Argentina captain Lionel Messi has said defending champions France and Brazil are the favourites to win the World Cup in Qatar as they have a core group of players who have played together for a long time. Messi said Brazil, Germany, France, England and Spain are always labelled favourites to win, but the 35-year-old forward feels France and Brazil are the best two teams going into the N...Full Story »

Antonio Conte has confirmed Richarlison will be fit for the World Cup despite the club still waiting on the full extent of a calf injury sustained during Saturday's 2-0 win over Everton. The Brazil forward was on crutches and in tears after the game, telling ESPN Brazil he feared that "the realisation of my dream" to play at a World Cup was at risk. However, initial tests have been more positi...Full Story »

A banana was thrown at Tottenham striker Richarlison on Tuesday night as he scored against Tunisia in an international friendly. The Brazilian put his nation 2-1 up before celebrating in front of a group of home supporters. Footage showed several items thrown at Richarlison as he celebrated his exquisite goal against Tunisia, his third goal in his last two international appearances. Manchester ...Full Story »

Blackburn starlet to reject Premier League move Blackburn Rovers youngster Adam Wharton is attracting Premier League interest, but the Sun report that he has no intention of leaving Ewood Park. Wharton has broken into the first team under Jon Dahl Tomasson and the 18-year-old is eager to keep developing at his boyhood club. Caroll set for Reading return Andy Carroll is set to return to for...Full Story »

Arsenal could make a move for Danilo in January after missing out on Aston Villa midfielder Douglas Luiz. With Mohamed Elneny suffering an injury towards the end of the transfer window, signing a new midfielder may have been a late priority for Arsenal this summer. However, as the window slammed shut, Arsenal failed to bring in a new midfielder, but they did make a late attempt to sign Aston V...Full Story »

Marcelo left Real Madrid this summer after 15 trophy-laden years and has joined Olympiacos as a free agent. Marcelo has new club after leaving Madrid Spent 15 years in Spanish capital Signs for Greek champions for one season WHAT HAPPENED? Marcelo has been club-less since leaving Real Madrid in July, however he has now joined Greek side Olympiacos on a one-year deal. The Brazilian has ...Full Story »

Brazil manager Tite hit back at France striker Kylian Mbappe's claim that World Cup qualifying is more difficult in Europe than in South America. Paris Saint-Germain star Mbappe said in May that European teams, who have won the last four World Cups, have an advantage over their South American rivals because they play "high-level matches." Mbappe added: "Argentina and Brazil don't have that l...Full Story »

The 34-year-old star has terminated his contract and is negotiating a move to Premier League new boys Fulham. Fulham are in talks to sign Willian after he left Corinthians Credit: Getty The winger, who has 70 caps for Brazil, said: "I did not come to Brazil to get threatened. "Whenever Corinthians lost and if sometimes I was not doing well in the game, my family received threats, and curses o...Full Story »

Tuchel, 48, whisked away business boss and mother Natalie Max, 35, to relaxing Sardinia. Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel has found love again with a glamorous Brazilian — days after his divorce was granted Credit: BackGrid Tuchel, 48, whisked away business boss and mother Natalie Max, 35, to relaxing Sardinia Credit: BackGrid A holidaymaker said: 'They held hands at every opportunity and loo...Full Story »

The former Real Madrid and Brazil hitman has been soaking up the Spanish sun with his loved ones for the last few days. Foot legend Ronaldo is currently on holiday in Ibiza with girlfriend Celina Locks Credit: SPLASH The pair soaked up the Ibiza rays before dipping into the sea Credit: SPLASH And the 45-year-old had no problem flaunting his fuller post-retirement physique. The World Cup winn...Full Story »

The two parties are torn over where the Brazil international will move this summer The future of Leeds United's Brazil star Raphinha remains uncertain, with club and player in disagreement over where his next transfer destination lies. Raphinha is set on a move to Barcelona, who reached an accord with the winger back in May. But GOAL can reveal that his employers favour Chelsea's bid, leadi...Full Story »

Chelsea have been handed a major transfer boost after Paris Saint-Germain have informed Neymar he is not part of the club's plans ahead of next season. The Brazilian signed for the French giants in a world-record £200million transfer in 2017. Thomas Tuchel's Chelsea have been monitoring Neymar's situation, as they ambition a swoop for the Brazilian this summer. Following a disappointing se...Full Story »

The winger's wages could be a problem for potential suitors, though he will certainly receive widespread interest Paris Saint-Germain are open to selling Neymar during the summer transfer window if an acceptable bid is lodged - but the Brazil international would be hesitant to leave, GOAL understands. The forward arrived at Parc des Princes in a move from Barcelona for a world-record fee in ...Full Story »

Former Real Madrid defender Cicinho has opened up about his battle with alcoholism, revealing that he used to arrive at training drunk. The Brazilian joined the Santiago Bernabeu team from Sao Paulo in 2006 and spent parts of two seasons with the club before leaving for Roma. Cicinho, now 41, says it was easy to get free alcohol because of his status as a football star, which affected his ti...Full Story »

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Tottenham are looking to strengthen their squad ahead of next season, after qualifying for the Champions League. The Champions League is one of the most difficult competitions in world football, and there’s no doubting Antonio Conte will need a deeper squad, as well as more quality. One player they are considering making a move for is Everton forward Richarlison, with The Telegraph cla...Full Story »

BRAZIL team-mates Richarlison and Vinicius Jr has to be SEPARATED during training following a heated altercation. The pair almost came to blows on Saturday during a training session ahead of the Selacao's friendly with Japan on Monday. Richarlison and Vinicus Jr were involved in a bust-up in Brazil trainingCredit: GETTY The pair's team-mates - including Dani Alves and Neymar - quickly jumped ...Full Story »

Shots were fired but the Spurs man thankfully survived the ordeal in the early hours of this morning, according to Brazilian outlet Jovem Pan Esportes. Emerson Royal was the victim of an attempted armed robbery, according to reports Credit: Getty Nightclub in Americana where Emerson Royal was before the robbery Credit: Not known, clear with picture desk Emerson Royal leaves a police station i...Full Story »

The pair were all smiles as they held up each other’s jersey in the changing rooms following the final whistle on Thursday. Neymar and Son-Heung Min swapped shirts after Brazil's 5-1 win over South Korea Credit: Instagram / @neymarjr Neymar's two strikes saw him move four goals off all-time leading Brazil scorer Pele Credit: Rex Neymar netted twice from the penalty spot in the 5-1 drubb...Full Story »

Brazilian cult hero Hulk has revealed Jose Mourinho tried to bring him to Tottenham during the manager’s spell in north London. Hulk has had a nomadic career, having played in Japan, Portugal, Russia and China, as well as his native Brazil. The centre-forward is an experienced international – he has featured 49 times for the South American nation, scoring 11 goals. Arguably his b...Full Story »