With Neymar watching from afar, it was Philippe Coutinho who came through for Brazil in the Copa America opener. Coutinho scored twice as Brazil overcame half-time jeers at the Morumbi.

Lionel Messi's quest for international silverware got off to a nightmare start against Colombia in the Copa America on Saturday night, as Colombia prevailed in Salvador.

Qatar fought their way back from two goals down to draw 2-2 with Paraguay in their first ever Copa America game, proving they will be no pushovers in the tournament by pulling off a thrilling revival.

Despite knowing he can play no part in a potential trophy-winning tournament, the Paris Saint-Germain ace was all smiles as he reunited with players and staff at their base in Sao Paulo.

After picking up just one point from their opening two games, Argentina needed to win to progress and they managed to do so courtesy of goals from Lautaro Martinez and Sergio Aguero.

Brazilian star Neymar was ruled out of Copa America just over a week before the opening match after limping out of a friendly against Qatar with the untimely injury.

Brazil star, who left for France for a world-record fee of £198m two years ago, has been linked with a return to La Liga giants. A possible summer move away does not look to be on the cards.

His performances have caught the attention of the Catalan giants, who are now preparing to pay his £100m release cause to bring him to the Nou Camp, according to Corriere dello Sport.

Arsenal have completed the signing of Brazilian 18-year-old Gabriel Martinelli. The youngster is one of the most promising talents in his homeland and bases his game on Cristiano Ronaldo.  

TOM SANDERSON AT THE MARACANA: In front of 70,000 revellers at the Maracana, Brazil prolonged their record of having won the Copa America each time they have hosted.

Peru would have been looking to achieve some measure of revenge when they came up against Tite's team on Tuesday evening after losing 3-1 to them in the competition's showpiece in July.

Italy are eager to convince Arsenal prospect Gabriel Martinelli to represent them instead of Brazil. Martinelli was born in Brazil and was called up to a training camp ahead of the Copa America.

Argentina and Brazil lock horns for the 111th time in Saudi Arabia to renew one of football's most iconic rivalries. Sportsmail has put together an all-time combined XI ahead of Friday's clash.

Lionel Messi rarely needs a second invitation to score but that is exactly what he got as he scored from the rebound of his missed penalty to ensure Argentina beat Brazil out in Saudi Arabia.

He has been convinced by Estudiantes chairman and former United midfielder Juan Sebastian Veron that he can revive his career there and claim his place back in the national side ahead of Copa America.

Marcos Rojo hopes to come back and revive his Manchester United career after his loan spell at Estudiantes, says manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.

Prince Charles and Prince William have told Harry and Meghan that if they wanted to come back to Britain they could do so, without taking on any official duties, a source told The Sunday Times.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have posted an Instagram story announcing a their new mental health charity collaboration.

Ahead of the publication of her new book on modern manners, Princess Marie-Chantal of Greece, 51, spoke to Town & Country magazine about thank you notes and navigating dietary requirements.

The Duchess of Corwall faced a battle with the icy winds as she arrived at a food market in Leicester today.

The 51-year-old Danish royal sustained a 'minor injury' to his left shoulder on the slopes at Verbier in Switzerland last week. He is being treated at a highly specialised hospital in Copenhagen, Denmark.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle could earn over £85,000 per post as part of their bid to become financially independent, boasting almost twice the earning power of Prince William and Kate.

Prince William, 37 and Kate Middleton, 38, will make their first visit to Ireland between Tuesday 3 and Thursday 5 March and will visit Dublin, County Meath, and County Kildare during that time.

Prince Harry, 35, and Meghan Markle, 38, posted to their Instagram account SussexRoyal to mark the nation's holiday, which celebrates the patron saint of Wales.

It will be the first time the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have appeared with the royal family since their bombshell Megxit announcement in January, and their last before they quit royal life.

Dior at the V&A has drawn crowds and accolades, but the Mary Quant retrospective in the gallery next door is the first to make me shed tears.

She's often compared to Kim Kardashian due to their remarkably similar looks.

Married At First Sight's Martha Kalifatidis has made even more enemies after attending at the Logie Awards on Sunday night.

She earned herself a reputation as a 'mean girl' on Married At First Sight.

Only eight Married At First Sight stars attended Sunday night's Logie Awards.

Tony Martin reprised his voiceover duties at the 2019 Logie Awards, but his controversial style divided viewers watching at home. 

It's the unlikely celebrity feud that everybody is talking about.

Martha Kalifatidis has hit back at the cast of Sunrise as they accused her elbowing David Koch in the ribs at the Logies'. 

Married At First Sight star Jules Robinson, 37, just attended her first Logie Awards on Sunday night.

The eight Married At First Sight stars who attended the Logie Awards on Sunday night may have had to pay their own way.

Married At First Sight stars Heidi Latcham, 38, and Mike Gunner, 44, had an 'awkward' reunion at the Logie Awards. 

Married at First Sight's Jessika Power has labelled Martha Kalifatidis a 'hypocrite', after she described Sunrise hosts Samantha Armytage and David Koch as 'bullies'.

After three days of solid feuding with the Sunrise breakfast team over claims she elbowed host David Koch in the ribs at the Logie awards,MAFS star Martha is showing no signs of backing down. 

The feud between the Sunrise breakfast team and MAFS star Martha Kalifatidis over claims she elbowed host David 'Kochie' Koch in the ribs at the Logies could be coming to an end. 

Martha Kalifatidis' feud with the Sunrise breakfast team shows no sign of slowing down

Sunrise host Samantha Armytage has taken another cruel swipe at Married At First Sight star Martha Kalifatidis, as their bizarre feud continues to make headlines.

Married at First Sight's Martha Kalifatidis is heading to Europe and wants to 'collaborate' with brands while she is on holiday. 

Jules Robinson appears to have reignited her feud with Married at First Sight co-star Martha Kalifatidis. 

Did Martha Kalifatidis really 'elbow' David Koch in the ribs on the Logies red carpet?

'No-one elbowed anyone at the Logies. I don't think anyone got elbowed. I think it's a made-up story,' Jules told camera crew after landing at Sydney Airport on Thursday.

An explosive new video appears to support claims that Martha Kalifatidis was indeed 'pushy' while attending the Logie Awards.

Married At First Sight's Jules Robinson and Cameron Merchant hit the gym in Sydney after the Logie Awards

He has become locked in a bitter feud with Martha Kalifatidis after claiming that the MAFS villain 'elbowed' him on the red carpet at the Logies. 

On the fifth day of Elbowgate my mother gave to me - some burning sage leaves.

She's been at the centre of scandal this week, after David Koch claimed she 'elbowed' him on the Logies red carpet.