Centre Chiefs Overview

CBF slashes foreign player limits to protect emerging Brazilian talent

The Brazilian Football Confederation has sanctioned a gradual reduction in overseas player limits across its top two divisions, cutting matchday quotas from nine to five by 2030. Aimed at safeguarding opportunities for domestic youngsters, the sweeping structural reform also introduces mandatory minimum quotas for under-23 players within senior squads.

Santos v Palmeiras - Copa Do Brasil 2026

Neymar set for lengthy Santos absence after suffering fresh injury

Neymar has been dealt another devastating physical setback after being ruled out for up to eight weeks with a significant muscle injury. The Brazilian icon was forced off during a crucial cup clash, leaving his boyhood club to navigate a difficult period without their talismanic forward.

Brazilian court issues groundbreaking ban over leg-breaking tackle

In a landmark ruling that has sent shockwaves through South American football, Internacional defender Victor Gabriel has been suspended from all competitive action until his opponent recovers from a serious injury. The Brazilian Superior Court of Sports Justice handed down the unprecedented sanction following a challenge that left Cruzeiro forward Gabriel Pec with a broken leg.

Cruzeiro v Vasco da Gama - Brasileirao 2023

Video: An unprecedented punishment that could change football: player suspended until his victim recovers

His leg is broken: a decision that shakes Brazilian football

5 bets for the midweek fixtures in the Brazilian Serie A

Midweek opportunities in the Brazilian Serie A allow us to capitalise on teams with strong attacking and defensive profiles. We assess the key ones.

Corinthians v Internacional - Brasileirao 2026

Lingard flops on first Corinthians start as ex-Brazil boss Dorival sacked

Jesse Lingard’s first start for Corinthians ended in disappointment as the Brazilian giants slumped to a damaging 1-0 home defeat against Internacional at the Neo Quimica Arena. The result extended the team's winless run to nine games in all competitions. It proved fatal for ex-Brazil national team boss Dorival Junior, who was dismissed by the club’s hierarchy immediately following the match.