Douglas Santos talks World Cup challenges ahead of Haiti match

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Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Douglas Santos talks World Cup challenges ahead of Haiti match
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Brazil national team left-back Douglas Santos addressed the competitive nature of the World Cup during a press conference in New Jersey on June 16. He emphasized the parity in the tournament, noting that no game is expected to be easy. Santos highlighted the balance brought by a mix of younger and experienced players and expressed confidence in the squad’s preparations. Brazil will face Haiti on June 19 at Lincoln Financial Field, with Santos acknowledging the opponent's strong physical presence and urging caution in their approach.

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  • Douglas Santos emphasizes the difficulty of upcoming World Cup matches.
  • Brazil will compete against Haiti on June 19 in Philadelphia.
  • Santos underscores the blend of youth and experience in the squad.
  • The left-back stresses the importance of humility and focus.
  • Brazil aims to secure its first group stage victory.
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Brazil national team left-back Douglas Santos spoke about the fiercely contested start to the World Cup, marked by closely fought matches in the opening round of the group stage. In a press conference...

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