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🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

Cafu ignites controversy by excluding Messi and Ronaldo from the title of best player of the 21st century

Former Brazilian star Cafu has sparked widespread debate by claiming Neymar surpasses both Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo as the best player of the 21st century.

Mar 22 • 14:34 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Chappell Roan's Fans Insult Flamengo Before Show After Controversy with Player

Fans of singer Chappell Roan insulted the Brazilian soccer team Flamengo prior to her performance at Lollapalooza in São Paulo after a controversy involving a player.

Mar 22 • 00:38 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

The New Law of Gérson

The article discusses the origin and implications of the phrase 'levar vantagem,' linked to Brazilian soccer player Gérson and his advertisement for Vila Rica cigarettes.

Mar 21 • 11:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Crime & Justice

Female Journalist Invited to Star Player's Suite - Bad Intuition Turned Out to be Right

Mexican journalist Inés Sainz recounts an uncomfortable and potentially dangerous encounter while interviewing a Brazilian football star in Milan.

Mar 21 • 08:23 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Sports

Fonseca falls to Alcaraz and loses the chance to join Guga and Saretta

Carlos Alcaraz defeated Brazilian player João Fonseca in the second round of the Miami Masters, showcasing his superiority and consistency.

Mar 21 • 02:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Sports

The horrifying fracture that a Gremio player suffered shocks Brazilian football

A Gremio player, Marlon, suffered a severe ankle fracture during a match against Vitória, raising concerns in Brazilian football.

Mar 20 • 19:09 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

Video: Strange Reaction of Brazilian Player After His Horrific Injury

Brazilian player Marlon suffered a horrific ankle injury during a match against Vitoria, displaying an unusual reaction as he initially showed no signs of pain.

Mar 20 • 08:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Sports

Bia Haddad eliminated in the first round of the WTA 1000 in Miami

Brazilian tennis player Beatriz Haddad Maia was eliminated in her opening match at the WTA 1000 Miami tournament for the second consecutive year.

Mar 18 • 12:47 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Sports

Vinícius will break a record of Mbappé in the Champions League

Brazilian Vinícius Junior is set to surpass Kylian Mbappé’s record as the youngest player to reach 80 Champions League appearances during the upcoming match against Manchester City.

Mar 16 • 20:43 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Vitória takes the field with characters of Wagner Moura in tribute before the Oscars

Before the Oscars, Brazilian football team Vitória paid tribute to actor Wagner Moura by featuring his characters on player jerseys during a match.

Mar 15 • 00:25 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Obsession with chess, eccentricity, and religious fervor marked the life of Mequinho, says biographer

The life of renowned Brazilian chess player Mequinho was characterized by his struggle with illness, a revival of faith, and a profound passion for chess, as detailed in a new biography.

Mar 14 • 10:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

With Botafogo's elimination and João Fonseca's game, ESPN leads audience ratings in pay TV

ESPN has seen a surge in viewership following Botafogo's elimination from the Libertadores and a tennis match featuring Brazilian player João Fonseca.

Mar 13 • 12:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Sports

Brazilian clubs raise R$ 3.58 billion in transfers and set a record in 2025

Brazilian football clubs set a record with R$ 3.58 billion in revenue from player transfers in 2025, a 16% increase from the previous year.

Mar 12 • 18:59 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Sports

J. Sinner struggled to victory against the 19-year-old Brazilian talent

Italian tennis player J. Sinner faced a tough match against 19-year-old Brazilian talent Joao Fonseca in the round of 16, ultimately securing a victory.

Mar 11 • 13:07 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Gianni Infantino strengthens the fight against racism and spoke about the Prestianni-Vinicius case

FIFA President Gianni Infantino reiterated the organization's commitment to combating racism, specifically addressing the dispute between Argentine player Prestianni and Brazilian Vinícius Junior during a Champions League match.

Mar 10 • 20:15 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Sports

The contained explosion of João Fonseca, the jewel destined to challenge the duopoly of Sinner and Alcaraz

Brazilian tennis player João Fonseca, at just 19 years old, is emerging as a strong competitor against established stars like Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz, aiming for a place at the top of the sport.

Mar 10 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Sports

João Fonseca pushed the limits in Indian Wells shining with great points and will meet Jannik Sinner

João Fonseca, the 19-year-old Brazilian tennis player, reached the round of 16 at the Indian Wells Masters 1000 after defeating Tommy Paul.

