This Friday, Brazil and Bolivia face by the beginning of the South American Qualifiers for the World Cup FIFA, in an exciting match that promises to break records and excite football fans around the world. The Canarinha begins a new stage after its participation in the World Cup in Qatar. The team is under interim command of Fluminense coach Fernando Diniz, who will take over until the Copa América in 2024. The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) plans to hand over control to Carlo Ancelotti at that time.
Brazil vs. Bolivia: confirmed lineups
Brazil: Ederson; Danilo, Marquinhos, Gabriel Magalhães, Renan Lodi; Casemiro, Bruno Guimarães, Neymar; Rodrygo, Raphinha, Richarlison.
Bolivia: Carlos Lampe; Jairo Quinteros, Adrian Jusino, Marcelo Suarez; Diego Medina, Gabriel Villamil, Luciano Ursino, Víctor Ábrego, Miguel Terceros; Jaime Arrascaita, Marcelo Martins Moreno.
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Brazil vs. Bolivia: the preview of the match
The match is shaping up to be an important challenge for both teams, although Brazil, as host, is the undisputed favorite. However, what adds extra excitement to the matchup is the possibility of Neymar Jr. making history.
The talented striker, who recently signed for Al Ahli in Saudi Arabia, is yet to make his debut in the Saudi league, but is ready to leave his mark on football history. Neymar is tied with the legend Pelé on 77 goals in official matches with the Brazilian team. If he manages to score a goal in the match against Bolivia, he will become the top scorer in the history of the Brazilian national team, an achievement that would catapult him to the category of living legend of world football.
This milestone would not only be a personal achievement for Neymar, but also a tribute to the rich football tradition of Brazil, a nation known for producing some of the brightest talents in the history of the beautiful game. The anticipation and excitement among Brazilian fans is palpable as they eagerly wait to witness this historic moment.
On the other hand, Bolivia will not be an easy rival. Although they have historically been considered a more modest team compared to the giants of South American football, the Bolivians have always proven to be a brave and fighting team. In the past, they have surprised their opponents with outstanding performances.
Bolivia also hopes to witness a record, since Marcelo Martins, the team’s captain and top scorer, if he enters the field, will reach 103 games with the national shirt, surpassing Ronald Raldes.
Martins, more focused on the qualifying rounds than on his personal records, declared in Belém that “for the match to be perfect”, Bolivia has to make history and beat Brazil.
However, coach Gustavo Costas plans to reserve some players, to arrive with all his strength for the second date of the qualifiers, when Bolivia will host Argentina, world champions, in La Paz.
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