Brazil Impress With Perfect FIFA Series Campaign Ahead Of 2027 World Cup
Brazil Impress With Perfect FIFA Series Campaign Ahead Of 2027 World Cup Brazil were simply fantastic across their three matches in the FIFA Series, providing strong preparation ahead of the 2027 World Cup on home soil. They played all three matches in Cuiabá, where they picked up three wins from three, bouncing back from what had been a disappointing run of results in March. They kicked off their FIFA Series campaign against South Korea.
Manager Arthur Elias opted for a back three system, something he had used previously. On this occasion, he went with a back three featuring Thais Ferreira, Isa Haas, and Lauren, with Yasmim operating at left wing-back and Aline Gomes on the right. The system suited attacking players, who were able to cause problems throughout the game.
It was a fairly quiet first half until Ary Borges opened the scoring for Brazil, but it was in the second-half were Brazil ran riot. Kerolin, Raissa Bahia, and Mariza were brought on, and the changes paid off almost immediately as Ludmila made it 2-0 in the 47th minute. Dudinha, Kerolin, and Taina Maranhao added further goals to make it 5-0 before Park Soo-Jeong ensured South Korea did not leave empty-handed.
It was a very dominant display from Brazil, and the stats reflected that. They recorded 4. 34 expected goals, had 71% possession, and registered 32 shots, with 12 on target.
It was more of the same for Brazil in their second match as they took on Zambia. Brazil’s task was made easier when Hazel Nali was sent off for handling the ball outside the area. From the resulting free kick, Yasmim stepped up and scored.