Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti names Gabriel Martinelli in the starting lineup for the team’s World Cup round of 16 match against Norway. Martinelli is selected to replace injured midfielder Lucas Paquetá, who cannot play. The change affects the midfield and marks a role for Martinelli after he appeared as a substitute in Brazil’s previous match.
In Brazil’s round of 32 encounter, Martinelli comes off the bench in the 66th minute against Japan and contributes to the team’s outcome by scoring the go-ahead goal late in stoppage time. That strike helps give Brazil the result needed to advance to the knockout stage. With Brazil now facing Norway, the team’s lineup includes Martinelli in the starting XI, with the adjustment made specifically due to Paquetá’s injury. The match is scheduled for Sunday, and Brazil’s selection reflects a continuity of form for Martinelli following his late impact against Japan.
