Football star Neymar Jr. has made his statement at a police station in Rio de Janeiro following allegations of assault against a woman.
The Brazilian forward denied the claims made by Najila Trindade who appeared on Brazilian TV saying she wanted justice.
MasterCard has suspended their advertising campaign with the 27-year-old and sports brand Nike, which also sponsors him said they are "very concerned" and "will continue to closely monitor the situation."
West Ham sack head coach Lopetegui
West Ham United have sacked head coach Julen Lopetegui, the Premier League club said on Wednesday, with the London side 14th in the standings after 20 matches.
Rybakina to defend title at Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open
Reigning champion Elena Rybakina will defend her title at the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open, taking place from February 1-8 at the International Tennis Centre, Zayed Sports City.
Deschamps confirms he will leave France job after 2026 World Cup
France coach Didier Deschamps confirmed on Wednesday he will leave the national team after the 2026 World Cup, saying it was time to stop.
Newcastle stun Arsenal to close in on League Cup final
Alexander Isak scored his 50th goal for Newcastle United as Eddie Howe's side took a huge step towards the League Cup final with a 2-0 victory at Arsenal on Tuesday.
Dubai Basketball strengthens roster with top talent
Dubai Basketball have bolstered their roster with a double signing of French super star centre Jerry Boutsiele and top European talent guard Kosta Kondić.
The UAE has added 11 individuals and 8 UK-based entities to its terrorism list due to their connections to the Muslim Brotherhood.
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and the UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister, praised the Armed Forces for their crucial role as guardians of the nation’s progress.
The UAE has strongly condemned the publication of an alleged "historic Israel" map by official accounts linked to the Israeli government, which includes parts of the Occupied Palestinian Territory, Jordan, Lebanon and Syria.
