Luciano Rodriguez should have been enjoying the proudest moment of his career as he was officially presented as a Cruzeiro player, but the striker ended up going viral for all the wrong reasons. The Uruguayan forward was left looking for a place to hide after his girlfriend appeared to blank him during a routine photo opportunity on stage.
Santos head coach Cuca has confirmed he will hold a private meeting with Neymar to address the forward's worsening disciplinary record. The Brazilian superstar was forced to watch from the sidelines as his team suffered a damaging defeat in his absence.
It's been sad to watch a generational talent decline so rapidly, and the veteran forward risks doing irreparable damage to his legacy as his attitude threatens to derail his club
Micael Leandro da Silva has tragically died after being mistakenly caught in suspected gang crossfire following an amateur football match in Brazil. The former São Paulo academy prospect had absolutely no involvement in criminal activity. Da Silva was preparing to join a new club to continue his promising career before this horrific, senseless act.
Neymar found himself at the centre of a heated confrontation following Santos' narrow victory over Remo in the Copa do Brasil. The Brazilian superstar was filmed dancing and mocking in a fiery exchange with opposing officials and staff in the tunnel after securing a spot in the quarter-finals.
Neymar has admitted he could retire from club football when his Santos contract expires at the end of the year. The Brazil legend, who recently called time on his international career, is determined to honour his current deal before deciding his next step.
Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has broken his silence on Neymar’s retirement from international football, staunchly defending his choice to include the veteran in his 2026 World Cup squad. The Italian tactician admitted the superstar’s physical preparation was a source of frustration but insisted his presence was vital for the Selecao.
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.
Neymar has officially confirmed his retirement from the Brazil national team following a disappointing 2026 World Cup campaign under Carlo Ancelotti. The Santos superstar also took the opportunity to hit back at recent media reports claiming he has been "bullying" younger team-mates in the Vila Belmiro dressing room.
Santos star Neymar made light of reports alleging he insulted young team-mates following a dramatic 2–2 draw with Chapecoense by posting a sarcastic photo with Gabriel Bontempo. The 34-year-old captain, who scored both goals in the match, forcefully denied the allegations on social media before joking about the situation with Bontempo online.
Neymar has hit back at reports claiming he insulted his younger team-mates Gabriel Bontempo and Joao Ananias during a heated half-time exchange in Santos’ recent 2-2 draw with Chapecoense. The Brazilian superstar took to social media to brand the allegations "a complete lie" while defending his senior role within the squad.
Neymar has once again proven that he excels at silencing his doubters on the pitch, netting twice for Santos in a dramatic return to domestic action. The Brazilian icon used the spotlight to send a clear message to those who questioned his professionalism following a recent public appearance at a poker tournament.
Santos superstar Neymar has hit back at critics who questioned his presence at a poker tournament during a period of recovery. The 34-year-old forward defended his professional commitment, explaining that the event took place on a scheduled day off and coincided with his return to full training following post-World Cup rest.
Memphis Depay's future at Corinthians remains uncertain, with the Dutch striker finding himself in a true contractual limbo just days before the end of his current contract. Despite openly expressing his desire to extend his stay at Parque Sao Jorge, a multi-million dollar debt accumulated by the Sao Paulo club has become the main obstacle to signing a new agreement.
Neymar has broken his silence following intense backlash over his decision to compete in a poker tournament while Santos played a crucial Copa Sudamericana tie. The 34-year-old superstar posted a cryptic social media response as he continues to recover from Brazil's shock World Cup exit and his subsequent retirement from international football.
Santos superstar Neymar was a notable absentee from the squad as Cuca's side secured a dominant victory in the Copa Sudamericana on Tuesday night. Rather than flying to Venezuela for the continental clash, the Brazilian icon was spotted competing in a professional poker tournament in Sao Paulo.
The relationship between Memphis Depay and Corinthians has hit a breaking point following the conclusion of the World Cup. As negotiations for a contract renewal stall, the Brazilian club has taken the drastic step of advising the Dutch international not to report for scheduled training sessions to avoid triggering complex financial clauses.
Brazil icon Neymar has wasted no time finding a new competitive outlet following the Selecao's disappointing 2026 World Cup campaign. The 34-year-old was spotted at the World Series of Poker in Las Vegas just days after his country was eliminated from the tournament by Norway.
The footballing world stood still as Neymar announced his international retirement in the aftermath of Brazil’s shock exit from the 2026 World Cup. However, the legendary forward’s father has since taken to social media to issue a moving plea, begging his son to reconsider hanging up his boots for good.