Cunha: Thrashing sets standard, praises Brazil’s commitment | OneFootball

Matheus Cunha was one of Brazil’s new faces for the match against South Korea this Friday in Seoul. The Manchester United striker was part of the Seleção’s attacking quartet and did not disappoint, contributing to the 5-0 thrashing in the first of two friendlies during this October FIFA window.

After the match, Cunha analyzed the performance of the canarinho team and believes that Friday’s display should serve as a standard of excellence in preparation for the World Cup.

“The key to the game was commitment. The more commitment we have, the more the individual talent will shine. I’m very happy to see the boys shining, to contribute. Without a doubt, the most important thing is to come out victorious with the performance we had today,” said Matheus Cunha.

The Manchester United striker played alongside Vinícius Júnior, Estêvão, and Rodrygo. Even with a very offensive formation, the Brazilian team did not suffer in defense, as the quartet was fundamental in neutralizing the opponents’ attacks, pressing the South Koreans’ ball out with precision.

“We were very committed, we went out to press high, just as Mister [Ancelotti] asked us. But, Korea has its merits, they played out from the back, and we stayed focused, doing what he asked, and then the individual talent showed. We managed to put the game plan into practice,” he continued.

“Mister deserves credit for getting the best out of each player, regardless of position. He knows how to distinguish where each one can play their best football. We did very well, and we hope to continue like this,” he added.

Brazil will be back on the field next Tuesday at 7:30 a.m. (Brasília time), when they face Japan at the Ajinomoto Stadium in Tokyo, wrapping up their commitments in this October FIFA window.

“May we impose our game the way we did, with the same commitment, keep up this pace so that in the next call-ups we can not only shine, but inspire,” concluded Matheus Cunha.

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