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AFTER THE CHAMPIONS TITLE, VINI JR IS SEEN AS ONE OF THE MOST COOKED TO WIN THE BALL OF GOLD

With the 2023/2024 season still underway, anything can happen

Photo: Internet
Photo: Internet

01 Jun 2024 | 21:01 |

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Vinícius Júnior, Real Madrid striker, is getting closer and closer to winning the Ballon d'Or, an award offered by France Football magazine to the best player in the world in the 2023/2024 season. The player stood out in the last UEFA Champions League final, alongside goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, being a key player in the Spanish team's victory. His main competitors for the award are Frenchman Kylian Mbappé and Englishman Jude Bellingham.


A LOVE FOR "PROFESSOR" ANCELOTTI


After the match, Vinícius preferred to remain humble and focus on teamwork. "Carlo Ancelotti is everything. A squad of this size and he manages to make sure that no one has an ego. He is fundamental to Madrid's success", said the star, praising the Italian coach who has been crucial in managing the team and maintaining a harmonious and vanity-free environment.


With yet another European title on his CV, Vinícius Júnior shows that the evolution of his career is in full swing. Since his arrival at Real Madrid, the Brazilian has shown constant growth, both in skill and maturity, establishing himself as one of the main names in world football.

In the current season, Vinícius has been decisive not only in important moments, but also maintaining impressive regularity. His speed, dribbling and finishing ability have been a terror for opposing defenses, making him a lethal weapon in Real Madrid's attack. This exemplary performance is one of the main factors that make him a favorite for the Ballon d'Or.





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CBF President Samir Xaud is the target of searches by the Federal Police

The president's homes in Roraima, his home state, and in Rio de Janeiro, where he resides as head of the entity, received agents for investigations.

CBF President Samir Xaud is the target of an investigation by the Federal Police for alleged electoral crime - Photo: Reproduction
CBF President Samir Xaud is the target of an investigation by the Federal Police for alleged electoral crime - Photo: Reproduction

30 Jul 2025 | 11:50 |

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The headquarters of the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF), in Rio de Janeiro, was the target of a Federal Police operation on Wednesday morning (30). The agents carried out a search and seizure warrant related to Operation Caixa Preta, which investigates alleged electoral crimes committed in Roraima. The president of the entity, Samir Xaud, was one of the targets.


CBF releases statement on the case: "The operation has no relation whatsoever with the CBF or Brazilian football"


Despite the police presence, nothing was seized, according to the CBF itself. The organization also stated, in an official statement, that the director " is not the focus of the investigation " and that the operation has no connection with football or the confederation.


INVESTIGATION IS CONNECTED WITH REPRESENTATIVE HELENA LIMA (MDB-RR)

According to the Federal Police, the operation focused primarily on Federal Deputy Helena Lima (MDB-RR), whose deputy is Samir Xaud in the Chamber . She is suspected of involvement in a vote-buying scheme. Ten search and seizure warrants were executed, and R$10 million was frozen in the accounts of those under investigation.


ACTION AT THE CBF WAS BRIEF AND WITHOUT SEIZURES

The investigation began during the 2024 municipal elections, when businessman Renildo Lima, the parliamentarian's husband, was arrested with R$500,000 in cash , part of which was hidden in his underwear. According to sources close to Samir Xaud, PF agents remained at the CBF headquarters for about 30 minutes. No material was seized during the operation.

In an official statement, the CBF declared: "The operation has no connection with the CBF or Brazilian football, and president Samir Xaud is not the focus of the investigation. The entity has not received any official information about the subject of the investigation . No equipment or materials were taken by the agents. The president remains calm and at the disposal of the authorities for any clarification."



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Gabriel Bortoleto speaks of his admiration for João Fonseca and reveals a bold plan

The only Brazilian driver in Formula 1 says that the tennis player is one of his inspirations in the pursuit of goals in his own career in the sport.

