By Désilien Hendy

_Brazil snatched a victory at the last minute during a friendly match against Mexico, in preparation for the Copa América. This match, rich in twists and turns, demonstrated the Brazilians’ ability to dominate the game while revealing certain defensive shortcomings which will have to be corrected before the start of the tournament. Here is a detailed analysis of this thrilling match._

First Half: Brazilian Domination

Brazil took the lead in a very good way by opening the score in the 5th minute thanks to Andreas Pereira, served by Savio. During the first 60 minutes, the Brazilian team showed impressive mastery of the game. With possession of 51% compared to 49% for Mexico, the Brazilians were able to maintain pressure on their opponents.

Brazilian domination was confirmed again in the 54th minute when Gabriel Martinelli doubled the lead after a pass from Yan Couto. At this point, Brazil seemed to have the match well in hand, continuing to control the game with a series of fine plays and remarkable technical gestures.

A turnaround in the situation against the auriverde

However, the match took an unexpected turn. The Mexicans reduced the gap in the 73rd minute thanks to a goal from Jesús Quiñones. From that point on, they stepped up their efforts to seek the equalizer. This pressure paid off in added minutes when Guillermo Martínez scored in the 90+2 minute, completely restarting the match.

Despite this dramatic equalization, Brazil did not give in to panic. In a last effort, Endrick, who came on in the 74th minute, scored the liberating goal in the 90+6 minute after an assist from Vinicius Junior. This 3-2 victory is a testament to the resilience and determination of the Brazilian team.

This friendly match highlighted the strengths and weaknesses of the Brazilian team. Although dominant in the game and capable of producing spectacular offensive actions, the team still needs to work on its defensive solidity and its management of critical moments. These adjustments will be crucial before their next friendly match against the United States and in view of the Copa América.

Although Brazil has shown a great ability to overcome challenges, the team will have to correct certain details to ensure a good competition and hope to win the coveted trophy.