Title on hold, all eyes ahead: Brazil target “last final” against Venezuela | OneFootball

Even with the continental title now depending solely on Saturday's (28th) game against Venezuela, the bottom team in the South American U-20 Championship, midfielder Kaylane emphasized in an interview after Thursday's (26th) training that the Brazilian National Team sees the match as a special moment. The 1-1 draw with Ecuador in the fourth round of the final hexagonal pushed the decision to the last round and turned the duel with Venezuela into a decisive clash to lift the continental tournament trophy.

The midfielder anticipated the match against a theoretically more relaxed opponent in the standings but stressed that the team is committed to victory and the best performance on the field.

Kaylane during training with the Brazilian U-20 National Team at CARFEM in Ypané, Paraguay Credits: Staff Images / CBF

"We expect to win, to give our best on the field. We knew it would be difficult against Ecuador, now we need to focus on the final, the last game, so we can seek victory," she stated.

When asked about the characteristics she wants the National Team to display on the field, Kaylane mentioned the determination that has been a hallmark of the Amarelinha's campaign, along with focus, concentration, and intensity until the final whistle. According to the player, Brazil needs to maintain an offensive stance, turn possession into goals, and never give up.

"What needs to be done is to score many goals. The whole team is prepared, both those starting and those on the bench. It's truly our final, and we're going all out," she said.

Kaylane during the match against Ecuador in the final hexagonal of the South American U-20 ChampionshipCredits: Staff Images / CBF

The competition, in addition to crowning the continental champion, also serves as a qualifying stage for the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Poland 2026: the top four teams secure a spot in the World Cup. Brazil and Ecuador are already qualified.

Kaylane also highlighted her personal experience in the tournament. This edition is her first South American U-20 Championship. She previously played in her first U-17 World Cup in October 2025, when Brazil, for the first time in history, finished in fourth place.

"It has been very gratifying for me. I hope to have the title as a memory in my first South American Championship," she concluded.

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