Gabriel Bortoleto reveals great admiration for João Fonseca and wants to be world champion in the next 5 years - Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Gabriel Bortoleto reveals great admiration for João Fonseca and wants to be world champion in the next 5 years - Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

12 Jul 2025 | 14:34 |

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Two young Brazilians on the rise on the international sports scene have demonstrated mutual admiration : 20-year-old driver Gabriel Bortoleto, in his debut season in Formula 1 with Sauber, and 18-year-old tennis player João Fonseca , who competes on the ATP professional circuit.


Gabriel Bortoleto on João Fonseca: "He is incredible"


In an interview with the official F1 website, Bortoleto was asked what career he would pursue if he weren't a driver. His response was good-natured: "I admire a Brazilian, João Fonseca . He's incredible. He's climbing the ATP rankings, and I think he'll be a future star ."


Despite his admiration for tennis, the Brazilian admitted that his experience in the sport is still limited. "Tennis is fascinating, I love watching it and I like the players' mentality , but I don't play it often. I play a lot of padel, but I need to start playing real tennis."

FOCUS ON FORMULA 1


When asked where he sees himself in five years, Bortoleto was blunt: " I'd like to be world champion ." According to him, being in F1 is already part of that process: "The best drivers in the world are here. I've always wanted to be here precisely to fight against them and, who knows, become the best one day."

A native of São Paulo, the driver began his karting career at the age of six and now rubs shoulders with some of the biggest names in motorsports. He also praised his team principal, Mattia Binotto , and highlighted the importance of idols like Ayrton Senna.

FRIENDSHIP WITH VERSTAPPEN

Bortoleto also revealed his closeness with current four-time world champion Max Verstappen. " Max and Ollie Bearman are the two guys I'm closest with in the paddock . I started playing video games with Max, and then we started training together on the simulator, back in the Formula 3 days."

According to the Brazilian, this friendship has evolved, and today the two share time off the track. " We have a group of friends with whom we play simulators . I'm even an ambassador for his team, Team Redline. Since then, we've spent a lot of time together—and it's been a lot of fun."



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Brazilian National Team Coach Carlo Ancelotti Convicted of Tax Fraud in Spain

Sentenced to one year in prison for tax evasion during his time at Real Madrid, Ancelotti will remain free as he is a first-time offender.

Carlo Ancelotti, coach of the Brazilian National Team, is convicted of tax fraud in Spain and fined millions - photo: CBF
Carlo Ancelotti, coach of the Brazilian National Team, is convicted of tax fraud in Spain and fined millions - photo: CBF

09 Jul 2025 | 14:23 |

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Coach Carlo Ancelotti , the current manager of the Brazilian national team, was sentenced by a Spanish court to one year in prison for tax fraud. The sentence relates to the Italian coach's time at the helm of Real Madrid in 2014, when he failed to declare approximately €1 million—a figure now equivalent to approximately R$6.4 million—in income from image rights.


According to information from the newspaper EFE Notícias, in addition to the custodial sentence, Ancelotti was also fined 387 thousand euros (around R$ 2.4 million). As a result of the decision, the coach is prohibited from receiving any type of subsidy or public benefit in Spain for the next three years.


PRISON SENTENCE WAS CONVERTED INTO FREEDOM


Despite the formal conviction, Ancelotti will not serve his sentence in a closed regime. According to Spanish law, sentences of up to two years are usually converted to conditional release when the offender is a first-time offender and not involved in violent crimes. This prerogative applies to the coach, who has no criminal record and will therefore remain free.

So far, the conviction has not directly impacted Carlo Ancelotti's performance as head coach of the Brazilian national team . The coach remains in his position, and the Brazilian Football Confederation ( CBF ) said it has not yet been officially notified of further details of the case.


When contacted by the press, the organization said it was awaiting an official statement from Ancelotti himself. “We are just waiting,” the CBF summarized, without saying whether the episode could change future plans related to the national team’s preparation for the World Cup.

ANCELOTTI'S TRAJECTORY AND EXPECTATIONS

Ancelotti was announced as the coach of the national team with the mission of leading the sports project that aims to win the sixth world championship. With vast experience and spells at major European clubs , the Italian also has the support of the CBF, which is waiting for a legal definition before making any decision.


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