Brazil delivered a powerful statement performance tonight under Carlo Ancelotti, demolishing South Korea 5-0 in a rain-soaked friendly.
In fact, it was the side’s most convincing showing of the Ancelotti era, highlighting Brazil’s attacking power as preparations for the World Cup intensify. While the Seleção have officially qualified for the 2026 World Cup, their recent campaign was inconsistent, including a disappointing defeat to Bolivia in their final qualifier. Therefore, the emphatic win in Seoul comes as a welcome boost after a turbulent journey.
Ancelotti’s team seized momentum early in the match. First, Newcastle’s Bruno Guimarães sliced open the Korean backline to set up Estevão’s emphatic finish. Shortly after, Rodrygo doubled the lead before halftime.
After the interval, Estevão capitalised on a defensive error for his second, and Rodrygo quickly made it four. Finally, Vinícius Júnior capped the display with a fifth late on, securing Brazil’s most complete performance yet under Ancelotti.
Here is how the individual performances rated at Seoul World Cup Stadium.
Brazil Player Ratings vs South Korea
Goalkeeper & Defence
Bento (GK) – 6/10: The Al Nassr keeper had a quiet evening behind Brazil’s airtight defence. He was never seriously tested and had little more to do than watch his teammates put on a show.
Vitinho (RB) – 7/10: A solid and comfortable display from the former Burnley defender. Korea’s attack seldom troubled him, and he contributed well with overlapping runs going forward.
Éder Militão (CB) – 8/10: Read the game superbly and completely dominated in the air. He was a major threat from set-pieces, sending a powerful header narrowly over the crossbar in the first half.
Gabriel Magalhães (CB) – 7/10: Was calm in possession and proactive in building play from the back. Defensively, he was steady throughout, aside from picking up a booking.
Douglas Santos (LB) – 7/10: His main task was marking Son Heung-min, which he executed with discipline. As a result, he successfully kept Korea’s talisman quiet all night.
Midfield
Bruno Guimarães (CM) – 8/10: Orchestrated the midfield from the start. Furthermore, his excellent assist for the opener set the tone for the entire match.
Casemiro (CM) – 8/10: A true anchor in front of the defence. He consistently won key duels and provided a clever assist for Rodrygo’s first goal.
Tudo vale a pena pra viver dias como hoje… muito feliz em estar de volta 😍🇧🇷 pic.twitter.com/x4WJshcr70
— Rodrygo Goes (@RodrygoGoes) October 10, 2025
Rodrygo (AM) – 9/10 (Man of the Match): Brazil’s creative spark all evening, scoring two excellent goals and linking play superbly.
Forwards
Estevão (RW) – 8/10: Chelsea’s rising star showed his class with two clinical finishes and remained a constant threat.
Estevao scores twice for Brazil! 🇧🇷😍 pic.twitter.com/cfyNm6oAQC
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) October 10, 2025
Matheus Cunha (ST) – 8/10: His tireless movement and precise passing were key to Brazil’s attack, as he consistently created space for others.
Vinícius Júnior (LW) – 8/10: He grew into the match as it progressed, eventually assisting one goal and scoring a deserved fifth to cap off his performance.
Substitutes
- Lucas Paquetá (for Estevão, 70’) – 7/10: Kept the tempo high after coming on.
- Paulo Henrique ( for Vitinho, 70’)- 6/10: Slightly loose in possession, but remained steady in defence.
- Carlos Augusto (for Douglas Santos, 70’) -6/10: Saw out the win comfortably on the left.
- André (for Bruno Guimarães,79’) – N/A: Too little time to settle into the game.
- Igor Jesus (for Matheus Cunha, 80’) -N/A: Made a few runs but no remarkable moves
- Richarlison (for Vinícius Júnior, 79’)- N/A: Entered too late to make a significant impact.
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