Former Vietnamese Striker Kesley Finds Brazil's Draw with Morocco Acceptable

Huỳnh Kesley Alves, a former striker for the Vietnamese national football team, shared his thoughts on Brazil's opening match draw against Morocco, deeming the 1-1 result "acceptable." Waking early to watch his homeland's team, Kesley took the outcome in stride before starting his workday.

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I think this opening draw is acceptable.

"I think this opening draw is acceptable," Kesley told Tuổi Trẻ Online after the match. He anticipates that coach Carlos Ancelotti will need to "patch up the squad" for the next two games. Kesley pointed out that Brazil's upcoming schedule, facing Haiti and Scotland, is favorable, suggesting that improved play could make these matches easier.

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Coach Carlos Ancelotti will surely have to patch up the squad in the next two matches.

Reflecting on the game, Kesley observed that Brazil struggled with ball possession in midfield during the first half, lacking connection and failing to effectively utilize the wings. He suggested substitutions, including bringing on Endrick, Luiz Henrique, and Danilo, to replace players like Lucas Paqueta, Casemiro, and Raphinha. While Neymar was unavailable, Kesley believes Endrick had the potential to be a game-changer, expressing regret that the young player did not feature.

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Morocco played well, were united, and showed more enthusiasm than the Brazilian players.

Kesley also praised Morocco's performance, highlighting their "good play, unity, and more enthusiasm" compared to the Brazilian squad. He noted that Morocco's strength lay in their collective effort, not just individual brilliance like Achraf Hakimi. Comparing Brazil to their dominant 2002 team, Kesley acknowledged that while this year's squad is different, he hopes for Neymar's return in future matches. However, he reiterated his belief that Endrick could have secured a victory if given the chance from the start.

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If Endrick played from the start, I believe he had a good chance to decide this match.