Brazil Squad and Broadcast Details for Friendly Against Australia
Just four days after a 1-1 draw in Townsville, the Brazil national team is set to face Australia again this Tuesday (29) in Brisbane. Coach Carlo Ancelotti has planned several adjustments in both lineup and tactics as he aims for victory in this second game of the current FIFA window and early World Cup cycle.
Match Details
- Date and Time: Tuesday, 7 a.m. Brasília time
- Location: Brisbane, Australia
- Broadcast: TV Globo, sportv, and ge tv
- Referee: Yusuke Araki (Japan)
Lineup and Tactical Shifts
After narrowly avoiding defeat with a stoppage-time equalizer by young Rayan in the first match, Ancelotti is making seven changes to the starting eleven. The formation will shift to a 4-3-3 setup. A notable move is placing Raphinha as the center-forward, mimicking his role at Barcelona this season.
The defensive lineup sees a complete overhaul with the inclusion of Otávio, Vanderson, Jair, Gabriel Magalhães, and Mauro Júnior. In midfield, Gabriel Bontempo partners with Danilo and Bruno Guimarães.
"The criticism does not change what I think about the future. I really liked the young players who are here. We have a future, despite the criticism," said Ancelotti during the pre-match press conference.
Australia's Outlook
Australia's coach Tony Popovic praised his squad's effort in the first clash and stressed the challenge of maintaining a high level against a strong team like Brazil. He acknowledged Australia's international experience is less but expects his team to push hard for another strong showing.
Historical Head-to-Head Record
This fixture marks the tenth meeting between these two nations. The record favors Brazil clearly:
- Brazil wins: 6
- Draws: 2
- Australia wins: 1
