Brazil x Senegal confirmed line-up and where to watch the international friendly live today

The Brazilian team faces Senegal this Saturday, November 15, 2025, in an international friendly held at the Emirates Stadium, in London, England. The game takes place at 1 pm (Brasília time) and marks Brazil’s penultimate match of the year, under the command of Carlo Ancelotti. The match serves as a test for preparation towards the 2026 World Cup, with a focus on tactical adjustments and integration of young talents.

The clash brings together two teams ranked by FIFA: Brazil in 7th and Senegal in 18th. Ancelotti opted for a 4-2-3-1 formation, prioritizing defensive solidity and speed in attack. On the African side, Pape Thiaw adopts the 4-3-3, exploring quick transitions with experienced players.

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• Live broadcast on TV Globo (open), SporTV (closed) and CazéTV on YouTube.
• Online option via Globoplay and Globo app for streaming on mobile devices.
• Minute-by-minute coverage on portals such as ge.globo and ESPN Brasil.

Tactical lineups and formations

Brazil’s line-up reflects adjustments following the 5-0 win over South Korea in October, with Ederson taking over in goal for the first time under Ancelotti. Éder Militão returns to right-back, while the midfield keeps Bruno Guimarães and Casemiro to control the game. In attack, Vinícius Júnior and Rodrygo play on the wings, with Matheus Cunha centralized and Estêvão as playmaker.

Senegal bases its formation on the success of the African qualifiers, where it has won the last four games without conceding a goal. Kalidou Koulibaly leads the defense, and the midfield with the Gueye brothers ensures balance. Sadio Mané, at 33 years old, remains an offensive reference, alongside Ismaila Sarr and Nicolas Jackson.

This configuration allows Brazil to press high, while Senegal relies on quick counterattacks. Ancelotti tested variations in recent training sessions, aiming for greater fluidity between lines.

History of clashes between teams

The teams faced each other twice in friendlies, with Senegal undefeated: a 1-1 draw in 2019, in Singapore, and a 4-2 victory in 2023, in Portugal. In the first duel, Roberto Firmino scored for Brazil, but the equalizer came in stoppage time.

In 2023, the Africans exploited Brazilian defensive flaws, with Sadio Mané scoring twice and Habib Diallo closing the score. Marquinhos and Lucas Paquetá played for the Seleção, but the setback exposed vulnerabilities under the previous command.

Recent history highlights the growth of African football, with Senegal eliminating Brazil in the 2013 Confederations Cup in the round of 16. These games took place on neutral fields, with no official clashes to date.

Recent team performance

Brazil is coming off mixed results in 2025, with three wins and two defeats in the last five games. The rout of South Korea on October 10 showed offensive efficiency, with five goals scored.

• 14/10: Japan 3 x 2 Brazil (friendly).
• 10/10: South Korea 0 x 5 Brazil (friendly).
• 09/09: Bolivia 1 x 0 Brazil (qualifiers).
• 04/09: Brazil 3 x 0 Chile (qualifiers).
• 10/06: Brazil 1 x 0 Paraguay (qualifiers).

Senegal, in turn, remains unbeaten in 2025 in the CAF qualifiers, with four wins and one draw. The 4-0 victory over Mauritania on October 14 reinforced defensive solidity.

Weather conditions in London

The weather in London this Saturday features cloudy skies with temperatures around 14°C at 1pm, kick-off time. There is no forecast of precipitation, but winds of up to 27 km/h may influence set pieces.

The relative humidity is 100%, with visibility of around 25 km, ideal conditions for a fluid game on the Emirates Stadium pitch. The daytime maximum reaches 14°C, and the nighttime minimum reaches 11°C, with no warnings for rain or fog.

These factors favor the Brazilian style of play, with possession of the ball and quick exchanges of passes.

Individual highlights and scorers

Vinícius Júnior leads the Brazilian top scorers in 2025, with eight goals in 12 matches for the national team, including goals against Colombia and South Korea. Rodrygo contributes with four assists, forming a lethal duo on the flanks.

In Senegal, Sadio Mané racked up seven goals in African qualifiers, standing out for his speed and finishing. Chelsea’s Nicolas Jackson has scored three times in recent games, while Ismaila Sarr has five assists.

These players have defined recent results, such as Mané’s two goals in the victory over Brazil in 2023. Ancelotti praised Vini Jr’s form in training, foreseeing a central role in the attack.

Ticket and stadium information

Tickets for the Emirates Stadium sold out within hours of the announcement, with a capacity for 60,704 fans. Prices ranged from 50 to 200 pounds, prioritizing local fans and Brazilians residing in Europe.

The stadium, home to Arsenal, hosts a friendly between South American and African teams for the first time. Built in 2006, it has a modern structure with large screens and retractable seats.

Brazilian fans form the largest group of expatriates in London, estimated at 20 thousand, which guarantees a vibrant atmosphere. The CBF organized travel packages for the duel, which sold out quickly.