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George Weah becomes Liberian president: From Bhaichung Bhutia to Imran Khan, athletes who entered politics

Weah is not the first sportsperson to enter politics. Here are some other prominent sportspersons who have embarked on a political career.

From AC Milan to Didier Drogba, football world celebrate George Weah's election as Liberian president

Despite numerous examples of the game's former stars entering politics, Weah is the first former player to succeed in being elected head of his country.

Brazil backs corruption probe into FIFA, says committed to 'truth' and 'transparency'

The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) said it backed a corruption probe into world body FIFA following the arrest of seven top officials Wednesday, including the man who led the CBF until last month.

Ronaldo, Romario reinvented striker's role, says Thierry Henry

Thierry Henry has paid tribute to former Brazil strikers Ronaldo and Romario, saying they "reinvented" football's centre-forward role.

From legend to traitor: How Pele fell in the eyes of Brazil

Oh, how the mighty have fallen. Pelé has been branded the ‘traitor of the century’ by angry crowds in Brazil.

With the World Cup looming, a battle rages for the soul of Brazil

While there is obvious joy in the World Cup coming to what many feel is the home of football, there is an equal (if not greater) amount of rage that is steeped among the people of Brazil.

World Cup winner Romario calls on Brazilians to protest at 2014 World Cup

The former Brazil striker turned Congressman said too much money was being spent on organising the tournament and not enough on the vital infrastructure which Brazil needs.