Brazil Overview

Raphinha BdO snub: Barca star would miss ‘top three’ regardless

Barcelona star Raphinha has been surprisingly left off the 30-man list of contenders for the 2026 Ballon d’Or, but Anderson has told GOAL that his fellow Brazilian would miss out on a “top three” finish regardless. The South American forward has been posting Ronaldo-esque goal numbers at the start of 2026-27, but does not find himself in the running for a prestigious Golden Ball.

Learn rather than leave! Estevao given Chelsea transfer advice

Brazilian wonderkid Estevao has been advised to learn at Chelsea, rather than leave, with Carlton Cole telling GOAL why the 19-year-old still has areas of his game to work on. The South American forward, who generated plenty of excitement at Stamford Bridge last season, has found himself stuck on the bench of late - leading to inevitable transfer talk being sparked.

Sevilla FC v FC Barcelona - LaLiga EA Sports 2026/27

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99% not enough for the Barça star

Vini doesn't have a body double - but Ballon d'Or dream is fading

The fleet-footed winger has a new look this season, but his performance levels have fallen off a cliff, sparking wild theories on social media

Atletico Mineiro v Fluminense - Brasileirao 2024

Thiago Silva & Felipe Melo caught up in fake coaching licence scandal

A major scandal has erupted in the world of South American football coaching as Alejandro Mancuso, former assistant to Diego Maradona, faces allegations of operating a fraudulent licence scheme. The controversy has implicated several high-profile names who reportedly bypassed official channels to obtain their credentials.