News for 'Brazilians'

Brazilian senators to head to US, Switzerland, in soccer probe

Brazilian senators to head to US, Switzerland, in soccer probe

Rediff.com5 Aug 2015

A Brazilian Senate committee investigating corruption in soccer will send three of its members to Switzerland and Miami to interview key players charged in a massive bribery scandal.

PIX: Real Madrid back to winning ways; Leverkusen held

PIX: Real Madrid back to winning ways; Leverkusen held

Rediff.com6 Oct 2024

Real Madrid have avoided defeat in their last 41 LaLiga games, the second best streak by a team in the competition's history.

ISL: Bagan thrash error-prone Mohammedan Sporting

ISL: Bagan thrash error-prone Mohammedan Sporting

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

East Bengal FC's next match will be the Kolkata derby against Mohun Bagan on October 19.

A special paddler makes historic Olympic debut!

A special paddler makes historic Olympic debut!

Rediff.com6 Aug 2024

Brazil's Alexandre makes Olympic debut, eyes Paralympic gold

Soccer star walks free on bail despite rape conviction

Soccer star walks free on bail despite rape conviction

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

The court also imposed a restraining order barring Alves from coming within 1,000 metres (3,300 feet) of the victim.

Why soccer-mad Brazilians are rushing to buy TVs

Why soccer-mad Brazilians are rushing to buy TVs

Rediff.com5 Jun 2018

Stores are also coming up with novel methods to get Brazilians to pull the trigger on new TV sets, with many offering major discounts.

Brazilian GP: All the possible scenarios

Brazilian GP: All the possible scenarios

Rediff.com8 Oct 2007

Ferrari's Felipe Massa could hold the key to the Formula One championship in his home Brazilian Grand Prix on October 21, despite being out of the reckoning himself.

Why most Brazilians believe Rio Olympics will hurt the country

Why most Brazilians believe Rio Olympics will hurt the country

Rediff.com27 Jul 2016

Around 60 percent of Brazilians believe the games, expected to cost about 40 billion reais ($12.2 billion), will bring more harm than good to Brazil, while 32 percent believe the games will bring more benefits to the country than losses.

World Cup Qualifier PIX: Brazil edge past Chile; Argentina held

World Cup Qualifier PIX: Brazil edge past Chile; Argentina held

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

Brazil pulled off a last-gasp 2-1 away victory over Chile in the South American World Cup qualifiers on Thursday.

EPL PIX: Haaland strikes again! City top the table

EPL PIX: Haaland strikes again! City top the table

Rediff.com26 Oct 2024

A round-up of Saturday's action in the English Premier League.

Juventus sign Brazilian Emerson

Juventus sign Brazilian Emerson

Rediff.com31 Jul 2004

The Brazilian midfielder signed from Serie A rivals AS Roma for 28 million euros.

This Brazilian football club was crowned champions after 30 years!

This Brazilian football club was crowned champions after 30 years!

Rediff.com19 Apr 2017

Court finds Sport 1987 Brazil champions, 30 years on.

Why Vinicius Jr. Deserved Ballon d'Or

Why Vinicius Jr. Deserved Ballon d'Or

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

For months, the 2024 Ballon d'Or seemed to have a clear front-runner, with everyone anticipating the coronation of Vinícius Júnior as the new king of football.

Werder sign Brazilian midfielder Wesley

Werder sign Brazilian midfielder Wesley

Rediff.com21 Aug 2010

Werder Bremen have agreed to sign versatile midfielder Wesley from Brazilian club Santos on a four- year deal, the Bundesliga club said on Saturday.

Olympics Surfing: Vaast takes gold for France and Tahiti

Olympics Surfing: Vaast takes gold for France and Tahiti

Rediff.com6 Aug 2024

Tahitian Kauli Vaast surfed a near perfect final to claim the gold medal for France in the men's event on Monday.

Man City's winning streak shattered; Real humiliated at home

Man City's winning streak shattered; Real humiliated at home

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

Sporting marked the final home game of coach Ruben Amorim's reign in stunning fashion as Viktor Gyokeres' hat-trick saw them come from behind to thrash Manchester City 4-1 and maintain their superb start to the Champions League on Tuesday.

East Bengal's Brazilian coach exudes confidence

East Bengal's Brazilian coach exudes confidence

Rediff.com14 Jul 2006

Carlos Roberto Da Pereira asserted that he will strive to make the club national champions.

Extras: Brazilian player sent for reacting to racist taunts

Extras: Brazilian player sent for reacting to racist taunts

Rediff.com11 Nov 2019

A video of the incident showed that Taison stuck his finger up at a section occupied by Dynamo fans and then hoofed the ball into the stands.

Brazilian pleads guilty to smuggling Indians into US

Brazilian pleads guilty to smuggling Indians into US

Rediff.com5 Jan 2013

Fabiano Augusto Amorim, 28, a Brazilian national, faces a maximum sentence of 15 years in prison and a fine of up to $500,000. His sentencing is scheduled for April 3.

Brazilian football going posh?

Brazilian football going posh?

Rediff.com20 Dec 2003

The country's first division clubs want to follow the example of England's premier league and make going to a football match a strictly middle class activity.

Sania stuns top Brazilian

Sania stuns top Brazilian

Rediff.com2 Apr 2004

The Indian ace beat the No. 1 seed to enter the semis in the Rabat ITF women's world ranking tournament.

