Brazil vs Ecuador: Brazil are set to play host to Ecuador in their latest FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualification match on Saturday.
The Canarinho are table toppers while Ecuador are 3rd in the table standings.
Match Details:
Teams: Brazil vs Ecuador
Venue: Beira Rio Stadium, Brazil
Date: Saturday 5th June, 2021
Time: 06:00 AM IST
Live Link: https://www.goal.com/en-in/wc-qualification-south-america/2db0aw1duj2my9l5iey5gm6nq
Preview:
Brazil and Ecuador lock horns in the CONMEBOL World Cup 2022 Qualification match on Saturday.
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The Seleção won their last match 2-0 against Uruguay in November 2020 and kept their winning start to the tournament intact. Arthur and Richarlison got their names on the scoresheet in that match.
Ecuador also won their last clash against Bolivia 2-1 as Martinez and Estrada’s strikes were enough to secure the points.
Both sides have momentum on their side as Neymar and Co have won their last 5 matches while Ecuador has won their last 4.
It is set to be a battle of wits and intelligence as these two strong South American sides lock horns.
In the last 5 meetings between the two teams, Brazil holds a clear advantage having won 4 of them. There has been a sole draw too.
A tight contest is on the cards as both sides look well placed in the table standings.
Form Guide
Brazil: WWWWW
Ecuador: LWWWW
Last Matches of both teams:
Uruguay 0-2 Brazil
Ecuador 2-1 Bolivia
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Where to watch the live streaming of Brazil vs Ecuador?
The live scores can be checked on www.sonyliv.com
Team News
Neither side have any injury concerns coming into this contest.
Brazil possible 11:
Becker, Royal, Militao, Marquinhos, Sandro, Paqueta, Casemiro, Ribeiro, Jesus, Firmino and Neymar.
Ecuador possible 11:
Dominguez, Preciado, Arboleda, Arreaga, Estupinan, Caicedo, Noboa, Martinez, Mena, Cazares, Valencia.
Prediction: Brazil 2-1 Ecuador
The likes of Neymar, Jesus and Firmino look to kick start their international season in style with the Copa America on the horizon.
Brazil’s side has alot of talent and hence we expect them to edge this one against a gritty and desirous Ecuador line-up.