EghtesadOnline: Just as European soccer authorities were beginning to get a warm, fuzzy feeling about their success at defeating the game's dependence on wealthy owners who spent irresponsibly to bolster their reputations, a single player's transfer brought home the stark reality: Soccer is no closer to financial sustainability. It is as wedded as ever to the easy money.

EghtesadOnline: Neymar ’s imminent record transfer to French soccer team Paris Saint-Germain is a milestone for a club determined to win Europe’s top silverware. It’s also seen as a political statement by its wealthy owner: Qatar.

EghtesadOnline: Neymar shed tears of joy after delivering Brazil's first men's soccer gold medal with the winning penalty in a 5-4 shootout triumph over Germany after a thrilling final ended in a draw following extra-time on Saturday.