BRAZIL

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'I need some confidence now' - Vinicius Junior finds Brazil lifeline after tough Real Madrid start

Vinicius Junior has admitted he needed a confidence boost after converting a penalty in Brazil's 4-2 friendly win over Australia, with teammate Bruno Guimaraes giving up the spot-kick to help the Real Madrid forward.

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Barcelona face Raphinha injury concern after Brazil withdrawal

Barcelona are facing another injury concern during the international break after Raphinha was withdrawn from Brazil duty following a thigh problem.

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Brazil outgun Australia in high-scoring Brisbane rematch

Brazil responded to their 1-1 draw with Australia four days earlier by securing a 4-2 victory in a fiery rematch at a sold-out Suncorp Stadium on Tuesday.

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Late equaliser spares Brazil blushes in Australia draw

Brazil's rebuilding process under Carlo Ancelotti remains a work in progress after the Selecao were held to a 1-1 draw by Australia in their first match since the 2026 World Cup.

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Joao Pedro injury rocks Chelsea ahead of Brentford clash

Chelsea forward Joao Pedro has withdrawn from Brazil's squad for the upcoming friendlies against Australia and India after suffering a knee injury.

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Hansi Flick hails Gabriel Jesus after 'surprise' Barcelona deal with Arsenal

Hansi Flick has admitted he did not expect Barcelona to have the chance to sign Gabriel Jesus from Arsenal, with the Brazilian forward reportedly joining the Spanish champions in a deal worth an initial 10 million euros.

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