Well, that was not surprising. Brazil had no problem dropping six goals on Iraq, who were only saved from complete embarrassment by some excellent goalkeeping.
Brazil vs. Iraq: Lineups
Iraq starting lineup: Noor Sabri; Khaldoun Ibrahim, Ahmad Ibrahim Khalaf, Husam Kadhim, Ali Bahjat Fadhil, Muthana, Khalid, Ahmed Yasin, Nashhat Akram, Amjad Radhi, Husam Ibrahim, Walid Salem
Iraq’s coach, if you didn’t know, is Brazilian legend Zico ... oh, that’s why this game is a thing. You can catch it at 2:30 p.m. ET on GolTV in the U.S. or Canada.
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Michael Regan - Getty ImagesBecause Brazil automatically qualify for the World Cup by virtue of hosting it, they’re spending two years on a money-making friendly tour. They might start exclusively scheduling tough opponents after the Confederations Cup in order to prepare for the tournament, but for now, they’re just playing in places that are convenient for their European players while making some money. The most notable call-up to this Brazil squad is Kaka, who returns after two years out of the team. He joins the regular starting cast of Neymar, Hulk, Leandro Damiao and Oscar, and will probably come off the bench.
Match date/time: Thursday, 8:30 p.m. local, 2:30 p.m. ET
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