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/ 232 days agoBrazilian clubs sue US owner over match-fixing comments
Following John Textor accusing Brazil of match-fixing, the Brazilian club Palmeiras proceeded to submit a complaint against the American tycoon. In a statement, the 58-year-old accused reigning champion Palmeiras of benefiting from a match-fixing system. His Eagle Football manages Botafogo, a top-flight Brazilian team. "I'm sorry [this] is going to create a lot of noise, […]
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/ 234 days agoNeymar affirms commitment to play for Santos next year
Neymar has spoken in the past about his desire to return to Brazil and play for Santos, the club he developed with as a youth talent. Having made frequent appearances to watch Santos this season while he nurses an injury, the Brazilian is now rearing to feature for Santos. Ahead of Santos' first-leg game against […]
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/ 240 days agoFlamengo star striker suspended in doping fraud case
Flamengo striker Gabriel "Gabigol" Barbosa has been suspended following a doping investigation in Brazil. Soccer authorities in the South American nation narrowly voted to implement the penalty in the doping fraud case. Brazil's Anti-Doping Sports Court of Justice elected to ban Gabigol from playing professionally in a 5-4 vote. The case surrounds a surprise drug […]
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/ 258 days agoBotafogo owner Textor has audio of Brazil referees talking bribes
Botafogo owner John Textor has continued his claims that corruption is rampant in the Brasileirão. This is not the first time the American investor has made claims about the issue. Textor previously went on a scathing rant on live television regarding the problem back in November. The club's owner was left fuming following Botafogo's 4-3 […]
Brasileiro League
/ 283 days agoBrazil grapples with two rival groups wanting to form new league
Brazil is in a state of turmoil as two groups are competing to lead soccer in the South American nation to new heights. Across the top three divisions in Brazilian soccer, 60 teams are competing in the Brazilian pyramid. The Libra Project has agreements with 19 of those clubs to pool their media rights into […]
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/ 284 days agoSaudi stay or Europe? Club president reveals Neymar's future
In the wake of Neymar's knee injury recovery, Santos, a club in Brazil, are planning to re-sign him. Before signing with Barcelona in 2013, Neymar became famous during his debut season at Santos. That is where he first gained fame. With the Brazilian great in the lineup for 142 games, he scored 73 goals and […]
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/ 286 days agoGremio replace Suarez with ex-Premier League winner
Diego Costa, a striker who had previously played for Chelsea and Atletico Madrid, will continue his career in Brazil with Gremio. Following Botafogo's decision to let the 35-year-old's contract end after four months, he found himself without a club. Costa had a brief stint with Wolves before. However, his effect in England was much less […]
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/ 349 days agoBotafogo's US owner makes Brasileirao match-fixing claims
The Brasileirão season concluded on Wednesday, but Botafogo owner John Textor is still fighting over match-fixing allegations. Palmeiras collected its 12th Brazilian Serie A title this week. The Big Green clinched the championship on the night by grabbing a point against Cruzeiro. The draw, mixed with losses by Atletico Mineiro and Flamengo, officially meant that […]
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/ 350 days agoFans fume as Santos suffers Serie A relegation for first time
Historic South American side Santos has suffered relegation from the Brazilian Serie A. It is the first time in the club's illustrious history that they have dropped from the top flight. Santos has previously collected eight first-division titles, with legendary striker Pele guiding them to six triumphs in the 1960s. The Brazilian club ultimately finished […]
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/ 360 days agoHow to watch Palmeiras on US TV
If you need to know how to watch Palmeiras in the USA, we've got all the details on how to find them on TV and streaming. The Big Green One of Brazil's biggest clubs – the most successful in terms of top-tier domestic competitions won – Palmeiras is also one of the most popular teams […]
Brasileiro League
/ 360 days agoHow to watch Palmeiras on US TV
If you need to know how to watch Palmeiras in the USA, we've got all the details on how to find them on TV and streaming. The Big Green One of Brazil's biggest clubs – the most successful in terms of top-tier domestic competitions won – Palmeiras is also one of the most popular teams […]
Brasileiro League
/ 360 days agoHow to watch Palmeiras on US TV
If you need to know how to watch Palmeiras in the USA, we've got all the details on how to find them on TV and streaming. The Big Green One of Brazil's biggest clubs – the most successful in terms of top-tier domestic competitions won – Palmeiras is also one of the most popular teams […]
Brasileiro League
/ 382 days agoBrasileirão would be a top league without European transfers
The Brasileirão has a recent history as an exporter's league with transfers to Europe a common theme. In other words, it takes some of its great raw talents developed in academies at the club level and ships them over to Europe. More often than not, this happens when these players are teenagers. Therefore, they do […]
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/ 408 days agoFlamengo hires former Brazil boss Tite as new head coach
Brazilian club Flamengo has announced the hiring of head coach Tite. The manager previously worked with a host of teams during his career. Nevertheless, his most recent job was with the Brazil national team. Tite's new contract at Flamengo, however, is not exactly a long-term move. The coach has signed a deal with the club […]
Botafogo
/ 453 days agoBotafogo TV schedule for US viewers
This Botafogo TV schedule includes television and streaming information for one of Brazil's iconic clubs. While Botafogo do not have the large amount of trophies some of their rivals do, they still remain an important side in Brazilian soccer history. Botafogo TV schedule and streaming links Botafogo on TV and streaming: U.S. only: Founded: 1904Stadium: […]