World Cup
Brazil beat Tunisia. Neymar scores penalty and closes Pele’s record
On the evening of September 27, in a friendly match, the Brazilian national team defeated the Tunisian team (5: 1), which was preparing for the 2022 World Cup, which will be held in Qatar at the end of the year.
Barça’s goals were also scored by Rafinha, Richarlison and Pedro Abreu.
Also, Neymar scored from the penalty spot. This is his 75th goal for Brazil. The national team’s goal record belongs to Pele (77 goals).
friendly matches
September 27
Brazil – Tunisia – 5:1
Goals: Rafinha 11, 40, Richarlison 19, Neymar 29 (pencil), Rafinha 40, Pedro Abreu 74 – Talbi 18.
Japan – Ecuador – 0:0
Canada – Uruguay – 0:2
Scorers: De La Cruz 6, Nunes 33
Qatar – Chile – 2: 2
Goals: Afif 59, Al Haidos 67, Sanchez 37, Vidal 78.
USA – Saudi Arabia – 0:0
Malta – Israel – 2:1
Goals: Satariano, 84, Apap, 87 – Natkho, 32 (pencil)
Source: Sport UA
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