
Chinese Super League: Brazilian forward Alex Teixeira stars as Jiangsu Suning wins first league title
The second leg of the championship decider belonged to the 30-year-old Teixeira, who was strongly linked with a move to Liverpool before joining Jiangsu for 50 million euros in 2016.

Coronavirus Outbreak: Brazil’s leading athletes step up to help most vulnerable communities battle COVID-19
As infections of the novel coronavirus rise steadily in Brazil and threaten to cause chaos in its densely populated favelas, some of the country’s leading athletes are stepping up to help the most vulnerable communities.

AFC Champions League 2019: Defending champions Kashima Antlers drawn against Guangzhou Evergrande for quarter-finals
Kashima Antlers have drawn Guangzhou Evergrande for the quarter-finals as they aim to become the first Japanese side to win back to back titles

Guanghzou Evergrande manager Fabio Cannavaro will attempt to sign 'new faces' after relinquishing CSL title to Shanghai SIPG
Under-fire Guanghzou Evergrande manager Fabio Cannavaro will look for new faces to freshen up his ageing squad, after relinquishing CSL crown for first time in seven years.

La Liga: Barcelona snap up Arturo Vidal from Bayern Munich to shore up midfield after Paulinho's loan move
31-year-old Vidal, who has played 100 games for Chile and scored 24 goals, will sign a three-year deal after having a medical in the next few days, Barca said in a statement.

Tite's new stint as Brazil manager is a welcome move to preserve their history, but he still has a mountain to climb
Tite can thus become only the second coach to lead Brazil at consecutive World Cups, Mario Zagallo having done so in 1970 and 1974.

La Liga: Paulinho rejoins Chinese club Guangzhou Evergrande on loan after just one season with Barcelona
Brazil midfielder Paulinho is leaving Barcelona after one season to rejoin Chinese club Guangzhou Evergrande, the Spanish champions said on Sunday.

FIFA World Cup 2018: Brazil's last-gasp win over Costa Rica proves their ability to penetrate stubborn defences
Brazil's 2-0 win has finally proved that Tite’s Brazil can crack hard nuts with relentless pressure and in-game tactical tweaks, always symbolic of champion teams.

FIFA World Cup 2018: Philippe Coutinho's stunner goes in vain as resolute Switzerland hold lacklustre Brazil
Brazil's bid for a sixth World Cup got off to a slow start as Switzerland withstood an early onslaught to snatch a 1-1 draw in Rostov-on-Don on Sunday.

FIFA World Cup 2018: With Neymar fit and other key players showing form, Brazil are favourites to clinch title for 6th time
For the sceptics, Brazil's football may not be beautiful anymore, but looking at their squad for the upcoming FIFA World Cup in Russia, the team can certainly be termed as favourites to clinch the ultimate prize for the sixth time.

La Liga: Barcelona thrash Villareal to maintain unbeaten run; Sevilla keep Europa League hopes alive with Real Madrid win
Ousmane Dembele scored twice as Barcelona thrashed Villarreal 5-1 on Wednesday and edged closer to their first-ever unbeaten season in La Liga.

La Liga: Barcelona extend lead at top of standings to 12 points after being held to draw by Celta Vigo
Barcelona's 12-point lead could be cut to nine if Atletico Madrid beat Real Sociedad on Thursday.

International friendlies: Philippe Coutinho scores as Neymar-less Brazil prepare for World Cup with win over Russia
Brazil dominated play and possession but failed to create any more serious chances before the break as Russia defended in numbers.

Champions League: Chelsea face uphill task against resilient Barcelona with quarter-final spot at stake
Chelsea enjoyed success at Stamford Bridge with a dogmatic approach when only Messi's equaliser spoilt what was otherwise a controlled Blues performance.

Champions League: Spotlight on Antonio Conte's tactics as Chelsea travel to Barcelona for most crucial match of season
Chelsea’s chances of qualifying for the quarter-finals rest primarily on Hazard’s ball progression through the middle of the pitch and Willian’s ruthlessness in front of the goal.

La Liga: Barcelona confirm option to sign 21-year-old midfielder Arthur from Brazilian side Gremio in July
Barcelona have reached an agreement with Brazilian club Gremio to sign Arthur, a 21-year old midfielder.

La Liga: Surging Atletico Madrid visit stumbling Barcelona for crucial clash that could define title race
La Liga title race is well and truly back on and a poor February for Barcelona has ensured that the match with Atletico will be an evenly-fought contest.

Champions League: Chelsea showcase European pedigree against Barcelona but fail to take control of fate
For now, Barcelona hold all the cards for qualification to quarter-finals, but if any team can wrest control away from the four-time UEFA Champions League winners, it is a certain English side with an Italian at helm.

La Liga: 'Versatile' Philippe Coutinho will be great asset for Barcelona, says manager Ernesto Valverde
Philippe Coutinho’s versatility makes him a great acquisition for Barcelona, coach Ernesto Valverde said on Sunday as the Brazilian made his first public appearance at the Nou Camp following his 142-million-pound ($192.57-million) move from Liverpool.

La Liga: Barcelona cruise past struggling Levante to extend lead at top; Real Madrid drop points after Celta Vigo draw
Lionel Messi marked his 400th appearance in La Liga with the opening goal in Barcelona's 3-0 win over struggling Levante at the Camp Nou on Sunday as the Catalans prepare to unveil Philippe Coutinho