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World Cup: Red Devils meet Samba Boys in Russia for a semifinal spot

By Ashley Anthony

NIZHNY NOVGOROD, RUSSIA - JULY 06: General view inside the stadium prior to the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia Quarter Final match between Uruguay and France at Nizhny Novgorod Stadium on July 6, 2018 in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images)
NIZHNY NOVGOROD, RUSSIA - JULY 06: General view inside the stadium prior to the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia Quarter Final match between Uruguay and France at Nizhny Novgorod Stadium on July 6, 2018 in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images) /
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The first day showcased they can start a match off in slow fashion. Although, once they start it’s hard to stop them.

They cannot do what they did when they nearly lost to Japan. As discussed by myself and other Site-Experts, Orri. Roberto cannot afford to leave his flanks so exposed. Brazil have unlimited power to have unlimited access on route to their goalmouth.

A switch to a flat four at the back must happen, with Neymar and Willian reaching their peak during the knockout phase. Taking control of the midfield will be the best option and maybe matching them man-for-man.

With Lukaku also fit since the previous match, they are firing on all cylinders. Reports suggest the impact player, Fellaini will start the game allowing Kevin de Bruyne to push further forward.  Defensively, they must improve. In attack, they must not change a thing.

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