Brazilian player who plays in Morocco evaluates Brazil's opponents in the World Cup
Brazilian midfielder Pedrinho, who plays for Wydad Casablanca, in Morocco, gave an interview to CNN Brasil to analyze the duel between Brazil and Morocco, valid for the Brazilian team's debut in the World Cup, scheduled for this Saturday (13).
The player, who follows Moroccan football closely, warned of the dangers that the African team could pose.
Warning for the Moroccan right side
Pedrinho highlighted that the main point of attention for Brazil is on the right side of the opponent's field. "The most difficult thing about Morocco that Brazil has to be aware of is the right side, which everyone knows, which is Hakimi and Brahim Dias", he stated.
The player also highlighted that the Moroccan squad has athletes who play in Europe, which raises the technical level of the team.
When asked which player could be the biggest individual threat, Pedrinho pointed to Brahim Dias as the main name to monitor. "Brahim Dias, who is from Real Madrid, is a very fast player, one on one, with very good finishing," he said.
He also mentioned Hakimi, who attacks a lot on the right side, as well as center forward Saibari and winger Rahimi, described as physically strong and with good height, who should start the match on the left.
Brazil's strengths
When analyzing the Brazilian team, Pedrinho highlighted the offensive sector as the team's greatest asset. "Brazil's strongest points come from many years ago, since Pelé, which is the attack", he declared, citing Vinícius Júnior, Raphinha and Endrick as prominent names.
About Neymar, the player signaled that the number 10 will possibly not play in his debut, but highlighted his importance: "Neymar is a football legend, a very respected player."
In defense, Pedrinho praised the duo formed by Marquinhos and Gabriel Magalhães, classifying them, in his opinion, as "the two best defenders in the world today".
The player also commented on Neymar's presence on the bench, even without playing conditions, stating that this makes a difference for the group: "Most of the players we have in the Brazilian team have Neymar as an idol. Neymar being able to give advice, being able to help them, that makes a total difference."
Ancelotti and the prediction for the score
Pedrinho also commented on the technical conduct of the Brazilian team. According to him, Ancelotti has a brilliant career in Europe and should pass on his experience to the group.
"He will teach a lot of things to new players, and some experienced players who have already worked with him know how he works. This will add a lot to Brazil", he said.
At the end of the interview, Pedrinho left his guess for the outcome of the confrontation. "As I think it will be a very difficult game, I believe it will be three to two for Brazil", concluded the player.
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Source: CNN