Lyan Araújo awaits Brazil Under-17 debut | OneFootball

Lyan Araújo in action during the National Team training sessionCredits: Nelson Terme /CBF

Bahia forward Lyan Araújo can hardly wait to make his debut for the Brazil U-17 National Team. The player is one of the 23 called up by head coach Carlos Eduardo Patetuci for the South American Championship in the category.

“First of all, I thank God for the opportunity, and my family as well, who have always supported me. My expectations are very good, and the group has been training hard,” he said.

The Brazil U-17 National Team will make its debut against Bolivia. The match will take place on Saturday (4), at 8 p.m., at Estádio Ameliano, in Villeta. Lyan highlighted the opponent’s strengths.

“Bolivia is also a good, organized team, and they are strong. Their full-back always supports on the right side. We have to be careful,” he warned.

NATIONAL TEAM TRAINING

The team led by head coach Carlos Eduardo Patetuci trained with greater intensity in its second session in Paraguay. The players took part in tactical and technical activities. Game concepts were put into practice.

The preparation for the match will be completed on Friday (3), when Carlos Eduardo Patetuci will outline the team he will field in the opener.

Brazil U-17 National Team trainingCredits: Nelson Terme /CBF

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