The Brazilian team returned to play in Cuiabá for the first time since the fifth season; The former athlete remembers the game as a ‘decision-making environment’
The match between Brazil and Venezuela, this Thursday (12), at 9:30 pm, at Arena Pantanal, will give a taste of unity in the 2026 World Cup. Twenty-one years later, the Canadians will play again against Cuiabá. Previously, the city was instrumental in the race for a third world title. Only Vini Jr, linked to the sport, is worth twice as much as the Venezuelan team; see x-ray Sports 12.10.2023 Finances Brazil x Venezuela Tickets for Arena Pantanal start at R$400; check prices Finance 10/12/2023 News Come barbecue holiday! You can bet R$500 and win R$2,000 in Brazil! News 10/12/2023 On March 7, 2002, Brazil entered the field at the José Fragelli Stadium with the presence of only the national team. Luiz Felipe Scolar intends to use the game against Iceland to define the final name of the World Cup list. The call taker, Washington, who was then dialing at Ponte Preta, remembered Lance! the anxiety that moves the group. + Your game can start today. Get a place on the Football Manager course and qualify! Washington (pleading while celebrating the goal) was training at Ponte Preta when he was called to train (Photo: Reproduction/EPTV) - We fought knowing that these were our last chances. There is a lot of concern – he says. "Coração Valente" also reported that Felipão changed plans about who would start the match. “I was a starter on the team, but Felipão changed and França became a starter.” I scored against Bolivia in Goiânia (6-0 victory). I'm hopeful, but like everyone else, I'm a little nervous – he says. Scolar entered the field, which was attended by goalkeeper Marcos, the three midfielders Anderson Polga, Cris and Juan, as well as midfielders Beletti and Paulo César. The midfield included Gilberto Silva, Kleberson and the promising Kaká, then Rio-São Paulo champion. Two travelers were present, França and Edílson. + Brazil x Venezuela: where to watch live, lineups and World Cup calendar Washington mentions that offensive opportunities have been relatively scarce in this preparation for the World Cup. “We know that one of the vacancies belongs to Luizão”. He scored the team's goal against Venezuela (two in a 3-0 victory over "Vinotinto"). He took advantage – and emphasized: – The attitude is that we focus more on the calling. Being selected among the best is a dream come true – he adds. On the field, Brazil scored quickly thanks to Anderson Polga's great chance. Then, he got the second with a submission from Kleberson. The play was relieved amid boos from the crowd. Due to complaints from the stands, Felipão changed the 3-5-2 to 4-3-3. There were also changes at halftime. The most drastic thing was Alex's entry and Cris's departure. Midfielder Kléber and midfielders Marques and Washington were also signed, replacing Beletti, Kleberson and França. Four minutes later, Kaká and Gilberto Silva scored. Edílson scored Brazil's third goal. Washington also came very close to blowing the net. "I received the cross but, towards the end, it hit the post." The opportunity is great, very close. It was a little strange... - "Braveheart" he mentioned. + Brazil x Venezuela: Neymar plays with goals that could break a new historic record. Soon after, Vampeta replaced Gilberto Silva. The Brazilians managed to score another goal. Anderson Polga, who had an inspiring night, scored the team's sixth goal. Even so, Scolar's men received boos and later derisive applause for Steisson's goal for Iceland. Romário: absence of number 11 generated boos in the Seleção (Photo: Enrique Marcarian) There was a lot of “talk” in the stands about Luiz Felipe Scolar's decisions in relation to the Seleção. “The biggest problem is that they want Romário to be called up.” There was more pressure from fans, from journalists… The pressure was on us. We knew then that Romário wouldn’t leave”, said Felipão. And we try to take advantage of opportunities to show our strength by taking advantage of the selection - Washington emphasized, adding: - We all have dreams. Brazil had a lot of great strikers at that time and they all wanted to be in the World Cup. That's why that match at José Fragell was so memorable - he explains. The former coach mentioned the quality he also saw among his teammates. "Next to me on the bench is Alex, a good midfielder." We talked, we asked each other: “Wow, are we going to be there at the World Cup?” Ah, we are happy with everything we have experienced, for this dream and for being part of this emblematic moment with the Seleção – he said. FROM CUIABÁ TO THE World Cup Kleberson (15) and Gilberto Silva (8) in the final against Germany: decisive action in Cuiabá (Photo: CBF) Brazil's victory over Iceland, in Cuiabá, was fundamental in guaranteeing the place for two players. With their excellent performances, Gilberto Silva, from Atlético-MG, and Kleberson, from Athletico-PR, stamped their passport for the 2002 World Cup. Despite Emerson's mistake, Gilberto Silva solidified himself as a starter and became the 8th World champion in championship game history. Kleberson started this World Cup in place of Juninho Paulista. But he settled in at the perfect time to start in the 2-1 win over England. NEW ERA STADIUM AT Arena José Fragelli Pantanal (Photo: Credit/Cuiabá EC) The José Fragelli Stadium was demolished in 2010 to make way for a new era. The Pantanal Arena was built for the 2014 World Cup, Cuiabá games and, this Thursday (12), Brazil and Venezuela will play. + The Brazil x Venezuela scenario is a symbol of the joint effort in Series A. Washington talks about the memories that surround the city. - It really is a story, right?! These are memories we will never forget. We know that this is a new era in football and being part of this stadium was also important, even more so living the Seleção's dream - said the former striker. “Coração Valente” recently expressed its opinion about the team. - Now is the beginning. Fernando Diniz put his game in the game's path. I see a great opportunity, given the quality of his game, and the players are very receptive to his ideas – he says. Follow Lance! on G o o g l e Most read news 1 Off the field Vini Jr.'s relationship with Real Madrid's Mbappé draws attention online 2 Off the field Brasileirão: see sporting opportunities after Botafogo's game and Palmeiras' victory 3 Opportunities for Botafogo fans outside the stadium sometimes votes in defeat: 'He calls it a mistake' 4 Kas! How much did Biz Rayssa Leal earn by winning the SLS in Tokyo? 5 Flamengo Flamengo Stadium will have capacity for 78 thousand people and will have European inspiration; Check out the photos in Lance's Newsletter! 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