When Paes, Bhupathi, and Sania conquered the US Open

When Paes, Bhupathi, and Sania conquered the US Open

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

Leander Paes, Sania Mirza, and Mahesh Bhupathi have left their mark by collectively winning 10 US Open titles.

PIX: Nadal bids adieu to Madrid after defeat by Lehecka

PIX: Nadal bids adieu to Madrid after defeat by Lehecka

Rediff.com1 May 2024

'It has been unforgettable, and I can only say 'thank you'. It has been an incredible journey. It's very difficult, but life and my body have been sending signals to me for a long time.'

Brazilian trainer for Bagan

Brazilian trainer for Bagan

Rediff.com23 Jul 2003

Robson Matos de Olivera will arrive in Kolkata on Monday.

Brazilian president gets Nehru award

Brazilian president gets Nehru award

Rediff.com4 Jun 2007

Lula arrived in India with a large business delegation to forge closer "strategic" and trade ties between the two emerging powerhouses.

Brazilian film gets raves at IFFI

Brazilian film gets raves at IFFI

Rediff.com28 Nov 2005

The film is about revolutionary Olga Benario's grievous life and love.

World Cup: WAGS, Brazilian fans give Germany heroes welcome

World Cup: WAGS, Brazilian fans give Germany heroes welcome

Rediff.com9 Jul 2014

Brazilians in a northeastern town near Germany's training base adopted an "if you can't beat them, join them" approach to Tuesday's World Cup semi-final defeat by throwing their support behind the side that had thrashed them 7-1 just hours earlier.

EPL: Veteran Vardy helps Leicester earn draw against Spurs

EPL: Veteran Vardy helps Leicester earn draw against Spurs

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

Brazilian Richarlison missed a golden opening to win it at the death and Spurs had to settle for one point in a match they really should have taken all three from.

PIX: Vinicius 'tricks' Real Madrid to big win; PSG thrash Angers

PIX: Vinicius 'tricks' Real Madrid to big win; PSG thrash Angers

Rediff.com10 Nov 2024

Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr scored a hat-trick to help the LaLiga champions snap a two-game winless run in all competitions.

Man City suffer Brazilian blues

Man City suffer Brazilian blues

Rediff.com20 Jan 2009

Manchester City suffered a double dose of Brazilian blues when striker Robinho walked out on a training camp in Tenerife following their failure to sign his compatriot Kaka.

Video: Brazilian model floors B'town director

Video: Brazilian model floors B'town director

Rediff.com19 Aug 2011

At the Lakme Fashion Week, we got Bollywood director Suparn Verma to interview Brazilian model Karen Silvera. Watch the video!

Video: Brazilian model floors B'town director

Video: Brazilian model floors B'town director

Rediff.com19 Aug 2011

At the Lakme Fashion Week, we got Bollywood director Suparn Verma to interview Brazilian model Karen Silvera. Watch the video!

PIX: Manchester City lose to Juventus; Arsenal, Barcelona win

PIX: Manchester City lose to Juventus; Arsenal, Barcelona win

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

Manchester City have one just victory from their last 10 games across all competitions.

Spotted: Brazilian football legend Pele

Spotted: Brazilian football legend Pele

Rediff.com8 Apr 2008

Reader Razak sent us this picture.

World Cup: Shocked media slams 'Disgraceful' Brazilians

World Cup: Shocked media slams 'Disgraceful' Brazilians

Rediff.com9 Jul 2014

Brazilian newspapers and websites were unanimous on Tuesday that the national team's 7-1 hammering by Germany in the World Cup semi-final was the greatest shame in the country's illustrious footballing history.

Are Brazilians souring on hosting FIFA World Cup 2014?

Are Brazilians souring on hosting FIFA World Cup 2014?

Rediff.com25 Feb 2014

The number of Brazilians who favour hosting the World Cup has fallen to an all-time low just four months before kick-off, with many criticizing the soccer tournament as a waste of money that would be better spent elsewhere, a poll showed on Monday.

PHOTOS: Rosberg trumps Hamilton at Brazilian GP

PHOTOS: Rosberg trumps Hamilton at Brazilian GP

Rediff.com16 Nov 2015

Nico Rosberg won the Brazilian Formula One Grand Prix for the second year in a row on Sunday and denied Mercedes teammate Lewis Hamilton a first success in the homeland of his late hero Ayrton Senna.

Football Briefs: Barcelona sign Brazilian Malcom from under Roma's nose

Football Briefs: Barcelona sign Brazilian Malcom from under Roma's nose

Rediff.com25 Jul 2018

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Brazilian tequila hits Indian shores

Brazilian tequila hits Indian shores

Rediff.com6 Dec 2007

Brazil's famous alcohol, cachaca, has finally hit India. The Brazilian tequila - Diva Cachaca - has been launched by Diva Distilleries and will be distributed by Aspri Spirits. Diva Cachaca's launch in India is not only well timed, but also well researched, claims the company which did an exhaustive study of the Asian market and finally decided to step into the continent through India.

Man City sign Brazilian Jo

Man City sign Brazilian Jo

Rediff.com4 Jul 2008

Manchester City completed the signing of Brazilian striker Jo from CSKA Moscow on Wednesday in what new manager Mark Hughes said he hopes would be the first of several major signings. City said the 21-year-old had signed a four-year deal and that his fee is a club record, though the amount was not disclosed.