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Training break! Concerns over Real Madrid star Vini Jr.

Vini Jr. recently had to take a break from training at the Brazilian national team’s training camp due to pain in his thigh.

Vini Jr suffers injury blow with Brazil

Brazil have been hit by a significant injury scare as star forward Vinicius Jr was forced to sit out training ahead of Tuesday’s international friendly against Croatia. The Real Madrid superstar is struggling with a physical issue following the intensive clash against France earlier this week, which saw Brazil suffer a 2-1 defeat.

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Monumental blow for Barca as Raphinha out for five weeks

Barcelona have been dealt a massive blow ahead of their European showdown with Atletico Madrid following confirmation of Raphinha's hamstring injury. The Brazilian attacker is set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines after picking up the knock on international duty.

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Barca dealt huge blow as Raphinha withdraws from Brazil squad

Barcelona have received some bad news at a critical juncture of the season following confirmation that Raphinha has withdrawn from the Brazil squad. The Blaugrana winger was forced to pull out of the international camp due to a muscular issue sustained during the 2-1 friendly defeat against France.

Inter: Casemiro bids farewell to United: "The decision has been made"

In recent days, reports in Brazil had confirmed Inter’s interest in signing him on a free transfer, and the player has confirmed his departure from the Red Devils

Barca fear the worst as Ancelotti confirms Raphinha muscle issue

Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed that Raphinha was withdrawn at half-time during Thursday’s 2-1 defeat to France due to a muscle issue. The Barcelona winger, a vital component of the Selecao’s attacking trident, was replaced by Luiz Henrique after a promising opening 45 minutes in the United States. With the 2026 World Cup fast approaching, his fitness remains a primary concern for the technical staff.

Yamal & the NXGN wonderkids to watch at the World Cup

The World Cup is now just two-and-a-half months away, with teams currently making their final preparations for the finals, while others look to book the final few spots in North America during the March international break. Once the tournament does eventually get under way, the stage will be set for a whole host of players to make themselves national heroes, including some of the most exciting youngsters in the game today.

Cooling breaks or momentum killers? Deschamps sounds alarm for World Cup

France manager Didier Deschamps has issued a stern warning to FIFA regarding the use of mandatory cooling breaks following his side's hard-fought victory over Brazil in the United States. Despite the positive result on the pitch in Massachusetts, the World Cup-winning coach was left frustrated by the constant interruptions to the game's rhythm and flow.

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Brazil, the Neymar case: Ancelotti leaves him out, but the strikers aren’t scoring

Out of the friendly against France; since the Italian took over as coach of the Seleção, he has rotated seven strikers who have never scored

The debate that Ancelotti wants to avoid is gaining momentum

The Selecao have been given a wake-up call at the start of the World Cup year. The big talking point afterwards is a player who wasn’t even selected.

Tchouameni reveals Tom Brady message ahead of France's Brazil clash

Real Madrid midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni revealed he reached out to NFL icon Tom Brady before France’s 2-1 friendly victory over Brazil. Playing at Gillette Stadium, the legendary home of the New England Patriots, Les Bleus secured their first win over the Selecao since 2011. Despite being reduced to 10 men, the French side channelled a "clutch" mentality in front of a heavily pro-Brazilian crowd in Foxborough.

Brazil's main men flop in dire friendly loss to ten-man France

Brazil's main men fell flat as the Selecao turned in an underwhelming performance against France in a forgettable 2-1 loss. The Selecao were poor at both ends of the pitch, and languid in between, and only really showed attacking intent when it was too late. A late goal from Bremer was rather flattering as Carlo Ancelotti's men were easily dealt with by Les Bleus, who played most of the second half with ten men.

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Mbappé and Ekitike: France beat Brazil with 10 men. Bremer scores

France will play a friendly match against Brazil in the United States.

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Neymar 'not a tremendous professional' like Messi or CR7, says Brazil icon

Brazil legend Zico has delivered an honest assessment of Neymar’s career, suggesting the Santos star has failed to match the professionalism of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. Despite acknowledging his compatriot's immense natural ability, Zico believes off-field habits have hindered the forward’s longevity and consistency.

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Which player has the most red cards in World Cup history?

Everything you need to know about the disciplinary history of the World Cup, ahead of the 2026 tournament in the United States of America, Mexico, and Canada. There have been notable dismissals in almost every tournament to date, from sending offs in World Cup finals, to games that saw both teams lose their heads, and more than a few players...

