Neymar has apologized for a red card that he says cost Santos a victory in the Brazilian league. He says “desperation” to score led to the mistake in what could be his final match with the club.

Neymar has spoken about the impact Diego Maradona had on his career after meeting him as a child but his bid to emulate the late Argentine great's "Hand of God" goal backfired on Sunday when he was sent off in what could be his last game for Santos.

Luiz Araujo scored twice as leaders Flamengo romped to a 5-0 home victory over Fortaleza in Brazil's Serie A championsh