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Rio de Janeiro lawmakers sign bill to rename iconic Maracana stadium after football legend Pele

Lawmakers voted on Tuesday to change the stadium's official name to "Edson Arantes do Nascimento - Rei Pele" — the three-time world champion's full name, plus "King Pele," his nickname.

Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker's father Jose found dead after drowning in Brazil

Brazilian media reported that 57-year-old Jose Agostinho Becker had drowned after going for a swim on his property in the city of Lavras do Sul, in the south of the country.

Brazil clubs Botafogo and Fluminense decide to disobey order to resume competitive football this week as coronavirus pandemic rages

The Rio de Janeiro state football federation proposed that the state championship restart on 18 June, pending state government approval.

Brazil and Barcelona legend Ronaldinho officially announces retirement from football

Brazilian World Cup winner Ronaldinho has formally confirmed his retirement from football, more than two years since his last appearance as a professional, reports in Brazil said Tuesday.

La Liga: Real Madrid vice-captain Marcelo signs two-year contract extension with club

Real Madrid vice-captain Marcelo extended his 11-year stay with the Spanish giants by signing a new contract until 2022, the club announced on Wednesday.

Premier League: Andre Gray joins Watford on a five-year deal for a club record fee of £18.5 million

Andre Gray has signed a five-year contract and is reported to have cost Watford around £18.5 million

Pre-season Friendly: Chelsea send Kenedy back home as punishment for derogatory remarks against China

Kenedy has been sent home from Chelsea's pre-season tour of Asia as punishment for his offensive social media posts about China, according to reports on Tuesday.

Indian Super League: Chennaiyin FC sign fresh two-year deal with Brazilian midfielder Raphael Augusto

Raphael Augusto, former DC United and Legia Warsaw player, has already made 26 appearances over two ISL seasons and won several individual awards.

Ronaldinho to visit 'sports-loving' India on Friday to announce his future with Premier Futsal

Former FIFA World Player of the Year Ronaldinho will visit India on Friday and explore his future with Premier Futsal, a variation of football played indoors.

Carlos Alberto, Brazil's 1970 World Cup hero, passes away aged 72

Carlos Alberto, who scored one of the greatest goals in World Cup history while captaining Brazil to glory in the 1970 final against Italy, has died aged 72 following a heart attack.