Brazil Win, but Still Lack Identity Under Dorival Júnior
Brazil's 2-1 victory over Colombia in the South American Qualifiers brought some relief, but it didn't solve the underlying issues. Despite climbing to second place in the standings, the team's play left more doubts than certainties, and Dorival Júnior's process continues to raise questions among fans and analysts.
The main obstacle for the coach is the lack of a stable foundation. According to an ESPN analysis, in 15 matches at the helm, Dorival has used 13 different lineups, failing to establish a consistent starting eleven. Absences due to injuries, suspensions, and the underperformance of some players have been determining factors, but so has the search for an as-yet undefined style.
Despite having standout names like Vinicius Jr., Rodrygo, and Bruno Guimarães, Brazil has failed to deliver a convincing collective performance. Thus, the team faces the final stretch of the Qualifiers with more questions than answers.
Facundo Trotta Arrieta
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