Former star footballer jailed in Brazil for rape

IMAGE: Police arrested former soccer player Robinho in the Brazilian city of Santos. Photograph: Murad Sezer/reuters Former soccer player Robinho was arrested by Brazilian federal police on......

Brazil striker Robinho given 9-year term for rape in Italy

IMAGE: Robinho during a training session. Photograph: Toru Hanai/Files/Reuters An Italian court sentenced former AC Milan and Brazil forward Robinho in absentia to nine years in prison on Thursday......

Soccer updates! United to continue without De Gea

Rediff.com compiles the latest news and results from the English Premier League, and other news and updates from the world of soccer Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal, right, with David De......

Robinho leaves Santos, expected to join Guangzhou

Brazilian player Robinho arrives at Guarulhos International airport in Sao Paulo. Photograph: Paulo Whitaker/Reuters Brazil forward Robinho ended his third spell at Santos with local media......

What caused Brazil's Copa America exit in quarter-finals

Brazil's players watch during a penalty shooutout against Paraguay. Photograph: Andres Stapff/Reuters Brazil coach Dunga blamed a virus that hit several players for his team's early elimination......