World Cup champions of 1958, 1962, 1970, 1994 and 2002! What more can be said about the Brazil football team. Whenever any World Cup approaches, the first probable contender for the trophy is Brazil. The same will also be true in the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa. The Brazilian boys are full of confidence and ready to face any hurdle and get back the coveted trophy. Thousands of Brazilians are wishing that their favorite Canarinho reigns the football world again.
How They Got There?
Robinho - The Little Wizard
All through the World Cup 2010 qualifiers, Brazil displayed demanding and dominating performance. With 34 points from a total of 22 matches, they secured the first spot in the final league standings. After drawing with Columbia in the first match, the Brazilians bounced back in majestic style by beating Ecuador 5-0 and their good form continued. In total they won 9 matches and drawn 7. Their only 2 defeats came against Paraguay and Bolivia. The road to the African soil was more or less guaranteed and it was confirmed when they beat arch rivals Argentina by 3-1.
The Coach
Carlos Caetano Bledorn Verri, nicknamed Dunga in the football circuit, is the present coach of Brazilian football side. This former skipper and midfielder has stepped into the coach’s shoes for doing service to his home country. His best achievement came in 1994 when he captained Brazil to lift the World Cup title. This year too, Dunga will hope to win that prized trophy, not as captain but as the coach. Under him, the side has performed excellently and hopefully the form will continue in South Africa. Usually, Dunga prefers the 4-2-3-1 formation where the lone striker is backed by a formidable central midfield wing. His vast on-field experience has helped the team to a great extent.
The Team
Golden Boys Always in Contention
Just like the past years, the Brazilians are again expected to play excellent football in almost all quarters of the game. To lead the attack will be the formidable Robinho along side Luis Fabiano. Robinho is the main striker of the side and is hungry for success this season while Fabiano too is a world class finisher. The central midfield has some highly skilled players like Gilberto Silva and Kaka. The experience of quality defenders such as Lucio and Juan will surely add more depth to the side. The main goalkeeping task will be done by Julio Cesar, who has scores of experience with the team.
Watch Out for The Kaka Show In Africa
The past world cup was not so good for the Brazilians and they are eager to make amends this time. Surely thousands of fans will be treated with some great football when the team takes field.
Others in Group G
1. Korea DPR
2. Cote d’Ivoire
3. Portugal
