Neymar faces possible $1m fine over Brazil property work
A “major construction” project at Brazilian football star Neymar’s mansion in Rio de Janeiro state was halted on Thursday for “environmental infractions,” which could result in a fine of some $1 million, authorities said. The project was underway “without environmental authorization” on the Paris Saint-Germain and Brazil national team player’s luxury property in Mangaratiba, some […]
Brazil forward Robinho rejoins Santos
Veteran Brazilian striker Robinho has rejoined his boyhood club Santos, who he left to join Real Madrid as a 21-year-old rising star before spells with Manchester City and AC Milan. The 36-year-old penned a five-month deal paying the nominal amount of about 230 euros (250 dollars) per month with bonuses and an extension if things […]
Neymar to lead Brazil in World Cup qualifying
Brazil coach Tite kept faith with a troubled Neymar on Friday, choosing him to lead the Selecao as they launch their 2022 World Cup qualifying campaign next month. Young Lyon midfielder Bruno Guimaraes comes into the squad and could make his international debut while Real Madrid striker Rodrygo also returns. The five-time world champions play […]
Neymar banned two matches as league opens racism probe
Neymar received a two-match ban Wednesday for his red card against Marseille as the French league announced it would open an investigation into accusations of racism by the Brazil forward against Alvaro Gonzalez. Angel Di Maria will also be summoned to the league’s next disciplinary commission meeting on September 23 over claims he spat at […]
PSG stand by Neymar after Marseille red card
Paris Saint-Germain said Monday the club “strongly supports” Neymar after the Brazil forward insisted he was the victim of racist abuse following his red card in Sunday’s defeat to Marseille. Neymar will discover his punishment on Wednesday for being one of five players sent off following a brawl at the end of the game. “Paris […]
Neymar seals Puma sponsorship deal after ending deal with Nike
Neymar has sealed an endorsement deal with Puma, the German company announced on Saturday, two weeks after the Brazilian superstar left his long-time sponsor Nike. “Welcome to the fam @neymarjr #KingIsBack” Puma tweeted alongside a photo of the Paris Saint-Germain striker, kitted out in the sportswear giant’s clothes. The world’s most expensive player confirmed his […]
Neymar “super happy’’ to return to training with PSG
Brazilian forward Neymar said on Friday he was “super happy” to return to Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) training. His comments have come a day after the French Ligue 1 champions lost their delayed season-opener 1-0 to Lens. Neymar announced his return on Twitter having recently missed both training and Thursday’s game where PSG were also missing 2018 […]
PSG star, Neymar reflects on Champions League defeat
Neymar said “losing is part of the sport” as the Paris Saint-Germain star took to his twitter handle on social media to congratulate Bayern Munich on being crowned Champions League winners. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that PSG were unable to cap their first Champions League final appearance with silverware following a 1-0 […]
Neymar insists PSG always knew they could win after Atalanta triumph
Brazilian superstar Neymar insisted that Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) always believed they could come back from the brink to defeat Atalanta with two goals in the dying moments of their Champions League quarter-final on Wednesday. “I never thought of going home. From start to finish, from the warm-up, we only thought of qualifying for the semi-finals,” […]
Setien wants Neymar back at Barca
Barcelona boss Quique Setien says he would love to coach Neymar and would be “delighted” if the Brazilian returns to the club from Paris Saint-Germain. Barca tried to re-sign Neymar last year but were unable to agree a deal with French champions PSG, whom he joined for a world-record fee of 222 million euros ($264 […]
Neymar will stay with PSG despite Barcelona links ― Paredes
Neymar will still be at Paris Saint-Germain next season, according to team-mate Leandro Paredes. The Brazilian superstar is reportedly a target for Barcelona, who he left for PSG in a world-record €222million transfer in August 2017, and is said to be willing to take a wage cut to make it happen. Neymar has scored 69 […]
