Arthur Elias emphasizes squad strength ahead of second friendly against Argentina
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 13, 2026, 2:48 AM
Last updated Oct 13, 2026

Brazil's Women's National Team coach Arthur Elias highlighted the team's resilience during a press conference following their first friendly against Argentina at Beira-Rio in Porto Alegre. The match emphasized the squad's ability to perform despite absences, with the team managing three goals by halftime. Elias mentioned the importance of familiarizing players with the facilities ahead of the 2027 World Cup. He noted a focus on maximizing training sessions and providing opportunities for new and existing players as they adopt a more attacking style. The second friendly against Argentina is scheduled for Tuesday at 8:30 p.m. in Recife.
- •Elias stressed squad resilience despite player absences.
- •Brazil scored three goals by halftime in the first match.
- •The next match is set for Tuesday in Recife.
- •Elias aims to optimize training and player opportunities.
- •Familiarity with World Cup venues is a key focus.
- 2:48 AMYahoo Sports — “A strong squad copes with any absence”, says Arthur Elias
"The first friendly against Argentina during this FIFA international window, at Beira-Rio in Porto Alegre, was important in showing the squad’s strength, even under unusual circumstances, Arthur Elia...
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