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The National (Scotland)
The National (Scotland)
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Mark Walker

Scotland warned of the Brazil star who will 'exploit' them at the World Cup

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Scotland will face the best attacking midfielder in the world when they come up against Barcelona ace Raphinha at the World Cup, according to his Brazil boss Carlo Ancelotti.

Steve Clarke's side will entertain the South American giants in Miami in the final group game at the tournament this month.

Brazil warmed up for the World Cup with a 6-2 thrashing of Panama in Rio de Janeiro before flying to the USA.


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And Ancelotti reckons Raphinha is at the top of his game coming into the Finals. He said: "Raphinha is the best player in the world at attacking space.

"He is better than anyone at exploiting gaps. It's very important for me to allow him to express his creativity and football intelligence. I will never tell Raphinha where he has to play when we have the ball.

"I have full trust in his decision-making abilities."

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