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Philippe Coutinho to Join Bayern Munich on Season-long Loan

Barcelona's midfielder Philippe Coutinho is set to join Bayern Munich on a season-long loan as both the clubs have agreed on the basic framework for the transfer on Saturday.

Neymar Rape Case: Brazil Prosecutors to Drop Rape Charges Against PSG Star

Former Brazil captain Neymar was in May accused of raping Brazilian model Najila Trindade in a hotel room in Paris. However, the 27-year-old said that the encounter was consensual and the prosecutors could not find evidence to contradict his claim.

Brazil Prosecutors Ask Judge to Close Neymar Rape Case

Prosecutors in Brazil said they agree with a police finding that there is not enough evidence to prove rape allegations against Neymar and have asked a judge to close the case.

Brazil Ex-Billionaire Eike Batista Re-Arrested in Corruption Probe

Brazilian ex-billionaire Eike Batista, who has been under house arrest pending an appeal of a 30-year jail sentence, was arrested again on Thursday as part of a sprawling corruption probe, officials said.

Brazilian Criminal Dressed Up As Daughter Gets Caught Escaping Prison, Hilarious Video of Him ‘Undressing’ Goes Viral

A Brazilian gang leader made a horrible attempt of escaping from the jail by dressing up as a girl and posing to be his own daughter. The prison officials caught him and took off his silicon girl mask and long-haired wig. A video of da Silva removing off his own faked appearance has been released online and has caught all eyes.

Neymar Can Take Place of Lionel Messi, Says Former Brazil Player Edmilson

Former Brazil player Edmilson said that after Barcelona star Lionel Messi will retire, Neymar can 'very well' take the place of the Argentine player.

Gone in 1.88 Seconds: The Secrets of Record F1 Pit Stops

Blink and you miss it. In the last few weeks, the cutting-edge of Formula One technology, coupled with old-fashioned muscle and hand-eye co-ordination, has witnessed record-breaking pit stops.

Veteran Dani Alves Signs Deal with Brazil's Sao Paulo

Veteran Brazilian right back Dani Alves has signed a free transfer deal to play for his boyhood team Sao Paulo FC.

Wilson, Pedro Hit Memorable Friendly Strikes as Liverpool, Chelsea Win

Welsh international Harry Wilson gave Jurgen Klopp a reminder of his talents with a spectacular goal as Liverpool defeated Lyon 3-1 in a pre-season friendly on Wednesday.

Brazil: Clashes Between Organized Crime Groups in Altamira Prison, 57 Dead, 16 Decapitated

At least 57 prisoners have been killed by other inmates during clashes between organized crime groups in the Altamira prison in northern Brazil with 16 of the victims being decapitated, according to prison officials.

Prison Riots in Brazil Leave 52 Inmates Dead

At least 52 prisoners were killed by other inmates during clashes between organised crime groups at the Altamira prison in northeastern Brazil on Monday, authorities said.

Brazil Prison Riot Leaves More Than 50 Dead

Footage broadcast by SBT Altamira purportedly showed thick black smoke rising from the prison compound and people sitting on the roof of a building.

Armed Miners Invade Amazon Village in Brazil After Killing Indigenous Leader

Several dozen heavily armed miners dressed in military fatigues invaded an indigenous village in remote northern Brazil this week and fatally stabbed at least one of the community's leaders, authorities have said.

BRICS Ministers Reiterate Support to 'Afghan-led, Afghan-owned' Peace Process

Representatives of Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa on Friday reiterated support to 'Afghan-led, Afghan-owned' peace and reconciliation process.

Lionel Messi: CONMEBOL Hand Argentina Star $1500 Fine for ‘Corruption’ Comments During Copa America 2019

Argentine striker Lionel Messi has been given a USD 1500 fine by South America's football governing body, CONMEBOL over his comments about the federation's corruption during the recently concluded COPA America.

Messi Suspended from Argentina's Opening World Cup Qualifier

Lionel Messi was suspended from Argentina's first qualifying march for the 2022 World Cup and fined USD 1500 by South American soccer's governing body.

After Atletico Madrid, Filipe Luis Signs with Brazil's Flamengo

Brazilian footballer Filipe Luis, free of any contract after four straight seasons with Atletico Madrid, has agreed to play for Brazil's Flamengo until 2021, the Rio de Janeiro club said Tuesday.

Body-Shaming Priest Who Said 'Fat Women Don't Go to Heaven' Pushed Off Stage By Irate Woman in Brazil, Video Goes Viral

Video of a woman pushing a priest off the stage during a public sermon has gone viral on social media. The clip shows the woman running towards the priest who is preaching on a podium and pushing him down with her hands. It is said that woman did the act after the priest told listeners that 'fat women don't go to heaven'.