Brazil: Arsenal star, Real Madrid duo and Tottenham ace among attacking stars for World Cup squad

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Brazil: Arsenal star, Real Madrid duo and Tottenham ace among attacking stars for World Cup squad

Tite's side scored 40 goals in their 17 games in qualifying. They only conceded five. Neymar, Vinicius Jr, Rodrygo, Raphinha, Richarlison, Gabriel Jesus, Roberto Firmino, and Antony are among the attacking options available to Tite. Sportsmail takes a look at how they could line-up during the 2022 Qatar World Cup.

Neymar has 121 caps and 75 goals for Brazil. He has scored 11 goals and made 8 assists in 13 matches for PSG this season. Brazil are hoping to win their first World Cup since 2002. Neymar is Brazil's golden boy in attack.

Vinicius Jr has been impressive for Real Madrid this season. He helped them win the LaLiga title and Champions League last season and has scored five goals and one assist in La Liga so far this term. Vinicius has only scored one goal for Brazil in 16 caps.

Rodrygo is making a name for himself at Real Madrid. He played with Vinicius and Karim Benzema last season. Rodry go has scored three goals and made two assists in seven league games this season for Real.

Raphinha has been a regular for Brazil in the last few international breaks. He has made 11 appearances for his country and scored five goals. Raphineh signed for Barcelona from Leeds United in a £20m summer deal.

Richarlison is a key part of Brazil's plans with more experience than most of their attacking options. The former Everton forward has 17 goals to his name for his country in 38 caps. He has scored twice in the Champions League this season, but not in Premier League.

Gabriel Jesus has scored five goals and made three assists in his first eight league games for Arsenal. Jesus was left out of Brazil's final squad ahead of the World Cup. He has 19 goals in 56 appearances for Brazil.

Antony signed for Manchester United for £85m from Ajax. He has made three appearances for the Red Devils and scored on his Premier League debut against Arsenal. Antony has 11 caps for Brazil and two goals for his country.

Gabriel Martinelli is expected to miss out on the Brazil squad for Qatar 2022. The 21-year-old has scored three goals and picked up an assist for Arsenal this season.

Roberto Firmino has re-gained his place at Liverpool after falling down the pecking order. Firmine has five goals and three assists in six Premier League games so far this season. He was called up to Brazil's last international squad.


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