Mar 9 • 12:18 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Sports

João Fonseca defeats Russian and reaches the third round of Indian Wells

Brazilian tennis player João Fonseca advances to the third round of Indian Wells after defeating Russian Karen Khachanov.

Mar 7 • 23:25 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
Sports

Kristin Kuuba meets the tournament's top seed in the semifinals in Portugal

Estonian badminton player Kristin Kuuba has secured a place in the semifinals of a tournament in Portugal, where she will compete against the top-seeded Brazilian player.

Mar 7 • 21:45 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Bragantino Player Receives 12-Game Suspension for Sexist Remarks Against Referee

Gustavo Marques, a defender for Red Bull Bragantino, has been suspended for 12 matches by the São Paulo Sports Justice for making sexist remarks about referee Daiane Muniz after a match elimination.

Mar 5 • 20:47 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

Neymar's Advice to Rodrygo After His Cruciate Ligament Injury

Neymar urged fellow Brazilian player Rodrygo to focus on his mental health following a serious injury that will keep him from participating in the 2026 World Cup.

Mar 4 • 08:24 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Sports

Brazilian star misses World Cup: - Horrible

Brazilian player Rodrygo has suffered a severe knee injury that will keep him out of the rest of the season and the upcoming World Cup.

Mar 4 • 07:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Acrean player living near Dubai airport talks about routine with explosions: 'Risk in leaving home'

Otavio de Castro, a 23-year-old Brazilian football player, discusses his life in Dubai amidst escalating conflicts in the Middle East.

Mar 3 • 18:23 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Sports

Rodrygo tears his cruciate ligament and says goodbye to the season with Madrid and to the World Cup with Brazil

Rodrygo Goes, the Brazilian player from Real Madrid, has suffered a serious knee injury that will end his season and prevent him from participating in the upcoming World Cup.

Mar 3 • 14:56 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Former player Piá arrested in Sumaré after fleeing from the Military Police

Former Brazilian football player Piá was arrested in Sumaré after evading the Military Police due to an open arrest warrant for fraud in betting.

Mar 3 • 11:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

In Dubai, football player Élton Arábia expresses concern: 'the club asked us not to leave the hotel'

Brazilian footballer Élton Arábia is expressing worry over escalating tensions in Dubai due to regional conflicts, urging caution as he reports a missile interception nearby and airport closures.

Mar 3 • 11:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Arsenal news: Brazilian starlet issues transfer plea as Mikel Arteta urged to make bold call

A Brazilian player is appealing for a transfer to Arsenal, as manager Mikel Arteta considers important lineup decisions ahead of a match against Chelsea.

Mar 1 • 04:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Liverpool news: 'Unhappy' star plans exit as Brazilian wonderkid's agent jets in

Liverpool is set to play against West Ham at Anfield while a key player expresses an intention to leave the club and the agent of a promising Brazilian talent visits.

Feb 28 • 05:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Can women referee football matches? And companies? And cities?

The article discusses the implications of a Brazilian football player's sexist comments about women's capabilities in sports, highlighting broader societal issues of gender inequality.

Feb 25 • 23:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Sports

Benfica faces image damage due to behavior in Vinicius Junior case

Benfica is dealing with backlash following accusations of racism by Brazilian player Vinicius Junior against one of its players.

Feb 25 • 17:44 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Pianist Amilton Godoy and harmonica player Gabriel Grossi showcase Villa-Lobos' heritage in an album with songs by Tom Jobim, Guinga, Johnny Alf, and Egberto Gismonti

Pianist Amilton Godoy and harmonica player Gabriel Grossi are releasing an album that celebrates the musical legacy of Villa-Lobos, featuring works by several influential Brazilian composers.

Feb 25 • 01:14 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Vinicius Junior's case drives attempt to change anti-discrimination law in Portugal

The racial abuse incident involving Brazilian player Vinicius Junior has prompted a significant push for legal reforms against discrimination in Portugal.

Feb 24 • 15:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Sports

UEFA provisionally suspends Gianluca Prestianni after alleged racist insults against Vinícius Jr.

Argentine player Gianluca Prestianni has been provisionally suspended by UEFA's Ethics and Disciplinary Committee due to his alleged racist insults towards Brazilian player Vinícius Jr.

Feb 23 • 21:17 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Sports

'Prima facie': Why UEFA Punishes Prestianni for Racism Against Vinicius While the Investigation Remains Open?

UEFA has suspended Benfica player Gianluca Prestianni for alleged racist remarks against Brazilian player Vinicius Júnior, despite an ongoing investigation into the accusations.

