Vinicius Takes Charge as Rodrygo Excluded from Brazil’s Starting XI Against Japan
Brazil is gearing up for the World Cup under the guidance of Carlo Ancelotti. The team is set to face Japan in a friendly match at the Ajinomoto Stadium in Tokyo. This encounter follows Brazil’s recent success against South Korea. Ancelotti has achieved three victories in five matches since his appointment.
Match Details
The friendly match against Japan will showcase the evolving Brazilian team as Ancelotti experiments with the lineup. The match will be a crucial test of the team’s capabilities ahead of the World Cup.
Confirmed Lineups
Both teams have announced their starting lineups for the match:
- Japan: Suzuki, Taniguchi, Watanabe, Sano, Minamino, Doan, Nakamura, Kamada, Ueda, Kubo, and Suzuki.
- Brazil: Souza, Paulo Henrique, Bruno, Beraldo, Carlos Augusto, Casemiro, Guimaraes, Paquetá, Luiz Henrique, Vini Jr, and Martinelli.
Key Players
Vinicius Jr takes charge as the standout player for Brazil, while Rodrygo has been excluded from the starting eleven. This decision highlights the tactical changes Ancelotti is implementing in anticipation of the World Cup.
Team Adjustments
Ancelotti has made significant alterations to the squad, with eight new players introduced compared to the last match against South Korea. Only Casemiro, Bruno Guimarães, and Vinicius Jr retain their positions from the previous game.
This friendly match against Japan not only serves as a preparation for Brazil’s World Cup campaign but also allows Ancelotti to finalize his strategies and roster.
