Argentina overwhelm Brazil in U17 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals
Nov 25, 2023, at 04:33 pm
Jakarta/UNI: Argentina stunned Brazil 3-0 here on Friday at the Jakarta International Stadium (JIS) to enter the Under-17 FIFA World Cup semifinals, thanks to a hat-trick scored by Claudio Echeverri.
Brazil: Armed robbers target house of Neymar's girlfriend Bruna Biancardi
Nov 08, 2023, at 10:48 pm
Brazilian footballer Neymar's girlfriend Bruna Biancardi was the target of a recently armed burglary after a criminal gang tried to break into their house in Brazil, media reports said.
Brazilian star Neymar undergoes surgery on left knee
Nov 03, 2023, at 11:11 pm
Brazil forward Neymar has undergone successful surgery after suffering a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament and meniscus in his left knee, medical staff treating him said.
Brazil's football star Neymar overtakes Pele to become Brazil's all-time top scorer
Sep 09, 2023, at 08:29 pm
After putting two more in the nets, Brazilian footballer Neymar has overtaken legend Pele to become Brazil's all-time men's top scorer.
Women's World Cup: Brazil thrash Panama 4-0
Jul 25, 2023, at 05:02 pm
Adelaide/UNI: Ary Borges scored a brilliant hat-trick as Brazil made a dominant start to their FIFA Women’s World Cup campaign, thrashing Panama 4-0 in Group F match here on Monday.
Brazilian football legend Pele dies at 82
Dec 30, 2022, at 04:52 pm
Sao Paulo/UNI: Former Brazilian football star Pele, three-time World Cup champion, died at the age of 82 in a hospital in Sao Paulo, victim of colon cancer, his doctors officially reported.
Brazil manager Tite confirms departure after team's FIFA World Cup 2022 exit
Dec 10, 2022, at 04:38 pm
Doha/UNI: Brazil manager Tite confirmed that he will step down after his team's quarter-final defeat to Croatia on penalties, a result that eliminated the tournament favourites from the World Cup in Qatar.
FIFA World Cup quarter-final: Croatia knock Brazil out in penalty shootout to enter semis
Dec 10, 2022, at 05:29 am
Doha/ IBNS: In a close battle, Croatia defeated Brazil by 4-2 in a penalty shootout becoming the first team to qualify for the semi-finals of the FIFA World Cup 2022.
Brazil more than just Neymar and Vinicius: Croatia head coach Dalic
Dec 09, 2022, at 05:01 pm
Doha/UNI: Croatia head coach Zlatko Dalic has described Brazil as the most impressive team at this World Cup ahead of their quarterfinal clash on Friday.
Brazil turn on style to reach FIFA World Cup quarterfinals
Dec 06, 2022, at 05:19 pm
Doha/UNI: Five-time champions Brazil scored four first-half goals which powered them to advance to the FIFA World Cup quarterfinals with an impressive 4-1 victory over South Korea here on Monday.
Fans wait for a thrilling Monday as Brazil-South Korea gear up for battle
Dec 05, 2022, at 01:34 am
Doha: Japan face Croatia, while Brazil take on South Korea in the World Cup last 16 on Monday in two fascinating ties.
'Strong, with a lot of hope': Pele updates fans on his health
Dec 04, 2022, at 07:01 pm
Brazilian soccer icon Pele said on Saturday he felt “strong, with a lot of hope” after media reported a day earlier that he had stopped responding to chemotherapy and was moved to “palliative care”.
Brazil soccer legend Pele not responding to chemotherapy; moved to 'palliative care'
Dec 04, 2022, at 07:19 am
Football legend Pele has been moved to 'palliative care' after he stopped responding to chemotherapy for bowel cancer, according to media reports.
FIFA World Cup 2022: Brazil advance to Round 16 as group winners despite defeat
Dec 03, 2022, at 05:51 pm
Lusail/UNI: Brazil edge their way out of Group G as group winners despite 0-1 defeat to Cameroon in their last league match of the FIFA World Cup.
FIFA World Cup: Brazil advance as group winners despite defeat
Dec 03, 2022, at 02:45 pm
Lusail: Brazil edge their way out of Group G as group winners despite 0-1 lose to Cameroon in their last Group G match of the FIFA World Cup.
