Goals from Igor Jesus and Luiz Henrique secure Brazil's comeback in the match Brazil vs Chile 2-1
On October 10, 2024, in the World Cup qualifiers, the Brazilian National Team achieved an exciting comeback by defeating Chile 2-1 away from home, climbing up the standings. The match started dramatically, with Chile opening the scoring with a header from Eduardo Vargas just 69 seconds into the game. Brazil struggled at first, but thanks to goals from Botafogo players Igor Jesus and Luiz Henrique, secured the victory. With this result, the Brazilian team reaches 13 points, occupying fourth place, while Chile remains second to last, with only 5 points.
Highlights from the Game Brazil vs Chile
First Half
Right from the start, Chile dominated the match. In just one minute, Eduardo Vargas scored with a header, putting Chile in the lead. Brazil's defense, led by Danilo, failed to mark properly, and Ederson made a crucial mistake that allowed the goal. Brazil found itself at a disadvantage.
After conceding the goal, the Brazilian National Team appeared stunned and took time to respond. It wasn't until the 27th minute that they threatened the opponent's goal, with a cross from Abner that was deflected onto the crossbar by Maripan. Despite a performance below expectations, Brazil found an opportunity to equalize before halftime. In the 45th minute, Danilo crossed for Igor Jesus, who scored his first goal for the Brazilian National Team, leveling the match at 1-1.
Second Half
At halftime, Dorival Júnior made tactical adjustments, substituting Bruno Guimarães and Gerson for André and Lucas Paquetá. In the second half, Brazil showed greater offensive intent, taking control of the game's rhythm.
At the 51-minute mark, a goal by Brazil was disallowed for offside, which was a huge disappointment. However, they did not lose heart. At the 57th minute, Rodrigo was brought down in the box, but the referee did not call for a penalty.
As time went on, Brazil intensified their attacks. Finally, at the 88th minute, Luiz Henrique, with a brilliant individual play, scored the winning goal, securing a 2-1 comeback over Chile. This victory not only relieved the pressure on Dorival but also stabilized Brazil's position in the qualifiers, ensuring fourth place.
Goals of the Game
- Chile: Vargas, 1 minute
- Brazil: Igor Jesus, 45 minutes; Luiz Henrique, 88 minutes...
Lineups
- Chile: Cortes, Loyola, Kusevich, Maripan, Galdames (Morales), Paves (Alarcón), Echeverría, Osorio (Tapia), Valdés, Davila (Cepeda) and Vargas (Palacios). Coach: Ricardo Gareca
- Brazil: Ederson, Danilo, Marquinhos, Gabriel Magalhães and Abner (Gabriel Martinelli); André (Bruno Guimarães) and Lucas Paquetá (Gerson); Savinho (Luiz Henrique), Raphinha, Rodrigo and Igor Jesus (Endrick). Coach: Dorival Júnior
Next Game
Currently in fourth place, Brazil is preparing to face Peru, who is in last place, in the opening match of the next round of the World Cup qualifiers. The game will take place next Tuesday (15) at the Mané Garrincha Stadium in Brasília. On the same day, Chile will visit Colombia in Barranquilla.
