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Ancelotti urges Brazil to show 'full respect' ahead of India clash

Carlo Ancelotti has warned his Brazil squad to maintain absolute focus and show maximum appreciation for India ahead of Saturday's exhibition match. The Italian tactician dismissed notions of taking the hosts lightly despite cricket dominating the local sporting landscape, framing the Salt Lake Stadium encounter as a major showcase for the Selecao.

Marquinhos labels India friendly 'golden opportunity' for Brazil

Marquinhos believes facing India presents Brazil with the perfect platform to kickstart their recovery after a painful World Cup exit. The experienced defender highlighted the immense passion of local supporters in Kolkata, insisting the fixture offers invaluable momentum as the five-time world champions begin an extensive transitional cycle.

Khalid Jamil and India prepare to face Brazil in Kolkata

India head coach Khalid Jamil and defender Anwar Ali called for composure as the Blue Tigers prepare to face Carlo Ancelotti's Brazil in a historic Kolkata friendly. Jamil urged his side to suspend admiration for 90 minutes after sharing a warm pre-match meeting with the five-time world champions.

Brazil deploy security in India to avoid repeat of Messi Kolkata chaos

The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) has deployed an eight-man private security team to Kolkata ahead of Saturday's historic exhibition against India. The five-time world champions are taking no chances with squad safety, enforcing rigorous precautions to avoid a repeat of the fan disorder that marred Lionel Messi's visit to Salt Lake Stadium.

'I'm living proof' - Dhorasoo challenges India to find superstars

Former France international Vikash Dhorasoo has issued a rallying cry to Indian football, insisting that his own decorated career serves as evidence that players of Indian descent can reach the very top of the game. The former midfielder, who reached the World Cup final with Les Bleus, believes the nation's current standing does not reflect its massive potential.

Raphinha out of Brazil clash with India after fresh injury

Barcelona forward Raphinha has been withdrawn from the Brazil squad ahead of Saturday's friendly meeting with India after sustaining a muscle problem. The Selecao captain converted a penalty in Tuesday's 4-2 triumph over Australia before being withdrawn at the interval, with tests confirming swelling in his troublesome right thigh.

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Posição	Time	J	V	E	D	GP	GC	SG	P	Sequência
3	Erbil	8	5	2	1	12	3	9	17	V D V E V
4	Newroz	8	4	3	1	13	4	9	15	E V V V E
5	Al Shorta	8	4	3	1	9	4	5	15	V E V E V
6	Al Naft	8	4	3	1	9	5	4	15	V V D V E
7	Al-Jolan SC	8	2	4	2	8	9	-1	10	E D E V E

Posição

Time

Sequência

Erbil

V
D
V
E
V

Newroz

E
V
V
V
E

Al Shorta

V
E
V
E
V

Al Naft

V
V
D
V
E

Al-Jolan SC

-1

E
D
E
V
E