Brazil is down at the Copa America this time with many new and young faces in the squad. A fact which in fact did not burden his players to retain the title championship.
This proves if South America still belongs to Argentina and Brazil although there is also Paraguay and Uruguay.
Now a day ahead of the passing of the Copa America in Argentina, Brazil had a heavy burden because they must defend the title at the headquarters of eternal rival Argentina.
It was clear Argentina would be favorites to win the tournament this time. Moreover, they are hungry for achievement in this event after the last championship in 1993.
And Brazil in the championship this time will be strengthened new faces that have not even had time to feel the international level senior tournament. Call it Neymar, Paulo Henrique Ganso, Lucas Leiva, Lucas Mouro, Sandro, Alexandre Pato and Ramires.
"We know if Argentina is the main favorite because this is their home and this could create pressure on each team. But we know that if Brazil were ready. Argentina and Brazil are the strongest team," Pato said as quoted by AFP.
With the average age around 25-27 years old plus new coach Mano Menezes concoction, this tournament is the initial test before the World Cup to be held in the country three more years.
"Wearing jersey No. 9 is the honor due to this ever using that players like Ronaldo and others. But now I'm wearing and I'm ready," he continued.
"It's all about bringing together between the experienced players and young players who want to keep Brazil's best. But to form a team like this, we need time and practice," said the Brazilian midfielder who played in Liverpool, Lucas.
Brazil is the early game Sunday (4 / 7) against Venezuela. Other opponents 'Canary Yellow' in Group B are Paraguay and Ecuador.
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