Arthur Elias and Lauren discuss the upcoming clash with Venezuela
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The Brazilian National Team will play another friendly this Wednesday (4), this time against Venezuela. The match will take place at the Mexican Federation Training Center in Toluca at 6:30 PM (Brasília time). The team's last training session was held on the afternoon of this Tuesday (3), and before leading the activity, coach Arthur Elias shared his expectations for the match.
“Venezuela is a team that has been aggressive in its marking, has players with international experience and who play for major clubs. Like all national teams, they are also evolving. The advantage of having a Brazilian coach on the other side is always knowing the players individually a bit better. On a collective level, everyone studies everyone. We need to focus on what the game is,” he said.
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“Brazil and Venezuela was a very tough match in the Copa América, especially due to the altitude, since the Venezuelans were already adapted. Here (in Toluca) both teams are on the same level regarding this adaptation. But we also have to take advantage, focus not only on the opponent, but on the growth of the Brazilian National Team, give opportunities to the players, and maintain consistency throughout the entire game,” he added.
Arthur Elias during the Brazilian National Team's training this TuesdayCredits: Lívia Villas Boas/Staff Images/CBF
BACK WITH THE NATIONAL TEAM
Defender Lauren, silver medalist at the 2024 Olympics, had not worn the Yellow Jersey for some time. Called up for this first FIFA Date of 2026, she stated that representing the Brazilian National Team is always an honor.
“It's always very good to be here. It's a joy, a huge honor to wear the Brazil shirt and it always will be. So I am very happy to be here again,” she said.
Lauren during the Brazilian National Team's training this TuesdayCredits: Lívia Villas Boas/Staff Images/CBF
Regarding the upcoming match against Venezuela, the Atlético de Madrid player emphasized that, for Brazil, all matches are high-level. Therefore, it is important for the team to stay alert to avoid possible mistakes.
“In the National Team, all matches are very tough and competitive, so of course you have to stay focused for the 90, 100 minutes, or however long the game lasts. Every gap you give the opponent is a chance for them to score. We have to be very attentive to all situations and every moment of the game.”
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