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Martinelli discusses Brazil's focus ahead of tough match against Scotland

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 8:39 PM

Last updated Jun 22, 2026

Martinelli discusses Brazil's focus ahead of tough match against Scotland
Summary

Gabriel Martinelli described Brazil's World Cup matchup against Scotland on June 24 as 'very difficult'. In a press conference at The Ridge hotel in New Jersey, Martinelli acknowledged Scotland's quality players and emphasized the team's focus on winning to secure first place in their group. Brazil currently leads Group C with four points, tied with Morocco but ahead on goal difference. He mentioned the importance of staying in New Jersey for logistical reasons and highlighted the positive atmosphere within the team, which he believes will aid their performance as the tournament progresses.

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  • •Brazil leads Group C with four points ahead of Scotland match.
  • •Martinelli emphasizes Scotland's quality players and difficulty of the game.
  • •Team is training hard in New Jersey, enjoying strong camaraderie.
  • •Winning will help Brazil avoid travel disruptions for future matches.
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  • 9:41 PMYahoo Sports — Gabriel Martinelli braced for tough test when Brazil take on Scotland
  • 8:39 PMYahoo Sports — Martinelli hails Seleção mood, eyes Scotland: “Very tough game”
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Brazil winger Gabriel Martinelli is preparing for Scotland to “come out strong” in Wednesday’s World Cup showdown in Miami. Steve Clarke’s men are still in the hunt to get out of the group phase for the first time in Scotland’s history, with a draw against the five-time world champions almost guaranteed to be enough to make progress.

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Forward Gabriel Martinelli described Brazil’s next World Cup match, against Scotland next Wednesday (24) in the third round of the group stage, as “very difficult.” In a press conference held th...

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