Lucas Paquetá speaks out after injury suffered in Brazil x Japan; look

Midfielder Lucas Paquetá, Flamengo player and member of the Brazilian team, is out of the round of 16 of the World Cup. He had an injury to the back of his left thigh diagnosed this Tuesday (30).

In the face of difficult times, Paquetá used his social networks to share a message of optimism with his followers. In his post, the player expressed: "Faith... I've experienced this before."

The injury to number 20 occurred during Brazil's 2-1 victory over Japan, last Monday (29), in a match valid for the round of 16 phase of the competition. Paquetá felt uncomfortable in the first half and had to leave the field, receiving support from Endrick and Neymar.

Future of the National Team without Paquetá
The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) has not yet commented on the recovery time needed for the player. With his absence, coach Carlo Ancelotti will have to make adjustments to the team for the next challenge at the World Cup.

Among the options available to replace the midfielder are Danilo Santos and Ederson. Paquetá has been one of the highlights of Ancelotti's team, starting in all four of Brazil's matches in the tournament and contributing an assist.

Next challenge in the World Cup
Qualified for the round of 16, Brazil will face Norway. The European team secured their place by beating Ivory Coast 2-1, also this Tuesday.

This confrontation will mark a reunion between the countries in a World Cup after 28 years. The match will be next Sunday (5), at 5pm (Brasília time), at the MetLife Stadium, in New Jersey, in the United States.

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Source: CNN