World Cup: Ancelotti keeps 2 Flamengo men in Brazil XI v Japan | OneFootball

Which Flamengo players could start in Brazil vs Japan?

Brazil’s national team returns to the field this Monday (29) to face Japan in the Round of 32 of the World Cup. With that in mind, coach Carlo Ancelotti wrapped up Brazil’s preparations with two Flamengo players in the likely starting lineup: Danilo and Lucas Paquetá.

What is Brazil’s likely lineup?

Alisson; Danilo, Marquinhos, Gabriel Magalhães and Douglas Santos; Casemiro, Bruno Guimarães, Lucas Paquetá; Rayan, Matheus Cunha and Vini Jr.

Brazil finished its preparations to face Japan this Sunday (28), holding its final training session before the match. That way, Danilo, who has secured the starting spot at right-back, and Lucas Paquetá, one of Brazil’s standout players at the World Cup, are expected to remain in the Seleção’s starting lineup.

What is the article author’s opinion on Brazil’s likely lineup?

“Brazil’s likely lineup against Japan shows a balanced team, with defensive security, experience in midfield, and speed in attack. One of the positives is Lucas Paquetá, who has been playing very well alongside Vini Jr and could be an important piece in creating chances,” he began.

“Another highlight is Danilo, who has earned trust at right-back and gives the defensive sector more solidity. Overall, I see a strong, competitive lineup capable of dictating the tempo against an organized and dangerous Japanese team,” concluded Davi Esteves, journalist for Coluna do Fla.

Which other Flamengo players are available to Ancelotti?

Besides Danilo and Paquetá, two other Flamengo players are available to the Brazilian national team. Alex Sandro is competing with Douglas Santos for the spot at left-back, while Léo Pereira is hoping to get his first minutes in a Brazil shirt at the World Cup.

Does Brazil have any absences against Japan?

Yes! Brazil will still be without Raphinha against Japan. The No. 11 did not travel to Houston, Texas, and will remain in New Jersey undergoing intensive treatment for an injury to the hamstring in his right thigh.

When do Brazil and Japan face off?

The match between Brazil and Japan takes place this Monday (29), in the Round of 32 of the World Cup. The ball starts rolling at 2pm (Brasília time), at NGR Stadium in Houston.

As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details of the match between Brazil and Japan through the website, YouTube and on social media. However, Globo (free-to-air TV), SBT (free-to-air TV), SporTV (pay TV channel), and CazéTV (YouTube) will broadcast the match.

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