Most season previews get published before the season begins. But a combination of lockdown fatigue, work and a football crazy calendar meant this one got published eight games in. Better late than never. Continue reading
After one false dawn, Rio de Janeiro’s state championship is back under way again, but the other states are yet to follow. Continue reading
The Rio de Janeiro state championships kicked off this weekend with minimal fuss for the score keepers. Continue reading
Talk about messing things up. Continue reading
If I was Leonardo Da Vinci, this would be my Mona Lisa. Continue reading
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Vasco have lifted the first notable piece of Brazilian footballing silverware this year, on a day of off-field drama, confusion and madness. Continue reading
Júlio César: Fluminense’s hero. (Pic: Andre Durão
There was a gripping relegation battle on the last day of the season. Continue reading
If he’s interesting Real Madrid in real life, he’s probably good enough for your team on Soccermanager (Pic: Rodrigo Gazzanel/RM Sports)
Aficionados of the football management game Soccermanager will be interested to know that the Brazilian league rating review began today. Here are the players you need to buy. Continue reading
Will it be a straight fight between Palmeiras and Corinthians? (Pic: Amanda Perobelli /Estadao)
The Brasileirão kicks off this weekend. Palmeiras are the bookies’ favourites. Corinthians are the pundits’ favourites. Cruzeiro, Grêmio and Flamengo will want to have something to say about that. Here’s a lowdown of all the teams, the major ins and outs, players to watch, my predictions and the latest betting odds. Continue reading
Round one. Fight.
The State Championships are nearing their conclusion. In most states, the finals are played over two legs: the first legs were played last weekend and the second legs will be played this weekend. Continue reading