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Brazil U20 team earns praise after 2-0 win against Bolivia

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 6:52 PM

Last updated Aug 9, 2026

Brazil U20 team earns praise after 2-0 win against Bolivia

Summary

Brazil's U20 team secured a 2-0 victory over Bolivia in a friendly match on August 9 at Granja Comary in Teresópolis, Rio de Janeiro. Head coach Paulo Victor expressed satisfaction with the team's performance, commending their intensity, attacking play, and aggressive off-ball behavior. Despite the win, he acknowledged flaws in finishing and noted that the team missed several scoring opportunities. Victor emphasized the importance of these games for player rotation and development ahead of upcoming tournaments, planning to give more players chances in the next friendly against Bolivia scheduled for August 12.

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•Brazil U20 defeated Bolivia 2-0 in a friendly match.
•Coach Paulo Victor praised the team’s intensity and attacking play.
•Brazil’s finishing was criticized despite the victory.
•Nine substitutions were made as part of team planning.
•The next friendly against Bolivia is set for August 12.

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6:52 PMYahoo Sports — Coach Paulo Victor praises Brazil U20s' display

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Paulo Victor liked the Brazil U-20 team’s performance against BoliviaCredits: Rafael Ribeiro / CBFBrazil U-20 head coach Paulo Victor was very pleased with the Young Canaries’ performance in the 2...
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