Brazil vs Paraguay: Key highlights as Vinicius Junior scores a brace in 4-1 win

Brazil earned a dominant 4-1 win against Paraguay in their Copa America 2024 clash. Vinicius Junior scored a brace (35′, 45+5′) while Savinho (43′), and Lucas Paqueta (65′ P) also found the back of the net. Omar Alderete got on the scoresheet for Paraguay (48′) and Andres Cubas was sent off late in the game (81′).

The Selecaos are second in Group D with four points from two games. They are two points behind Colombia. In this article, we take a look at the key highlights of the game.

Brazil vs Paraguay Highlights

Miss (6′): Joao Gomes’ effort from the edge of the box sails well wide of the target.

Save (15′): Alisson keeps out Bobadilla’s deflected effort.

Miss (24′): Marquinhos narrowly misses the target with his header.

Penalty miss (30′): Lucas Paqueta completely misses the target after Brazil had earned a penalty.

Goal (35′): Paqueta makes amends for his mistake by setting up Vinicius Junior to finish off a wonderful team move.

Goal (43′): Savinho finds himself at the right place at the right time to turn the ball in from a close distance.

Goal (45+5′): Vinicius virtually killed off the game before halftime, scoring Brazil’s third.

Goal (48′): Omar Alderete volleys the ball past Alisson in an immaculate manner after controlling with his chest.

Goal (65′): Redemption for Paqueta, who finds the back of the net this time from the penalty spot.

Red Card (81′): Cubas gets sent off after a harsh tackle on Douglas Luiz.

Player of the Match: Vinicius Junior

No prizes for guessing the Player of the Match as two-goal hero Vinicius Junior took home another memento. Spectacular display from the Brazilian who showed he is the man to rely upon in Neymar’s absence. Scored twice, completed seven dribbles, and also made important passes.

Conclusion:

Brazil, after a dull first game, looked to be in the flow against Paraguay. Vinicius’ first goal showed the samba in them is still there. Dorival Junior needs to be tactically perfect to set up his team so that they can be just as dominant against top South American teams. The talent is certainly still there.