Lucas Paquetá scores the qualifying goal for the 22nd World Cup for the Brazilian team
Brazil is in the Cup! After remaining in the qualifiers, with a campaign of 11 victories and only one draw, the Brazilian team confirmed mathematically and in advance the dispute for another world championship. Brazil is the only time that has participated in all 22 editions of the World Cup, and the only one to achieve the fifth championship.
The 1-0 victory over Colombia, at Neo Química Arena, in São Paulo, made Tite’s team reach 34 points in 12 matches, the team leading the way in the South American qualifiers. Followed by Argentina (25), Ecuador (20) and Chile (16), Brazil does not leave the group of the first four until the 18th and final round. Colombia, with 16 points, is in fifth place.
After a first half with clear chances, coach Tite messed with the team at halftime. The entry of Vinicius Junior, Antony, and Matheus Cunha provided more game volume for the hosts.
On minute 26, Marquinhos intercepted Tesillo’s throw and played for Neymar. From the first, the number 10 shirt passed to Lucas Paquetá to submit in front of Ospina, who still touched the ball, but did not avoid Brazil’s goal.
As Tite’s changes took effect, and the Seleção also evolved in the second half, without taking greater risks in the defense field. In the last chance of the match, in a counterattack move, Vinícius Jr. played with Neymar and even dribbled Ospina, but ended up unbalancing.
Next Tuesday, Brazil will go to Argentina to face the hosts, for the 14th round of the qualifiers. The ball will roll at 8:30 pm EDT at the San Juan Del Bicentenary Stadium in San Juan.
