Arthur Elias and Lauren discuss upcoming clash with Venezuela | OneFootball

The Brazilian National Team will have another friendly match this Wednesday (4), this time against Venezuela. The match will take place at the Mexican Federation Training Center in Toluca, at 6:30 PM (Brasília time). The team's last training session was held on the afternoon of this Tuesday (3), and before leading the activity, coach Arthur Elias shared what he expects from the match.

“Venezuela is a team that has been aggressive in their marking, has players with international experience and in major clubs. Like all teams, they are also evolving. The advantage of the Brazilian coach on the other side is always knowing the players better individually. On a collective level, everyone studies everyone. We need to focus on what the game is,” he said.

“Brazil and Venezuela was a very difficult game in the Copa América, especially regarding altitude, as the Venezuelans were already adapted. Here (in Toluca) both teams are on the same level in terms of this adaptation. But we also have to take advantage, focus not only on the opponent but on the growth of the Brazilian National Team, give opportunities to the players, and maintain consistency throughout the game,” he added.

Arthur Elias during the Brazilian National Team's training this TuesdayCredits: Lívia Villas Boas/Staff Images/CBF

BACK TO THE NATIONAL TEAM

Defender Lauren, a silver medalist at the 2024 Olympics, had been away from wearing the Yellow Jersey for some time. Called up for this first FIFA Date of 2026, she stated that defending the Brazilian National Team is always an honor.

“It's always very good to be here. It's a joy, a huge honor to wear the Brazil jersey and it always will be. So I am very happy to be here again,” she said.

Lauren during the Brazilian National Team's training this TuesdayCredits: Lívia Villas Boas/Staff Images/CBF

Regarding the upcoming match against Venezuela, the Atlético de Madrid player highlighted that for Brazil, all games are high-level. Therefore, it is important for the team to stay alert to avoid possible mistakes.

“In the National Team, all games are very difficult and competitive, so of course, you have to stay focused during the 90, 100 minutes, or however long the game lasts. Every gap you give the opponent is a scoring opportunity for them. We have to be very attentive to all situations and all moments of the game.”

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