Brazil vs Peru: The Copa America semi-finals begin on Tuesday as Brazil lock horns with Peru at the Estadio Olimpico Nilton Santos Stadium.
In a repeat of the 2019 Copa America final, Peru will look to avoid another loss against Brazil; who beat them earlier in the group stage.
Although Brazil are favorites to win this match and secure a place in the finals, Peru cannot be taken lightly and are sure to make the Seleção side work hard.
We look at the top 5 expected to shine in the Brazil vs Peru semi-final clash:
Neymar
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Neymar holds the key and is expected to fire the goals for Brazil in this clash.
He is Brazil’s top scorer in the Copa America this season with 2 goals and is raring to go.
The PSG forward is always in the thick of things and will be keen to continue his good form.
Fred
Fred has ensured stability and controlled aggression when he plays for the national side and remains a threat to the Peruvian side.
He has one assist in the competition but put in good performances throughout and is keen to make his mark once again.
Richarlison
The winger has already scored and assisted once in the competition and is a key player.
Richarlison has enjoyed freedom down the flank and his link-up play with Neymar has been a joy to watch.
He will look to once again threaten the Peru defense and score against them like he did in the group stage.
Gianluca Lapadula
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The Peru striker holds the key if Peru is to win this clash.
With 2 goals and an assist, Lapadula remains a threat against Brazil.
After scoring against Paraguay, the striker will be confident to keep the form going in the crucial clash.
Christian Cueva
Apart from Carrillo and Lapadula, Cueva has been the best player for Peru.
He may only have 1 assist in this tournament, but remains a threat as he consistently puts in good shifts on the flanks.
The versatility is an added feature in his play and could hamper Brazil’s title defence with his creativity, quick runs.
