Fifa has opened disciplinary proceedings involving both the Brazilian and Argentinian football associations following the suspension of this past Sunday’s World Cup qualifier.
The World Cup qualifier between Brazil and Argentina in Sao Paulo was called off amid extraordinary scenes as officials stormed on to the pitch over an alleged coronavirus breach by the visitors’ England-based players.
Brazil successfully defended their Olympics title after defeating Spain 2-1 in the final at the Nissan Stadium on Saturday. (more…)
The African representatives at the Olympic men’s football event have both been eliminated at the quarter-final stages after Egypt lost 1-0 to Brazil and Spain beat Ivory Coast 5-2 AET.
African nations Ivory Coast and Egypt sealed their spot in the last eight at the Olympics, while South Africa crashed out with three defeats after a 3-0 loss against Mexico on Wednesday.
Japan took control of Group A in the men’s football at the Olympics after a 2-1 win over Mexico, while South Africa lost 4-3 to France in the group’s other game.
Mexico began their Olympic campaign in style with a 4-1 win over France, while South Africa conceded a narrow 1-0 defeat to hosts Japan in their opening Group A encounters on Thursday afternoon. (more…)
Argentina ended their 28-year trophy drought with a 1-0 win over Brazil at the Maracana handing Lionel Messi his first piece of international silverware.
Roberto Carlos has been impressed by England left back Luke Shaw, with the Brazil great saying ‘Shawberto Carlos’ has everything it takes to go to the top.
Manchester City striker Gabriel Jesus is facing a spell on the sidelines after withdrawing from the upcoming Brazil squad with injury.