Nottingham Forest defender Jair Cunha celebrated his first senior Brazil call-up ahead of upcoming friendlies against Australia and India. The 21-year-old center-back aims to bring his South American Under-20 championship-winning pedigree to Carlo Ancelotti's senior setup.
Chelsea winger Estevao expressed immense gratitude after returning to the Brazil national team for their upcoming friendlies against Australia and India. The teenager opened up about overcoming severe injury heartbreak that ruled him out of the 2026 World Cup.
PSV Eindhoven captain Mauro Junior is currently riding the crest of a wave after receiving his first-ever call-up to the Brazil national team. The versatile defender has been a standout performer in the Eredivisie, and his hard work has finally been rewarded by the Selecao coaching staff.
Australia international Cristian Volpato has received a fine after testing positive for cocaine during a police traffic stop in Sydney. The Sassuolo winger strongly maintains his innocence, insisting he never knowingly consumed the illicit substance before returning a subsequent negative test upon his return to club duties in Italy.
Hull City have reached an agreement to sign Australian international Lucas Herrington from the Colorado Rapids, GOAL can confirm. The 18-year-old World Cup veteran's move will be worth up to $23 million, sources tell GOAL, as Herrington makes the leap to the Premier League after less than one season in Colorado.
Australia forward Cristian Volpato has reportedly tested positive for cocaine after being stopped twice for speeding in Sydney. The 22-year-old Sassuolo winger had his international driver's licence suspended by local police following the early-morning incidents, prompting Football Australia and the players' union to pledge their support.