Brazil and Paraguay meet in La Plata on Sunday afternoon.
Brazil vs Paraguay—so that’s a repeat of Group B’s match-day 2 encounter which occurred at the Estadio Mario Alberto Kempes in Cordoba. Both sides may boast of having the advantage over the other.
Paraguay were disgusted at losing their 2-1 lead against Brazil in the group stages while the Seleçao’s fans and media were angry at their team’s failure to get all 3 points. On Sunday, each side will exhibit their new plans. Paraguay coach Gerardo Martino aims to protect his defense from Brazil’s attack.
“In order that Neymar does not become a threat to us, the ball must not reach Ganso,” Martino analyzed this week.
“Ganso is the player who makes all the passes and it is very important not to give him space. Brazil always ensure that the ball goes to their number 10.”
Mano Menezes’ intelligence will again be put to the test. Key player Robinho, besides, gave his opinion ahead of the match by saying:
“We must be focused and determined. Paraguay are a canny team. We must be able to neutralize their strengths.
“It will be a very open game in the early stages. They will have to attack. It will be a tough game for both sides and we need to know when to go for it.”
Brazil vs Paraguay could be full of goals considering the attacking vs defending form of both Brazil and Paraguay in their respective previous match.
Paraguay were disgusted at losing their 2-1 lead against Brazil in the group stages while the Seleçao’s fans and media were angry at their team’s failure to get all 3 points. On Sunday, each side will exhibit their new plans. Paraguay coach Gerardo Martino aims to protect his defense from Brazil’s attack.
“In order that Neymar does not become a threat to us, the ball must not reach Ganso,” Martino analyzed this week.
“Ganso is the player who makes all the passes and it is very important not to give him space. Brazil always ensure that the ball goes to their number 10.”
Mano Menezes’ intelligence will again be put to the test. Key player Robinho, besides, gave his opinion ahead of the match by saying:
“We must be focused and determined. Paraguay are a canny team. We must be able to neutralize their strengths.
“It will be a very open game in the early stages. They will have to attack. It will be a tough game for both sides and we need to know when to go for it.”
Brazil vs Paraguay could be full of goals considering the attacking vs defending form of both Brazil and Paraguay in their respective previous match.
