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Robert Hynes

Roy Keane's hilarious response when asked if he'll be cheering for England at World Cup

Roy Keane is hoping to see Brazil lift the World Cup for a sixth time in Qatar.

The Manchester United legend will jet out to the desert state ahead of the tournament kicking off to work as a pundit on ITV's coverage.

But ahead of kick-off, Keane previewed the competition with Micah Richards and Gary Neville for Sky Bet.

READ MORE: Roy Keane gives Gary Neville death stare when asked about 2002 World Cup fall out

The former Ireland captain was asked by Richards who he would be supporting at the tournament, with the ex-England defender following up with the question: "Are you one of us?"

Keane's facial expression said it all as he dodged the question and gave his verdict on who he wants to see crowned champions.

He replied: "I always go back to when I was a child growing up. You always have a soft spot for Brazil. I want to see how well Brazil are going to do.

"There obviously going to get into the knockout stages. I fancy them with the players they have. Obviously the brilliant goalkeepers so I'm looking forward to seeing Brazil."

Gary Neville interrupted to point out the Brazilians could have two Manchester United players in Fred and Casemiro playing in midfield, to which Keane replied: "Yeah, there you go. It's the weak spot but they've got other players who can cover that."

You can watch the exchange from about 1.20 in the video above.

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