Brazil get off to a winning start at the World Cup
Richarlison scores twice as Brazil beat Serbia 2-0
Brazil got their World Cup campaign off to a winning start with a convincing 2-0 victory over Serbia at the Lusail Stadium on Thursday.
The five-time champions dominated the game from start to finish and were rewarded for their pressure when Richarlison fired them ahead in the 62nd minute with a stunning scissor kick.
The Tottenham forward doubled Brazil's lead 11 minutes later with a close-range header to seal the win.
Serbia offered little in attack and were unable to test Brazil goalkeeper Alisson Becker.
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Conclusion
Brazil's victory was a statement of intent and they will be one of the favorites to win the World Cup in Qatar.
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