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The Selecao legend under fire

Jesse Lingard made history on Wednesday night by becoming the first Englishman to play in the Brazilian top flight. Despite a difficult night for Corinthians at the Maracana, the former Manchester United star expressed his pride after finally making his long-awaited debut in South America.

Neymar has slammed referee Savio Pereira Sampaio following a controversial booking that rules him out of Santos' clash with Flamengo. The Brazilian superstar accused the official of seeking the limelight and lacking respect for players during the Peixe's victory over Remo.

Santos head coach Cuca has expressed his deep frustration after Neymar picked up a costly yellow card during the 2-0 victory over Remo, ruling him out of the upcoming showdown with Flamengo. The Brazilian icon’s moment of petulance late in the second half resulted in a third booking, leaving Peixe without their talisman for the high-stakes trip to the Maracana.

Neymar is trying to persuade Ancelotti for a 'final dance'

Jesse Lingard completed a stunning move to Corinthians early last month after turning down an offer from MLS. The former Manchester United midfielder was convinced to move to Brazil following a recommendation from his former team-mate Memphis Depay and a pitch from agent Fernando Martins.

Palmeiras have solidified their reputation as South America's premier talent factory by rejecting multiple multi-million euro bids for Eduardo Conceicao. The Brazilian giants are holding out for a record-breaking fee for their latest teenage sensation, as the Premier League's elite begin to circle the talented 16-year-old forward.

Jesse Lingard is poised to make his long-awaited debut for Corinthians in Wednesday's high-profile clash against Fluminense at the Maracana. The 33-year-old former Manchester United winger has spent the last month building his fitness in Brazil following a free transfer to Corinthians. Lingard, who previously took in a stint with South Korean side FC Seoul, has reportedly impressed the Corinthians staff with his professional application.

Neymar has detailed the immense emotional burden while toiling for full fitness at Santos. The former Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain superstar says the pressure to perform in his homeland is "crushing" as he eyes a World Cup spot with Brazil. Despite the weight of expectation, the veteran forward took time to laud former team-mate Kylian Mbappe’s elite finishing.

AC Milan have returned to the negotiating table with a fresh proposal for Corinthians midfielder Andre. After seeing previous efforts rebuffed, the Italian giants have now signaled their willingness to pay up to €22 million (£18.5m/$23.3m) to bring the teenager to San Siro, as the club looks to get its business done early.

Neymar has stepped up his return to full fitness by starring in a Santos training match, bagging a goal and an assist to remind onlookers of his enduring quality. The legendary forward was a high-profile omission from Carlo Ancelotti’s latest Brazil squad, but this domestic display suggests he is determined to force his way back into the international reckoning.

Corinthians forward Memphis Depay could become a significant absentee for the club in the upcoming rounds of the Brasileirao, and not just for medical reasons. Brazil's Superior Court of Sports Justice (STJD) has officially filed a complaint against the Dutchman after he was caught using a mobile phone on the substitutes' bench during Sunday’s match against Flamengo.

Both Borussia Dortmund and Bayer Leverkusen appear to have set their sights on a Brazilian player who is currently racking up goal contributions one after the other.

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.

Gabriel Jesus has returned to Palmeiras after being granted leave by Arsenal. During the current international break, the striker took the opportunity to use the training facilities at the Academia de Futebol, the very place where he developed as a young talent before moving to Europe.