Qatar World Cup: Brazil sail into last 16 by beating Switzerland 1-0
Nov 29, 2022, at 02:10 pm
Doha: Casemiro struck a stunning goal to give Brazil an entry into the last 16 after beating Switzerland 1-0 in the FIFA World Cup here on Monday.
Qatar World Cup: Richarlison brace fires Brazil to 2-0 win over Serbia
Nov 25, 2022, at 02:46 pm
Lusail: "Recharlison. Now that's Brazil. If the first one was scruffy. This is sensational. This is what the supporters have come to see, and come to expect from anybody wearing this famous yellow shirt.
Brazil-Argentina replay match called off
Aug 17, 2022, at 04:00 pm
Rio de Janeiro/UNI: Brazil and Argentina will no longer be required to replay a World Cup qualifier that was controversially abandoned last year, both countries' football associations said.
India to host FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2022 starting Oct 11
Jun 25, 2022, at 01:24 am
Kolkata/UNI: The draw for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2022 took place on Friday, revealing the pathway to glory later this year for some of the world’s best young female players and national teams.
FIFA to analyze official reports after suspension of Brazil-Argentina match
Sep 07, 2021, at 03:33 pm
Rio De Janeiro/UNI/Xinhua: World football governing body FIFA said it will analyze reports from match officials before deciding upon a course of action for the suspended World Cup qualifier between Brazil and Argentina.
Brazil-Argentina World Cup qualifier suspended
Sep 06, 2021, at 03:24 pm
Sao Paulo/UNI/Xinhua: Brazil's home World Cup qualifier against Argentina was suspended on Sunday after four players from the visiting team were accused of breaching COVID-19 protocols.
Brazilian boxer Sousa surprises Khyzniak with a KO to win men's middle gold
Aug 08, 2021, at 12:06 am
Tokyo/UNI/Xinhua/IBNS: Hebert Sousa of Brazil hit a hard blow to accomplish a knockout victory over top seed Oleksandr Khyzhniak of Ukraine and won Brazil an Olympic gold in the men's middle division on Saturday at the Kokuglkan Arena.
Argentina defeats Brazil 1-0 in 2021 Copa America final
Jul 11, 2021, at 02:12 pm
Moscow/UNI/Sputnik: Argentina beat Brazil 1-0 in the final match of the 2021 Copa America football tournament held at the Maracana stadium in Rio de Janeiro.
Copa America opener: Brazil win 3:0 against Venezuela
Jun 14, 2021, at 03:14 pm
Moscow/Sputnik: Brazil defeated Venezuela in the opening match of the 2021 Copa America football tournament held in Brasilia on Sunday.
FIFA, UPL sign MoU to promote sustainable development and education through football
Aug 26, 2020, at 08:43 pm
Zurich/IBNS: The FIFA Foundation and UPL Ltd. have on Tuesday announced a new collaboration agreement that will see the two organisations join forces to promote and raise awareness about sustainable development in agriculture and education in society through football, said an official release.
Brazilian star Oscar says he would play for China
Jul 29, 2020, at 05:48 pm
Beijing, Jul 29 (Xinhua) Shanghai SIPG's Brazilian midfielder Oscar has revealed he would play for China if FIFA changed rules that prevent players from representing two countries in official competitions.
Football cannot fully counter COVID-19 risk, says Brazilian official
Jun 22, 2020, at 04:51 pm
Rio De Janeiro/Xinhua/UNI: There will be no way to completely eliminate health risks when Brazil's national football competitions return from their coronavirus hiatus, a top official said.
Injuries have made him consider retirement, says Juventus forward Douglas Costa
May 26, 2020, at 04:27 pm
Rio De Janeiro/UNI: Brazil and Juventus forward Douglas Costa said that he has considered quitting football because of his constant struggle with injuries.
Three Flamengo players test positive for Covid-19
May 07, 2020, at 03:11 pm
Rio de Janeiro/Xinhua: Three Flamengo players have tested positive for the coronavirus, casting fresh doubt over plans to restart football in Brazil.
Brazilian footballers say health must come first
May 06, 2020, at 12:06 pm
Rio De Janeiro/Xinhua/UNI: Footballers from Brazil's biggest clubs have urged authorities to put player health ahead of economic interests in their discussions about when to resume major competitions.