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It’s done and dusted. Despite occasional bumps along the way and no Neymar, Brazil did the expected and won their ninth Copa América, extending their perfect record as hosts in the process.
It’s a win with big implications for the team and its coach, so this will be the first of two articles on the campaign. This time, we’ll break down the performance. Next time, a look at what’s next.
Continue readingAfter a grueling Copa América campaign, we face our toughest foe: a side [checks notes] we beat 5-0 two weeks ago?
Brazil vs. Peru
Maracanã, Rio de Janeiro, July 7, 2019
Kickoff: 4:00 PM EDT / 5:00 PM BRT / 8:00 PM GMT
US TV / Streaming: Telemundo, Globo international feed, ESPN+, FuboTV
Likely Starting Lineup: Alisson; Dani Alves (C), Thiago Silva, Miranda, Filipe Luís (Alex Sandro); Casemiro, Arthur, Coutinho; Everton, Roberto Firmino, Gabriel Jesus.
Injury Notes: Despite the rash of injuries in the second half against Argentina, only Willian is out of tomorrow’s game. Filipe Luís’s fitness is still somewhat in doubt, so Alex Sandro may take his place in the starting lineup once again. If he does, it would be the first time since the World Cup that Tite has used the same lineup in consecutive games.
Continue readingThe old rivals darken our doorstep once more.
Brazil vs. Paraguay
Mineirão, Belo Horizonte, July 2, 2019
Kickoff: 8:30 PM EDT / 9:30 PM BRT / 12:30 AM GMT
US TV / Streaming: Telemundo, Globo international feed, ESPN+, FuboTV
Likely Starting Lineup: Alisson; Dani Alves (C), Thiago Silva, Marquinhos, Filipe Luís; Casemiro, Arthur, Coutinho; Everton, Roberto Firmino, Gabriel Jesus.
Injury Notes: Richarlison was liberated from quarantine and has rejoined the team. Filipe Luís is questionable with a calf injury, but he did take part in the final training session; whether he’ll start is still in doubt. There’s no word on whether Fernandinho will be fit.
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