Brazil National Football Team

#### General Information

- **Nickname**: Seleção (The Selection), Canarinho (Little Canary)

- **Governing Body**: Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF)

- **Confederation**: CONMEBOL (South American Football Confederation)

- **Head Coach**: As of 2024, the head coach is Fernando Diniz.

- **Captain**: The captain often changes, with prominent players like Thiago Silva and Neymar having held the role.

- **Home Stadium**: Maracanã Stadium, Rio de Janeiro

#### Team Colors

- **Home Kit**: Yellow shirts, blue shorts, and white socks

- **Away Kit**: Blue shirts, white shorts, and blue socks

#### Achievements

- **FIFA World Cup**: 

  - Champions: 5 times (1958, 1962, 1970, 1994, 2002)

  - Runners-up: 1950, 1998

  - Third place: 1938, 1978

  - Fourth place: 1974, 2014

- **Copa América**:

  - Champions: 9 times (1919, 1922, 1949, 1989, 1997, 1999, 2004, 2007, 2019)

  - Runners-up: 11 times

- **FIFA Confederations Cup**:

  - Champions: 4 times (1997, 2005, 2009, 2013)

#### Notable Players

- **Pelé**: Widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time.

- **Zico**: Known as the "White Pelé" and famous for his skills and free kicks.

- **Romário**: Key player in Brazil's 1994 World Cup-winning squad.

- **Ronaldo**: A prolific striker and two-time World Cup winner (1994, 2002).

- **Ronaldinho**: Renowned for his flair and creativity.

- **Neymar**: One of the modern-day stars, known for his dribbling and scoring ability.

#### Style of Play

Brazil is known for its attacking style, flair, and creativity, often referred to as "samba football". The team emphasizes skillful dribbling, quick passing, and offensive play, making them one of the most entertaining teams to watch.

#### Recent Performances

- **2022 FIFA World Cup**: Brazil reached the quarter-finals but were eliminated by Croatia in a penalty shootout.

- **Copa América 2021**: Brazil finished as runners-up, losing to Argentina in the final.

#### Development and Youth

Brazil has a strong tradition of developing young talents through its various youth academies and leagues. Many Brazilian players start their careers in domestic leagues before moving to Europe’s top clubs.

#### Rivalries

- **Argentina**: Known as the "Superclásico de las Américas", it's one of the most intense and historic rivalries in international football.

- **Uruguay**: A significant rivalry due to historical clashes, including the famous 1950 World Cup final.

#### Supporters and Culture

Brazilian football fans are known for their passionate support, creating vibrant and colorful atmospheres at matches. Football is deeply ingrained in Brazilian culture, with a rich history and a continuous supply of world-class talent.

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