Brazil are back in Asia for another international fixture, taking on Japan on Saturday at Singapore’s National Stadium.
The Seleção come into the game in good attacking form, having avoided defeat in all three friendlies since the World Cup and scoring nine goals.
After being knocked out in the Round of 16 by Norway at the 2026 World Cup, Carlo Ancelotti’s side recovered with a 1–1 draw followed by a 4–2 win over Australia in September. They then produced a commanding 4–0 victory against India in October. Brazil have therefore won three of their past five matches.
Brazil team news
Carlo Ancelotti has picked a young, experimental group for Brazil’s last international window of 2026. Experienced players such as Alisson Becker, Marquinhos and Matheus Cunha have not been included, while forward João Pedro is unavailable because of a thigh problem.
Barcelona forward Raphinha has been given the captaincy and is available to play. He may operate through the middle of the attack, although his playing time could be limited after recovering from a recent muscle concern.
Bruno Guimarães had his training workload watched during the week but is fit to take part, with Andrey Santos and young player Rayan also in contention.
At the back, Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhães adds experience to a largely new defensive group featuring Wesley, Jair Cunha and Douglas Santos, with Pedro Morisco expected to start in goal.
Teenage forward Estêvão and Real Madrid star Vinícius Júnior are likely to join Raphinha in a fast, energetic front three. The match gives Ancelotti another opportunity to assess emerging talent while relying on a few established figures.
Brazil predicted lineup
Possible Brazil starting XI: Bento; Wesley, Jair Cunha, Gabriel, Augusto; Bontempo, Gomes, Santos; Rayan, Endrick, Vinicius Jr
When will the match kick off?
The match will kick off at 10:15pm BST on Saturday, 14th November.
How to watch Japan vs Brazil?
The Japan versus Brazil international friendly will not be shown live on television in the UK, nor will it be available through an official live-streaming service.
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