Arthur Elias expects a physical clash between Brazil women and England

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·23 October 2025

Arthur Elias expects a physical clash between Brazil women and England

Arthur Elias, coach of the Brazilian Women's National Team, spoke about the Canarinho's preparation for the friendly against England, which will be played this Saturday at 1:30 pm (Brasília time) at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester. The coach anticipates a physical and tactical duel against the current European champions.

“We held two training sessions, the first focused on recovery, and the second we pushed a bit more: we opened up the field, played a scrimmage, and prepared well the options we have for the game,” said Arthur Elias in an interview with CBF TV.

Although it is a friendly, the match has a revenge atmosphere. In 2023, at the Women's Finalissima, Brazil drew 1-1 with England, but ended up losing 4-2 on penalties. This Saturday's match once again brings together the two continental champions: Brazil, Copa América champions, and England, Euro champions.

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Tactical and Physical Duel

Aware of the rivalry between the teams, Arthur Elias highlighted the high technical and physical level of the match. In addition, the coach praised the evolution of women's football in both countries.

“There is always rivalry when we talk about great football schools. Brazil and England are teams that, even without major titles like the World Cup or Olympics, have been standing out in recent championships. England especially in Europe, and Brazil, which had a great Olympics, has a history that the whole world respects. They have a great team, with high-level players and an excellent coach,” said the coach.

“It will be a clash between elite women's football teams. The rivalry is natural between continental champions. The game will be balanced, very strong physically and interesting tactically, as these are teams that play with different styles,” he added.

Focus on the 2027 World Cup

Just like Bia Zaneratto, who returned after a long period away due to injury, Arthur Elias reinforced that the main goal of the National Team is the 2027 World Cup, which will be held in Brazil.

“I have always made it clear that, after the Olympics, our big goal is the World Cup at home. We come from winning the Copa América and, today, out of the 24 players, only 12 participated in that campaign. We have important returns, five debuts in this FIFA window, so it is a process of giving opportunities to many athletes,” he explained.

Brazilian National Team's Schedule

After winning the 2025 Copa América over Colombia, the National Team continues with high morale and seeks to consolidate its evolution under Arthur Elias's leadership. The team's third training session is scheduled for Thursday (23rd), again in Manchester.

After the match against England, the National Team delegation will head to Italy. On next Tuesday, at 1:15 pm, the Canarinho will face Azzurra in a friendly at the Ennio Tardini, in Parma.

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