Brazil’s election turns football into a political battleground

Wall Street Turkish - International (English) · Oct 23, 2026 · 1m

Brazil’s election has spilled into the world of football, with players, clubs, and the national team's iconic yellow shirt becoming entangled in political debates. A key point of contention is an island that striker Richarlison claims to have purchased, which he says was later taken by a lawyer after he refused to sell it. The lawyer, Willer Tomaz, denies this account, stating that Richarlison is fabricating the story and that he holds a public deed registered at a notary’s office. Flávio Bolsonaro has denied any involvement with the island matter, calling Richarlison’s comments…