The Seleção delivered a commanding 3-1 performance in the quarterfinals, with Vinicius Jr. scoring twice and setting up Rodrygo for the third. Head coach Dorival Júnior praised the team's defensive resilience, which has conceded only two goals in five matches so far.
Colombia, despite a spirited first half, were unable to contain Brazil's fluid attacking transitions. James Rodríguez pulled one back from a stunning free kick but it was too little too late. Brazil now faces either France or Argentina in the semifinal – a prospect that has already sent Brazilian social media into a frenzy.
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Após uma atuação dominante contra a Colômbia, o Brasil está a apenas dois jogos de conquistar o hexa. Vinicius Jr. está em forma irreconhecível e a torcida brasileira já começa a sonhar.
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