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Sam Hill

Arsenal's Gabriel Jesus must be 'patient' for World Cup chance amid Richarlison Brazil heroics

Arsenal fans were unhappy to see their £45million summer signing start on the bench for Brazil behind Tottenham star Richarlison on Thursday.

Tite's side got off to the perfect start in the World Cup after Richarlison scored twice, including a stunning bicycle kick that is an early contender for goal of the tournament, against Serbia. Brazil superstar Neymar was substituted in the 79th minute after suffering a knock to his ankle and now looks set to miss the remaining Group G fixtures against Cameroon and Switzerland.

Jesus could be set to start Brazil's next game against Switzerland on Monday, November 28 after Neymar's injury but faces competition from club teammate Gabriel Martinelli, Manchester United star Antony and Real Madrid's Rodrygo. Martinelli also came off the bench for Tite's side against Serbia and showed glimmers of promise on the biggest stage in football.

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