Under-17 team debuts in the World Cup against Honduras with South American champion base: where to watch live Por Carolina Costa
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The Brazilian under-17 team debuts this Tuesday, November 4, against Honduras, at 9:30 am (Brasília time), in the first round of the group stage of the category’s World Cup, held in Doha, Qatar. Coach Carlos Eduardo Patetuci leads the four-time world champion team (1997, 1999, 2003 and 2019), which arrives after winning the South American Championship in April, beating Colombia on penalties. The team registered thrashings in preparation: 7-1 in Costa Rica and 5-0 in Mexico.
The group is part of group H, with subsequent clashes against Indonesia, on November 7th, and Zambia, on November 10th. All games take place at the Aspire Zone complex, except the final at the Khalifa International Stadium. Patetuci has been working with the 2008-2009 generation since 2023.
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- Ruan Pablo, Bahia striker, plays professionally.
- Ângelo, São Paulo’s right-back, balances defense and attack.
- Zé Lucas, Sport’s midfielder, plays in the Brazilian Championship with personality.
Individual cast highlights
Patetuci named five key players on the way to the World Cup. Gabriel Mec, Grêmio’s midfielder, has dribbling technique and resources. Kayke, Athletico’s striker, stands out for his dribbling and aggressiveness.
The coach emphasized the collective as the main force. Everyone scores without the ball and proposes a game with possession. The model follows Brazilian football traditions.
Final preparation in Doha
The team held its last training session on Monday at the nearby Al Thumama field. The activity lasted 1h30 under 32 degrees, with tactical adjustments and finalizations. The atmosphere showed lightness among the athletes.
Derick Araújo, Palmeiras’ left-back, was in transition due to an injury to his biceps femoris. He should return in the third round. Arthur Ryan, from Fluminense, must improvise in the position.
Tactical analysis against Honduras
Patetuci prepared the team by studying the opponent. The commission identified Honduras’ strengths and weaknesses. Arthur Ryan stated his confidence in CBF TV.
The squad knows the collective playing style well. Recent goals reinforce the preparation. The focus remains on the debut.
Recent base history
The team maintained the base of the South American champion. Significant victories occurred in preparatory friendlies. Patetuci accumulated experience at Vasco and Flamengo before selection.
The generation has been coming together since 2023 in convocations. Players play for professional clubs. Group H requires consistent performance in the initial phase.
Tournament structure in Qatar
All group stage games take place in Doha. The Aspire Zone complex concentrates the matches. The final takes place at the Khalifa International Stadium.
Brazil is looking for its fifth title in the category. Four-time champion, the team enters as favorite. The collective prevails over individualities.
Roster adjustments available
With no original left-back, improvisation occurs in the sector. Derick Araújo continues with physiotherapy. The committee monitors daily recovery.
Training included specific tactical work. Players rehearsed celebrations during submissions. Preparation is aimed at the initial confrontation.
