Copa Libertadores semis: Flamengo gamble; River Plate faves over Boca
The second leg of the Copa Libertadores semis has plenty of intrigue. Will Flamengo be fresh against Gremio? And can River Plate keep Boca at bay?
2019 Season
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2019 Schedule
11-8-8, 7th in Brazilian Serie A
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Curtain closes on the first act of a Copa classic
Gremio, in truth, barely deserved their 1-1 draw with Flamengo on Wednesday, but the neutrals did. The stage is now set for a classic second leg.
VAR overrules three Flamengo goals in Copa draw with Gremio
Gremio survived intense pressure and a string of favourable VAR decisions to grab an equaliser and rescue a 1-1 draw against Flamengo.
Liverpool 'beatable' in Club World Cup - Gremio
Gremio president Romildo Bolzan Jr. has said potential FIFA Club World Cup opponents Liverpool are "beatable."
Transfer Talk: Arsenal plot move for new Brazil star Everton
Brazil international Everton is a man in demand. Will Arsenal convince the Gremio player to move to the Emirates? Transfer Talk has the latest.
United eye Brazilian striker Everton - sources
Manchester United's South American scouts have been watching Everton, who has also been linked with Manchester City.
Gremio lose Copa appeal, CONMEBOL fines River
Argentine side River Plate were confirmed as Copa Libertadores finalists on Saturday after CONMEBOL threw out an appeal by Gremio.
Brazilian football exposed by Copa Libertadores failures
Considering the financial advantage that Brazilian teams enjoy over the rest of CONMEBOL, it's incredible that they have missed another Copa final.
Gremio want River's Copa semi win overturned
CONMEBOL said on Wednesday it will look into coach Marcelo Gallardo's actions during River Plate's Copa Libertadores win against Gremio.
River rally, endure 14-min injury time to make final
After a VAR review, a late goal on a penalty and 14 minutes of stoppage time, River Plate booked their ticket to the Copa Libertadores final.
Copa Libertadores semis going down to the wire
In tight, home and away knockout clashes, the fireworks are often reserved for the second match -- and that is the way it looks in the Copa Lib.
Gremio seize chance, pragmatic Palmeiras suffer in Copa
Palmeiras head back to Brazil stunned by a 2-0 loss to Boca Juniors, while Gremio snatched a 1-0 victory over River Plate.
Libertadores down to battle of the giants
While Real Madrid wobble and tremble, South America is in the process of crowning a champion who will travel in confidence to the Club World Cup.
VAR turns a Copa Libertadores quarterfinal
Atletico Tucuman were in it against Gremio until a video replay led to a red card and, eventually, a 2-0 defeat.
Gremio edge through as Santos exit in disgrace
Defending champions Gremio of Brazil were almost ousted in the Copa Libertadores quarterfinal stages, while Santos departed on a sour note.
Neymar helped convince Arthur to pick Barca
Paris Saint-Germain forward Neymar helped convince Arthur Melo to join Barcelona this summer, the former Gremio player has revealed.
Barca's Arthur deal to wait until 2019 - Gremio
Gremio have insisted that Barcelona-bound midfielder Arthur will not leave before December when the Brazilian season ends.
Corinthians players give $3k to hotel workers
Corinthians donated $3,000 to hotel staffers in Venezuela before their Copa Libertadores match because of the economic crisis in the country.
Renato proving to be a gifted manager
Don't let Renato Portaluppi's laid-back demeanour fool you. He is one of Brazil's most gifted up-and-coming managers.
Barcelona reassure Arthur over transfer
Arthur Melo says Barcelona have phoned to reassure him his move to Camp Nou is still on after reports claimed they may pull out of the deal.
Dortmund tracking Gremio's Bobsin - sources
Borussia Dortmund are showing interest in Gremio's 18-year-old defensive midfielder Victor Bobsin, sources have told ESPN FC.
Tension in the Gremio vs Internacional derby
Internacional and Gremio captains, Andres D'Alessandro and Maicon Souza, needed to be restrained by officials before the Brazilian city derby.
Barcelona agree €30m deal to sign Arthur
As part of the agreement, Barca say they have the right to sign Arthur in July for an upfront fee of €30m plus an additional €9m in potential add-ons.
Is Arthur Barca's next Iniesta?
As full-time inches closer to the illustrious career of Andres Iniesta, Barcelona are on the verge of signing his heir apparent in Gremio's Arthur.
Arthur nervous amid Barca-Gremio talks
Representatives of Brazilian club Gremio flew to Barcelona on Monday with the aim of finalising a deal for 21-year-old.
2019 Bras Table
| TEAM | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flamengo | 27 | 20 | 4 | 3 | +35 | 64 |
| Palmeiras | 27 | 15 | 9 | 3 | +21 | 54 |
| Santos | 27 | 15 | 6 | 6 | +12 | 51 |
| São Paulo | 27 | 12 | 10 | 5 | +10 | 46 |
| Corinthians | 27 | 11 | 11 | 5 | +10 | 44 |
| Internacional | 27 | 12 | 6 | 9 | +7 | 42 |
| Grêmio | 27 | 11 | 8 | 8 | +14 | 41 |
| Bahia | 27 | 11 | 8 | 8 | +6 | 41 |
| Athletico-PR | 27 | 11 | 6 | 10 | +9 | 39 |
| Goiás | 27 | 11 | 5 | 11 | -10 | 38 |
| Vasco da Gama | 27 | 10 | 7 | 10 | -6 | 37 |
| Atlético-MG | 27 | 10 | 5 | 12 | -3 | 35 |
| Botafogo | 27 | 10 | 3 | 14 | -5 | 33 |
| Fortaleza | 27 | 9 | 4 | 14 | -7 | 31 |
| Ceará | 27 | 8 | 5 | 14 | -2 | 29 |
| Fluminense | 27 | 8 | 5 | 14 | -10 | 29 |
| Cruzeiro | 27 | 6 | 10 | 11 | -12 | 28 |
| CSA | 27 | 6 | 8 | 13 | -21 | 26 |
| Chapecoense | 27 | 3 | 8 | 16 | -21 | 17 |
| Avaí | 27 | 3 | 8 | 16 | -27 | 17 |
2019 Team LeadersBrazilian Serie A
- Goals
- Assists
RankingsBrazilian Serie A
Goal Difference143rd
Goals Scored442nd
Assists372nd
Goals Conceded30Tied-10th