Lucas Paqueta respects Scotland ahead of Brazil clash in Miami
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 10:11 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Brazil's Lucas Paqueta emphasized respect for Scotland ahead of their group match in Miami on Wednesday. Paqueta stated that all teams at the World Cup deserve respect and that Brazil plans to play its game effectively. The five-time world champions lead Group C following a draw with Morocco and a win over Haiti. Scotland aims to progress past the group phase for the first time, needing at least a point from the match. The encounter may see Neymar return after recovering from a calf injury, while Brazil will be without Raphinha due to a hamstring injury.
- •Brazil is currently first in Group C after a 3-0 win over Haiti.
- •Scotland hopes to secure a point to advance past the group stage.
- •Neymar may return to action after missing previous matches.
- •Raphinha is sidelined with a hamstring injury.
- 10:11 PMYahoo Sports — Brazil will not underestimate Scotland, says Lucas Paqueta
"Brazil playmaker Lucas Paqueta says he has “great respect” for Scotland ahead of the decisive clash between the teams in Miami on Wednesday. The five-time world champions sit top of Group C after following up their 1-1 draw with Morocco by beating Haiti 3-0 on Friday.
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