Brazil news

Some of the world's best players are competing in South America's flagship international tournament this summer - Goal has your guide

Match official Nestor Pitana was at the centre of controversy, with Brazil going on to score the winning goal after 10 minutes of stoppage time

Rio de Janeiro, Brasilia, Mato Grosso and Goias have been chosen to hold the hastily rescheduled competition

The Swedish frontman says "everyone" wanted to play like the World Cup winner at the height of his career

During the darkest days of his career, when he was struggling for game time and goals, the Brazilian would drink to forget his troubles

They weren't direct rivals, but the perception of being the absolute best was something that meant a lot to the two South Americans

The 20-year-old, who won his first cap last year for his country, is back in the international frame and his coach has waxed lyrical about his skills

The Brazilian forward became a legend at the Volkswagen Arena by hitting 28 goals during the German club's shock championship win in 2008-09

The forward will miss three matches before the international break while Sergio Aguero recovers from a knee injury

The defender hopes to represent Brazil in the competition for a fourth time as he prepares to start his time at Stamford Bridge

The Brazilian striker seemed destined to shine for many years but his career would eventually crash in the wake of family tragedy

The talented 20-year-old is looking to follow the lead of an illustrious countryman by silencing his doubters and starring for club and country

The former Brazil international goalkeeper, who tasted World Cup glory in 1994, is hoping to see a fellow countryman reach the very top of the game

The 40-year-old former Barcelona and AC Milan star had been detained with his brother, Roberto Assis, after entering the country with false documents

The Blues midfielder has asked his current coach about a position with the Selecao, but cannot see the Catalan heading to South America