World Cup 2026: Which players will make the Brazil squad?

All you need to know about Brazil's squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup

World Cup kit Rondo: Which is the best? Is Brazil away a classic?

The World Cup jerseys are now all officially on the market, and our GOAL writers debate who did the best job ahead of the summer

Mbappe makes big Neymar World Cup claim

Kylian Mbappe has joined the growing debate surrounding Neymar’s international future, insisting that he cannot imagine a World Cup without the Brazilian superstar. As pressure mounts on Selecao boss Carlo Ancelotti to recall the veteran forward, Mbappe has backed his former team-mate to prove his fitness in time for the 2026 tournament.

Is Neymar's World Cup dream already over?

Neymar found himself back in headlines across Europe last week after he was brought up as a topic of debate on The Overlap. Gary Neville introduced a new 'Unpopular Opinions' segment, and kicked it off with the following statement: "No Premier League player in history is better than a prime Neymar."

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Mbappe denies Madrid misdiagnosed knee injury

Kylian Mbappe has moved to silence the storm surrounding his fitness, categorically denying sensational claims that Real Madrid medical staff examined the wrong knee. The France captain addressed the media ahead of Les Bleus' friendly against Brazil, insisting that his relationship with the Spanish giants remains transparent despite a wave of reports alleging a "monumental mistake" in his diagnosis.

Vinicius Jr issues strong statement on his Real Madrid future

Vinicius Junior has spoken out on his long-term future at Real Madrid as he prepares to enter the final year of his current contract. The Brazilian forward is currently away on international duty with Brazil, but believes he has been living his "best moment" at club level.

Brazil boss Ancelotti responds to Neymar selection pressure

Carlo Ancelotti has responded to the growing noise surrounding Neymar’s international future with Brazil. Despite the Santos forward’s ongoing absence from the national team, a host of legends and current stars have demanded his inclusion for the 2026 World Cup.

Fabinho claims Neymar is still Brazil's 'most talented player'

Fabinho has backed Neymar to make Brazil's 2026 World Cup squad, claiming the Santos star remains his country's "most talented player" despite his ongoing fitness struggles. As Carlo Ancelotti’s current squad prepares for a high-profile friendly against France, the debate surrounding Neymar’s physical condition and international future continues to dominate the narrative.

Romario to Ancelotti: “Watch out…”

The former striker's warning to the current manager: there is already a buzz of excitement in Brazil ahead of the World Cup.

Ancelotti promises 'Carnival' football from Brazil at World Cup

Brazil national team manager Carlo Ancelotti has compared his squad's footballing DNA to the vibrant energy of Carnival ahead of the upcoming World Cup. While the Italian tactician praised his team's incredible attacking talent and promised an entertaining style of play, he also openly addressed a concerning lack of depth in the traditional full-back positions.

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📽️ | 'Pele is the king!' - Thiago picks between all-time Brazil legends

Brentford star Igor Thiago has weighed in on the eternal debate surrounding Brazil's greatest footballing icons. The 24-year-old striker, who has taken the Premier League by storm this season, has ranked the legendary figures of the Selecao in an exclusive interview with GOAL. His comments come at a career-defining moment as he prepares to transition from club hero to international contender with Brazil.

Frequently asked questions

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: Southampton are owned by Sport Republic, a London-based investment firm, who own an 80% stake in the club. Dragan Solak is the firm's lead investor.
: Southampton play their home games at the St. Mary's Stadium, which is South East London's largest stadium. The club started playing their games at this stadium in 2001.
: St. Mary's Stadium has a capacity of 32,384, making it South East London's largest football stadium.
: Southampton have won just one trophy throughout their history, an FA Cup in 1976, in which they beat Manchester United 1-0 in the final.
: Southampton are yet to be crowned the champions of the Premier League. They have never won an English top flight title.
: Terry Paine, with 713 appearances, is the club's record appearance make of all-time.
: Mick Channon is the club's all-time leading goalscorer with 227 goals in 607 appearances, spread across two different stints.
: Sadio Mane, Adam Lallana, Rickie Lambert, James Ward-Prowse, Dusan Tadic, and Bobby Stokes are among the most famous players to have donned a Southampton shirt.
: Mauricio Pochettino, Ralph Hassenhuttl, Ted Bates, and Ronald Koeman are among Southampton's most famous managers.
: Southampton are also known as The Saints among their own fans and rivals.

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