Raphinha Leads Brazil as Striker with Seven Changes Against Australia
Carlo Ancelotti faces his second challenge managing Brazil after the World Cup, taking on Australia in Brisbane. Following a draw in Townsville marked by a lackluster display, Ancelotti needs to boost Brazil’s performance to meet expectations.
For this encounter, Ancelotti has confirmed a lineup featuring Raphinha in an unusual role as the No 9 striker, and he has made seven changes across the squad.
Starting Lineups
- Australia: Beach, Italiano, Circati, Souttar, Herrington, Behich, Irvine, Okon, Metcalfe, Irankunda, Yengi
- Brazil: Otávio, Vanderson, Jair, Gabriel Magalhães, Mauro Júnior; Danilo, Bruno Guimarães, Gabriel Bontempo; Rayan, Raphinha, Vini Júnior
The defense sees a complete reshuffle with Otávio, Vanderson, Jair, Gabriel Magalhães, and Mauro Júnior all starting, while other adjustments include placing Vini Júnior in the attacking lineup. This restructured squad aims to deliver a stronger showing than before.
