Rodrygo's Goal Wins Brazil Against Ecuador

JAKARTA - Brazil won an important victory in the 2026 World Cup qualifying match in the United States zone. Appearing at home at Major Antonio Couto Pereira Stadium, Curibara, Saturday, September 7, 2024 morning WIB, Brazil won a 1-0 tie over Ecuador with Rodrygo's single goal.

Brazil had to work hard before stopping Ecuador's resistance. In that match, coach Dorival Junior did not lower the composition of the best players in the 2026 World Cup qualifying match.

The forward Raphinha was not included in the squad. However, Dorival included Lucas Paqueta who played behind Rodrygo as a center forward. Paqueta was accompanied by two wings of Vinicius Junior and Luis Henrique. Meanwhile, Endrick was blocked.

In addition, young star Estevoo Willian had the opportunity to make his debut in international matches. Even the player who will join Chelsea after being recruited from Palmeiras for the first time played while replacing Henrique.

Estevoo became the next young player in the Brazilian national team to make his debut. He was 17 years and 139 days old in his debut and defeated one of the legends of Selecao Ronaldo.

Hanya, Estevoo masih kalah muda dibanding Endrick yang melakukan debut di usia 17 dan 118 hari.

Despite having to work hard, Brazil was finally able to meet the winning target when playing at home. Real Madrid star Rodrygo's only goal was to welcome Paqueta's assist in the 30th minute.

After the goal, Brazil struggled to dismantle the Ecuadorian defense which relied on the trio of Piero Hincapie Willian Pacho and Felix Torres.

While in the middle of a Chelsea midfielder Moises Caicedo brought Ecuador's midfielder to life. He worked hand in hand with Jeremy Sarmiento, Brighton and Hove Albion midfielder who this season was loaned to Burnley.

Unfortunately, Ecuador failed to convert every chance into a goal. As a result, they had to lose second during qualifying.

The defeat also left Ecuador stuck in sixth place with eight points. Meanwhile, Brazil moved up to fourth after having a 10 point. They are eight points adrift of leaders in Argentina.

Meski demikian Brasil sudah masuk ke zona Piala Dunia 2026. Dari zona tersebut, hanya enam tim yang lolos ke babak final Piala Dunia yang digelar di tiga negara berbeda, Amerika Serikat, Meksiko dan Kanada.