The Brazilian national team drew 0-0 with Costa Rica in their recent Copa America opener, failing to find the back of the net despite possession of 74 per cent. This match once again highlighted the challenge that the Samba Army currently face in attack. Analysing its performance, it is in stark contrast to the historical Brazilian team that attacked like thunder, and now Brazil looks struggling.
In the upcoming 2026 US-Canada-Mexico World Cup qualifiers, Brazil's situation is not optimistic. They currently sit in sixth place with just seven points and will have to face the likes of Argentina and Uruguay in the race for six direct qualification spots and one play-off spot in South America. South American football is highly competitive, and Brazil's prospects of qualification are uncertain.
In this regard, public opinion on the Internet has spoken out. Some netizens said on social platforms: "Brazil's current problem is not only the ability of the players, but also the confusion at the tactical and management level. Over the years, we seem to have lost that convincing 'samba style' and instead fallen into a state of disorientation and overwhelm. ”
Others expressed concern about Brazil's traditional strengths: "Before, when we thought of Brazil, we thought of players with attacking talent who could change the game at any moment. But now, it looks like we need more team cooperation and overall tactical layout. ”
Since winning the World Cup in 2002, the Brazilian national team's achievements have faded. They failed to lift the trophy again, and their best result was limited to the last four. In particular, looking back at the painful experience of the 2014 World Cup semi-final defeat to Germany, the painful experience of losing 7-1 to Germany in the semi-finals of the World Cup continues to blow to the image of Brazilian football to this day. At this stage, Brazil is facing unprecedented challenges and pressures.
In this regard, the discussion on the Internet is constantly increasing. Some netizens commented with deep disappointment: "Brazil used to be the hegemon of football, but the performance in recent years has been really heartbreaking. That 7-1 match made us lose all pride in an instant. ”
Other netizens expressed their worries about the future from the current situation of the team: "Look at our current lineup, some players have good ability, but they lack the 'samba style' of the past. We need more attacking firepower and overall team spirit. ”
A fan who claims to have been following Brazilian football for a long time lamented: "Since the 2002 World Cup, we have been favourites almost every time, but the results have always been disappointing. Is there something wrong with our football system? ”
There are also observers who think deeply about the future prospects of Brazilian football from the perspective of the big picture: "Brazilian football needs to be fundamentally reformed, whether it is the youth system or the tactical concept, it needs to be re-examined and adjusted. ”
In terms of the squad, the likes of Vinicius and Rodrygo have been impressive for the club, but their roles and performances on the tournament stage have often been a concern. In particular, the issue of stability at the back and in midfield, as well as the apparent gap compared to the golden generation of players of the past, has become a hot topic in Brazilian football.
There are fans on the Internet who have various opinions and evaluations about this. Some fans said: "Vinicius played well at Real Madrid, but in the national team he always seemed to lack a 'decisive calm'. Is this gap really a technical problem, or a test of psychological quality? ”
Others are more concerned about the midfield, saying: "Our current midfielders are all technically good, but they lack the ability to organise the game like back then. Compared with Kaka and Xiao Luo, it is too far behind. ”
Others pointed out the difficulties at the defensive end: "We lack a world-class left-back like Carlos, which is a huge problem for us defensively. ”
Some analysts have taken a deeper look at the future direction of Brazilian football: "Our youth system and tactical philosophy need more investment and reform. To rise again on the world stage, we must fundamentally adjust our football development strategy. ”
There are also many fans who are optimistic about the future of the team: "We have so many young and potential players, as long as we can unite together, the future of Brazilian football will definitely be even more brilliant." ”
Looking ahead, Brazilian football faces a clear lead over European teams in terms of youth and tactical style, which has become the focus of attention for many fans and analysts. They generally agreed that Brazil needs to find its own development path through reform and innovation in order to regain glory in future tournaments.
Some fans commented: "European teams do have a stronger youth system than we do, they have been professionally trained since they were young and have a much deeper football culture. We need to start with the infrastructure and improve the quality and quantity of youth training. ”
Others are optimistic about the future: "Brazilian football has a rich history and culture, and we have the potential and the ability to get back to the top. The key lies in how to use existing resources to carry out effective reform and innovation. ”
Brazilian football is at a critical juncture, with the burden of history and the challenges and rivalries of reality. The road ahead will not be easy, but only sustained efforts and comprehensive reforms will allow the Samba Army to return to the top and become a leading figure in world football once again.
And then there's Tite, as Brazil's head coach, proudly recalling his early discoveries in Marquinhos. He said: "I was the first coach to put Marquinhos in midfield when he was 17 years old. I know Marquinhos very well. He can play as a right wing-back or as a centre-back when needed. He is an all-rounder. ”
As soon as these words came out, they immediately caused a heated discussion among football fans. Some netizens commented on social media: "Marquinhos is such a talent, he was noticed by Coach Tite at the age of 17, and now he has become the backbone of the Brazilian team. Another joked: "Coach Tite has a really good eye for spotting future star players at a young age." ”
In addition to praise, some netizens expressed surprise and envy for Marquinhos' versatile ability. One fan said: "Marquinhos' flexibility is really impressive, he can play well in different positions, it's really rare to see this kind of versatile player. ”
There are also some skepticism. Some netizens believed: "Being thrown into the midfield at the age of 17 is a lot of pressure for a young player, but it is really not easy for him to cope with it so well." Other fans expressed their appreciation for Tite's tactical vision, believing that he was able to bring out the potential of young players and develop them into important members of the team.
Overall, Coach Tite's praise for Marquinhos not only showcases his vision as a coach, but also sparks a discussion among fans about the growth and development of young players. Such evaluations and reactions undoubtedly add a layer of expectation and brilliance to the future of the Brazilian team.
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