Team tests new formation against Peru in Copa America Feminina
This Thursday (21), the women's team faces Peru, at 21:00 (Brasilia time), for the last round of the first phase of the Copa América, held in Colombia, at the Pascual Guerrero stadium, in Cali. In this match, the Pia Sundhage technique will test the team's new formation. The Brazilians are assured in the semifinals and already have the leadership of Group B guaranteed. Brazil won the three games it played and has nine points.
Pia will not be able to count on defender Rafaelle and steering wheel Angelina, suspended for the third yellow. The probable formation against the Peruvians will have Lorena; Fê Palermo, Kathellen and Letícia Santos; Luana, Duda Sampaio, Duda Santos, Duda Francelino and Gabi Portilho; Geyse and Kerolin.
Opponent defined
Paraguay will be Brazil's opponent in the Copa América semifinals. On Wednesday night, the Paraguayans defeated Ecuador 2-1 in Cali, in a direct confrontation for the second spot in Group B.
The three best-placed teams in the Copa America secure a spot in next year's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand. The two finalists guarantee their place in the Paris Olympics (France) in 2024.