Chasing a Soccer Dream All the Way to Brazil

After graduating from Princeton, an American soccer player traveled to South America chasing his dream of becoming a professional player in one of the game’s hotbeds.

Rafael replaces Alves in Brazil squad

RIO DE JANEIRO (Reuters) - Manchester United right back Rafael was called up by Brazil on Friday to take the place of injured Barcelona defender Daniel Alves. Rafael was included in coach Mano Menezes' squad for four friendlies taking place this month and next, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) said. His inclusion brings to 18 the number of players in the 23-man squad within the under ...

Arnal Dayaratna: Mano Menezes Omits Ronaldinho in Favor of Youth For Brazil Friendlies Before Olympics

Brazil soccer coach Mano Menezes announced a list of 23 players for Brazil's upcoming friendlies against Denmark, the United States, Mexico and Argentina.

Britain to host Brazil in Olympic soccer warmup

LONDON (AP) Britain's men's Olympic soccer team will play an exhibition against Brazil as it prepares for a first appearance at the Summer Games in 52 years.

Brazil looks to flex its sailing might in London

SAO PAULO (Reuters) - Brazil is known as a soccer powerhouse. But if Olympic medals are any measure, it might just as well be known as the country of sailing. The South American nation has enjoyed more success on the water than in any other discipline and Robert Scheidt is one of its biggest names. While not quite the household character in Brazil that former soccer ace Ronaldo is, he's not far ...