CAMPANA, June 29, 2011 (AFP) - The Brazilian team trained with a cheerful and confident mood before their first match in the Copa America on Sunday, against Venezuela in La Plata.
Brazil has a very strong attack composed of Robinho, Alexandre Pato, Ganso and Neymar. Brazil is currently defending the continental title but Argentina is a tough rival; they have a great team and as the hosts there is a lot of pressure on them to win the Copa America.
"We all know that Argentina is the majority’s favorite, because it's their home, and this places a lot of pressure on the team, but we also know that Brazil is prepared. Argentina and Brazil are the strongest teams" remarked 21 year old Brazilian footballer, Alexandre Pato at a news conference.
Pato also knows his responsibility. "To wear jersey number 9 is an honor because it was worn by players like Ronaldo, among others, but now it is mine and I'm ready" said the young striker who plays for Internacional in Porto Alegre.
The Brazilian team did technical training in their training complex, in Campana, Buenos Aires, on Wednesday. Coach Mano Menezes started the practice with free kicks and corners and ended it with a recreational game.
"It is about forming group of experienced players and other young people who want to keep Brazil at its best. But to form a team like this we need time and training, "said Lucas of Liverpool.
Brazil is part of Group B with Venezuela, Paraguay and Ecuador. The team will play their first game on Sunday against Venezuela.
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