The coach of the Brazilian selection, Dorival Júnior, announced on Sunday 23rd the composition of the team for its debut at the Copa América.
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This announcement was made during a press conference held in the afternoon in California (evening in Brazil). Defenders Éder Militão and Guilherme Arana will be the new faces added to the team that played against the United States on June 12 in Orlando.
Strategic changes?
“We made some changes, based on the first two matches, to assess the adaptation of the players. These training sessions were crucial in testing more players. Thus, Militão and Arana, as well as Alisson, will be part of the initial composition,” said Dorival Júnior.
Brazil has been preparing intensively since May 30 for this continental competition. In addition to practices, the team played two friendlies, winning 3–2 against Mexico in Texas on June 8 and drawing 1–1 with the United States in Orlando on June 12.
The excitement of the first official competition
Dorival Júnior did not hide his pride and enthusiasm at the idea of participating in his first official competition with the selection.
“It is a great pride to defend the most successful selection in the world, a world reference. Great professionals and players have passed through here, creating an extraordinary history,” said Dorival. “As a coach, I would like to give back to our public the pleasure and joy of supporting a team that gives everything on the pitch,” he added.
Dorival Júnior and his players are determined to start the Copa América on a positive note and deliver a performance that will delight their fans.
Is the Brazilian team ready? We will find out tonight.
