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Australia vs Brazil Preview: Predictions, Lineups, and Betting Tips

The upcoming friendly between Australia and Brazil promises an intriguing battle. After a lackluster performance in their previous encounter, the South American giants are expected to bounce back with a stronger display. The hosts, though yet to secure a win in their last four matches, remain unbeaten at their home stadium, making this a challenging fixture for the visitors.

Betting Predictions and Odds

  • Brazil -1 handicap: 8/11 (SkyBet)
  • Both Teams to Score (BTTS) - Yes: 4/5 (SkyBet)
  • Anytime Goalscorer - Nestory Irankunda: 4/1 (SkyBet)

Brazil’s depth and experience make them favorites to claim victory. Despite being winless in their last two matches and only securing four wins in their past 16 away games, their squad quality is undeniable. Historically, they have dominated Australia, winning six of the last eight meetings, often by comfortable margins.

Potential for Both Teams to Score

Australia showed promise by managing to break through Brazil’s defense recently, generating seven shots and creating notable chances. While Brazil’s expected goals (xG) stood at 1.24 compared to Australia’s 0.61, their finishing has been lacking. In recent matches, both sides have managed to score, indicating that a scoring duel could unfold again.

Spotlight on Nestory Irankunda

The 20-year-old attacking midfielder Nestory Irankunda shines as Australia's key threat. He impressed with Adelaide United and Watford before moving to Sporting CP. Known for his pace and skill, Irankunda also caught attention with a well-taken free-kick in the previous game, breaking a scoring drought at his club. He will be vital if Australia hopes to challenge Brazil’s defense once more.

Form and Tactical Insights

Australia came close to a rare win over Brazil last Friday, leading late into the game before conceding a last-minute equalizer. Coach Tony Popovic remains optimistic, focusing on upcoming tournaments and likely to test younger players in this match. Notably, Australia remains unbeaten at Brisbane’s Suncorp Stadium.

Brazil faces pressure on coach Carlo Ancelotti following disappointing World Cup results and a weak record compared to previous managers after 18 games. They struggled away from home recently but can exploit Australia's expected rotation to secure a win.

Expected Lineups

  • Australia: Beach, Geria, Degenek, Adamson, Italiano, Yazbek, O’Neill, K. Boss, Velupillay, Irankunda, Younis
  • Brazil: Souza, Matheuzinho, Marquinhos, Vitor Reis, Santos, Guimaraes, Danilo Santos, Estevao, Raphinha, Vinicius Junior, Endrick

Score and Goalscorers Prediction

  • Score: Australia 1-3 Brazil
  • Goalscorers: Australia: Nestory Irankunda; Brazil: Vinicius Junior, Raphinha, Estevao

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