Barcelona forward Raphinha will help lead Brazil against Australia in the first of two friendlies in Queensland. The Samba stars aim to refresh their squad following World Cup disappointment while still showcasing plenty of star power at Suncorp Stadium. amunra.qpon
Kick-off is scheduled for 8pm AEST in Townsville. Raphinha recently spoke about embracing his new role as a leader for Brazil, noting that while he prefers "nicer moments, jokes," he can be tougher when needed. The attacker expressed his admiration for Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti, calling him "one of the world's greatest managers."
