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Spotlight - Brazil

Cafu
Seasoned right back, Cafu is the mainstay in defence. Pedestrian with Roma, he will be responsible for frustrating the opposition.

Roberto Carlos
Known for his trademark booming shots, Carlos tackles hard at the back, swings aerial lobs from the flanks and takes cracks at the goal from free-kicks.

Juninho Paulista
An exciting medio, Paulista delights with his dribbling, distribution and shot selection.

Denilson
A magician with the ball, Denilson is a classical Brazilian striker. Played in short spells, he can be effective if his ball distribution is more even.

Rivaldo
When on song, Rivaldo can create and score goals by the bucket. The hitch? He does not perform to potential for Brazil and suffers from a sore knee.

Ronaldinho
A gifted striker, Ronaldinho has the vision to net stunning goals. If his partnership with Ronaldo clicks, expect a royal treat.

Ronaldo
The most famous member of the Brazilian squad, Ronaldo has been dogged by injury. But he is shaping up well in the run-up to the finals, and will be eager to redeem himself after the France '98 debacle.

Felipe Scolari (Coach)
Scolari, Brazil's most successful coach at club level, is defensive in his game plan. Having dropped Romario from the squad, he will be in the hot seat to justify his selection and style.


 

 
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