Welcome back to the Brazil Sports newsletter! This week, one year after the fire that killed ten youth players at the club’s training ground, Flamengo come in for widespread criticism for their handling of the one-year anniversary. We also have a look at Brazil’s Olympic football generation, who booked their place in Tokyo with a big win over the weekend. Finally, the Armed Forces have seen drastic funding cuts to their acclaimed sporting programs. Enjoy your read!
Flamengo cause outrage in anniversary of youth team tragedy
Rio de Janeiro football club Flamengo had an illustrious 2019, winning the Brazilian...