Endrick won’t start for Brazil in their match against the United States this Wednesday. The team’s Monday training session in Orlando hinted at this decision. Despite his recent goal streak, Endrick will be on the bench.
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Coach Dorival has lined up Bento in goal, with Danilo, Marquinhos, Beraldo, and Wendell in defense. The midfield features João Gomes, Bruno Guimarães, and Lucas Paquetá, with Raphinha, Rodrygo, and Vini Jr. up front. This team mirrors the ones who played against England and Spain in March, except Marquinhos replaces the injured Fabrício Bruno.
The team aims to rotate players before Copa América, giving everyone a chance to play. One worry remains: Gabriel Magalhães from Arsenal. Still recovering from a shoulder injury, he trains with some limits.
Brazil’s Copa América campaign starts on June 24 against Costa Rica in California. The squad’s preparation choices and player fitness will be key to their success.
Remembering Zagallo
Sambafoot Series launched a new documentary about the football legend Zagallo. Known as ‘Velho Lobo‘ and as superstitious as it gets, Zagallo helped shape what Brazilian football is nowadays — as a player and as a coach.
Binge the full series, available on Sambafoot’s Youtube channel.