Feb 23 • 17:25 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Sports

UEFA suspended Argentine Gianluca Prestianni after the scandal with Vinicius: he misses the rematch of Real Madrid-Benfica for the Champions League

UEFA has provisionally suspended Argentine player Gianluca Prestianni from Benfica due to allegations of racial insult made by Brazilian player Vinicius Junior during a Champions League match.

Feb 23 • 14:41 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Sports

UEFA provisionally suspends Prestianni after racist incident with Vinicius

Argentinian player Gianluca Prestianni from Benfica has been provisionally suspended by UEFA for alleged racist insults towards Brazilian player Vinicius during a Champions League match.

Feb 23 • 14:20 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

Bristiani apologizes after racism allegations against Vinicius

Argentine player Gianluca Bristiani has apologized to his Benfica teammates following allegations of racist remarks against Brazilian player Vinicius Junior during a recent Champions League match.

Feb 23 • 07:03 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

As an anti-racism icon, Vini Jr. must transcend the sports sphere

The article discusses allegations against Argentine player Gianluca Prestianni, who is accused by Brazilian soccer star Vinicius Junior of making racist remarks during a UEFA Champions League match.

Feb 22 • 11:01 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Sports

Benfica and Mourinho Become Targets of Criticism Over Vinicius Junior's Allegation

Benfica and manager José Mourinho faced backlash for their response to Brazilian player Vinicius Junior's allegation of racism against Argentine player Giangluca Prestianni.

Feb 21 • 02:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Sports

"Prestianni Law": FIFA considers penalties for players who insult and cover their mouths

FIFA is contemplating introducing penalties for players who use insulting gestures while covering their mouths, in light of a recent incident involving Argentine player Gianluca Prestianni and Brazilian player Vinicius Jr.

Feb 20 • 11:16 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Tammeka enhances midfield with a young player from Brazil

Tartu JK Tammeka has signed Brazilian midfielder Thomas Rafael Gonçalves Lisboa on a three-year contract.

Feb 20 • 06:57 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

João Fonseca is defeated by Peruvian and falls in the round of 16 of the Rio Open

Brazilian tennis player João Fonseca was eliminated from the Rio Open after losing to Peru's Ignacio Buse in a closely contested match.

Feb 20 • 04:43 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Testimonies may serve to punish Prestianni for racial offense against Vinicius Jr.

Argentinian player Gianluca Prestianni faces possible judgment and punishment for alleged racial insults directed at Brazilian player Vinicius Junior, based on witness testimonies without the need for audio or video evidence.

Feb 19 • 20:49 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
Sports

Remo in talks with Lingard

Former Manchester United player Jesse Lingard is reportedly in negotiations with Brazilian club Clube do Remo following his departure from FC Seoul.

Feb 19 • 01:36 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Sports

UEFA will investigate the clash between Vinícius and Gianluca Prestianni for alleged 'discriminatory behaviors'

UEFA has launched an investigation into reported discriminatory behaviors following accusations that Brazilian player Vinícius faced racist insults from Argentine Gianluca Prestianni during a Champions League match.

Feb 18 • 19:46 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Sports

Infantino calls for action after Vini Jr. reports new case of racism on the field

FIFA President Gianni Infantino condemned a recent incident of racism involving Brazilian player Vinicius Junior during a match and called for accountability.

Feb 18 • 19:28 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Sports

What Prestianni said about the scandal with Vinícius in the Champions League: his statement on racist insults

Benfica player Gianluca Prestianni responded to accusations of racist behavior towards Vinícius Junior after their Champions League match, stating he did not insult the Brazilian.

Feb 18 • 14:23 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Sports

Racism Against Vini Jr. Escalates in Europe with Support for Accused Player

Racist insults against Brazilian footballer Vinicius Junior have alarmingly increased in Europe, culminating in notable legal actions and player support during recent matches.

Feb 18 • 13:13 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Sports

Scandal over racism between Vinícius and Prestianni in the Champions League: UEFA reviews reports and warns of possible sanctions

The UEFA is reviewing an official report concerning an incident of alleged racism involving Brazilian player Vinicius Júnior and Argentine player Gianluca Prestianni during a Champions League match.

Feb 18 • 11:36 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Ex-Man Utd star Jesse Lingard picks next club after holding Premier League talks

Former Manchester United player Jesse Lingard is reportedly set to join Brazilian club Remo after leaving FC Seoul, moving away from the Premier League.

Feb 18 • 09:32 UTC

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