Brazil bounced back in style from their recent international struggles as they ended Senegal's 10-match unbeaten run with a composed 2-0 victory at the Emirates Stadium only their second win in their last five matches against African opposition. Carlo Ancelotti's men entered this friendly under pressure after a shocking 3-2 defeat to Japan during their Asian tour last international break , and the response was as decisive as it was impressive, Softfootball reports.
Brazil started with the urgency of a side eager to restore pride, dominating the early exchanges and carving out several promising openings. Matheus Cunha came closest during a lively first 20 minutes, rising highest inside the box only to see his powerful header cannon off the crossbar.
The breakthrough finally arrived in the 28th minute, and it came through the electric Estevo, the teenage sensation who continues to build a reputation as Brazil's most exciting young talent. The Chelsea youngster curled a stunning left-footed effort into the far corner for his fourth international goal in five caps, reinforcing the hype that already surrounds him.