The sale is a record for the Brazilian footballing great, but far from the most expensive piece of sporting memorabilia.
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Norway are one of only three countries Brazil have faced at a World Cup without registering at least one victory.
Several games in the 2026 World Cup have already ended in dramatic penalty shootouts.
Brazil fans at a fan fest on Rio de Janeiro celebrated after their team overturned Japan’s early lead and won 2-1.
Martinelli’s stoppage-time goal in Houston takes the five-time champions to the Round of 16, breaking Japanese hearts.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32 pits South American giants Brazil against Asian heavyweights Japan in Houston.
Three Brazilians with a combined age of 316 have been recognised as the world’s longest-living trio of sisters.
Brazil beat Scotland as Vinicius Jr scored first two goals and Neymar returned to seal top spot in World Cup group.
Scotland fans have gathered in their thousands ahead of a blockbuster World Cup clash with Brazil.
