficult negotiation, but Thiago is aware of our efforts for him to […]
Talk in recent weeks has been of disputes and players leaving the club, but Felipão is determined to rebuild the squad for next season and bring some long awaited success to Palmeiras fans. Amongst those rumoured targets are Grêmio’s Douglas and Atlético-GO’s Vitor Júnior, although Scolari also admitted that there will now be several hundred […]
With an eye to participate in the centennial of Santos in 2012, the left lateral Leo renewed his contract, which would end in December, by the end of next year. “The renewal was already set, with just a few things to tie up,” said the 36-year-old. “My thoughts were to renew because I want […]
The youngster’s brief foray into the world of Oriental languages will no doubt have a better reception than Santos’ earlier poster campaign, featuring several player’s in ‘slit-eye’ poses. It is another clear indication of Neymar’s ability to become a World star, despite not having yet left his homeland.
The attacking midfielder is aware that the interim boss Milton Cruz is a fan of his football and therefore hopes that the board place the caretaker in permanent charge of São Paulo. “We’ll see, will talk, see the possibilities. It’s all about having conversations, to know what the coach thinks,” said the player, before revealing […]
The highest scorer for post-Pelé Santos remains former centre-forward Serginho Chulapa and midfielder João Paulo, who are equal on 104 goals for the Paulista side. Neymar would have to score 31 more goals to match the pair. However, it is possible the player may reach that mark in 2012, before his 20th birthday. Real Madrid are […]
Struggling to recruit a striker for the January transfer window, the Spaniards are enticed by the fact that Dagoberto’s contract expires on April 18, 2012 and thus, will be available for a low fee in January. Although Dagobert already has the freedom to sign a pre-contract with any club, in order to have the player in January the Spanish team would need to pay a fee to the Morumbi club. If not, he could only join Sevilla when his contract ends, which would be next […]
The future of ‘the Gladiator’ is still up in the air, and the player’s agent is trying to work on a deal to take the combustible striker away from the Palestra Italia, following a bust up with Manager Luis Felipe Scolari. “Obviously, we are concerned,” said ‘The Foxes’ incoming President. “Any negative impact affects us. […]
