In the soccer journey of Brazil in 2023, they have encountered formidable challenges, grappling with defeats in five out of nine games. Recently, at the Maracanã, we witnessed a similar struggle against Argentina, adding to losses suffered against Morocco, Senegal, Uruguay, and Colombia. This marked a disheartening 55.5% defeat rate, signifying the team’s bleakest performance since 1940.
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The tribulations of the year extend beyond mere numbers. Brazil’s football woes reached a crescendo, experiencing a higher percentage of losses. The Qualifiers posed a stern test, with the national squad amassing only seven points after six rounds leaving them at the sixth spot.
As we look deeper, we find a narrative of despair including a relentless sequence of four winless games and three consecutive defeats — a lamentable first in the history of the Qualifiers. Defensive liabilities emerged as Brazil conceded seven goals in a mere six games, eclipsing their previous total from all preceding qualifiers.
Here is a glance at the outcomes of 2023 showcasing a rollercoaster of emotions:
– Morocco 2 x 1 Brazil (LOSS)
– Brazil 4 x 1 Guinea (WIN)
– Brazil 2 x 4 Senegal (LOSS)
– Brazil 5 x 1 Bolivia (WIN)
– Peru 0 x 1 Brazil (WIN)
– Brazil 1 x 1 Venezuela (DRAW)
– Uruguay 2 x 0 Brazil (LOSS)
– Colombia 2 x 1 Brazil (LOSS)
– Brazil x Argentina (LOSS)
Amidst this soccer saga, Brazil looks to the future with a resolve for improvement. March 2024 promises friendlies against Spain and England, providing an opportunity for redemption.
The Brazilian Football Confederation harbors hopes for change, anticipating the potential arrival of Carlo Ancelotti in the middle of the year, signaling a potential shift from Fernando Diniz’s leadership.
