Dorival Júnior defined his first line-up in command of the Brazilian National Team. The coach makes his debut this Saturday, in a friendly against England, at Wembley.
In addition to the coach, five other players will have the chance to defend Brazil’s colors for the first time. Goalkeeper Bento, defenders Beraldo and Fabrício Bruno, full-back Wendell and midfielder João Gomes were named among the starters.
Names already known to the fans, such as Danilo, Bruno Guimarães, Lucas Paquetá, Vinícius Júnior and Rodrygo remain on the team.
Thus, the Selection will have: Bento, Danilo, Fabrício Bruno, Beraldo and Wendell; Bruno Guimarães, João Gomes and Lucas Paquetá; Vinícius Jr, Rodrygo and Raphinha.
TEAM DEFINED! 💚💛
Dorival Júnior selected the Brazilian team for the friendly against England, at Wembley, at 4pm. It will be the coach’s first at the helm of Amarelinha! 👏🇧🇷
Up, Brazil! 💪#BRAxING #PassionForAmarelinha pic.twitter.com/rGvJTFlq7K
— CBF Futebol (@CBF_Futebol) March 23, 2024
It is worth remembering that Dorival Júnior had to make five cuts for this FIFA date. Goalkeeper Ederson, defenders Gabriel Magalhães and Marquinhos, midfielder Casemiro and striker Gabriel Martinelli were banned due to injury.
On the other side, coach Gareth Southgate also has problems. Top scorer Harry Kane will not play as he continues to treat an ankle injury. Henderson, Saka, Alexander-Arnold, Trippier and Reece James are other casualties.
With this, England goes to the field with: Pickford; Walker, Stones, Maguire e Chilwell; Rice, Gallagher e Bellingham; Foden, Gordon e Watkins.
Tonight’s #ThreeLions to face Brazil! 💪 pic.twitter.com/Y9o4fmJKhx
— England (@England) March 23, 2024
The ball rolls onto the lawn of Wembley Stadium, in London, starting at 4 pm (Brasília time).
Source: Gazetaesportiva
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