Lucas Paqueta scores stoppage-time penalty as Brazil draw with Spain
Lucas Paqueta scored a stoppage-time penalty as Brazil came from behind for a second time to claim a 3-3 draw in their international friendly in Spain.
Spain captain Rodri looked to have won the match for the hosts with his second spot-kick of the night, three minutes from time in Madrid.
The Manchester City midfielder had also opened the scoring in a thrilling contest at the Bernabeu Stadium with his first effort after 16 minutes before Dani Olmo added a superb second.
Brazil hit back through Rodrygo and Real Madrid-bound teenage star Endrick, and Paqueta snatched the draw after Rodri had put Spain back ahead.
Spain started strongly with 16-year-old Barcelona star Lamine Yamal an immediate handful.
The youngster blazed an early chance over and then won the penalty from which his side took the lead after jinking into the area and being brought down by Joao Gomes.
Rodri made no mistake with a shot straight down the middle.
Vinicius Junior, who was playing at his home ground and the focus of much pre-match attention, had Brazil’s first opportunity after a powerful run by Rodrygo but shot tamely at Unai Simon.
Spain wanted another penalty after Nico Williams was fouled by Bruno Guimaraes but the offence was just outside the area.
The hosts increased their advantage after 36 minutes with a dazzling effort from Olmo. Yamal was again involved with a well-weighted pass but the goal was all about Olmo’s nimble footwork as he weaved through three challenges before curling a shot past Bento.
Yet, as stunning as that was, Brazil pulled one back almost immediately after a poor error by Simon. The goalkeeper’s pass for Fabian Ruiz was far too weak and Rodrygo was quick to swoop, expertly lifting the ball back over Simon.
Brazil introduced Endrick at half-time and it did not take the youngster long to make his mark at the ground he will call home from this summer.
The 17-year-old, fresh from his winner against England on Saturday, was in the right place at the edge of the box when a corner was half-cleared. He met the ball with a powerful left-footed volley that thundered into the bottom corner with the aid of a deflection.
There were further chances at both ends with Olmo twice testing Bento either side of a Lucas Beraldo effort for Brazil that flew well over.
Dani Carvajal also forced a save before being awarded Spain’s second penalty of the night as he went down, under a Beraldo challenge five minutes from time.
Again Rodri was on target but Paqueta was to have the final word after Galeno was bundled over by Carvajal.
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Andy Robertson suffers ankle injury during Scotland friendly
Robertson limped off during Scotland's meeting with Northern Ireland on Tuesday
Liverpool left-back missed three months with a shoulder injury suffered on international duty
Reds face Brighton on March 31
By Tom Gott
Mar 26, 2024
Robertson went off injured
Robertson went off injured / Ian MacNicol/GettyImages
Liverpool left-back Andy Robertson limped off during the first half of Scotland's meeting with Northern Ireland on Tuesday after picking up an ankle injury.
Robertson suffered a nasty shoulder injury during October's international break which kept him out of action until January and he will now be fearing another spell on the sidelines.
The Liverpool star went down holding his ankle after being caught by Sunderland's Trai Hume and looked in discomfort as he left the field.
Reds boss Jurgen Klopp will be sweating over Robertson's fitness ahead of Liverpool's return to domestic action, which will see them face Brighton & Hove Albion on March 31.
Should Robertson need time on the sidelines, Klopp could turn to natural understudy Kostas Tsimikas or the versatile Joe Gomez, who enjoyed an excellent run of form covering for Robertson earlier this season.
Joe Gomez
Gomez's good form got him back in the England squad / Visionhaus/GettyImages
Centre-back Ibrahima Konate was called up to the France squad despite recently battling a knock and, after sitting out France's defeat to Germany, started Tuesday's game against Chile.
Darwin Nunez, who picked up a knock of his own before the international break, did not travel with Uruguay and is expected back in action soon.
Midfielder Curtis Jones may also be ready to feature against Brighton but Trent Alexander-Arnold and Diogo Jota may need some extra time on the sidelines, although Klopp has confirmed he expects both back in the comng weeks.
Goalkeeper Alisson remains a concern as his hamstring injury forced him to miss out on a Brazil call-up.
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Real Madrid's 2023/24 squad: Keep, sell, loan or release this summer
Kylian Mbappe discourse will dominate Real Madrid's summer
Madrid on their way to a successful 2023/24 campaign
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By James Cormack
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Carlo Ancelotti's is working his laissez faire magic in Madrid / Juan Manuel Serrano Arce/GettyImages
Let's just hope and pray all this Kylian Mbappe lark is over sharpish once the summer transfer window opens for business.
Real Madrid are expected to acquire the generationally gifted Frenchman after he revealed earlier this year that he won't be extending his contract with Paris Saint-Germain. The deal appears to be a formality, but who will the 25-year-old team up with in the Spanish capital?
Carlo Ancelotti's men are destined for a multi-trophy 2023/24 campaign, and we shouldn't expect drastic changes to the make-up of their squad for next season despite Mbappe's likely addition.
Here's who Madrid should keep, sell, loan, and release this summer.
KEEP
Jude Bellingham, Daniel Carvajal
Jude Bellingham is set to be joined by another superstar in the Spanish capital this summer / Flor Tan Jun/GettyImages
GK: Thibaut Courtois - Regarded as the world's best goalkeeper before his injury-hit 2023/24 campaign, Courtois won't be going anywhere.
GK: Andriy Lunin - The Ukrainian usurped Kepa Arrizabalaga in the depth chart this season and will fancy competing with Courtois next term.
DEF: Dani Carvajal - The long-time Madridista may well retire in the Spanish capital.
DEF: Eder Militao - Militao has missed much of the season due to an ACL tear, but he'll be back in time for the run-in. The Brazilian starred last term and will return as first-choice.
DEF: Antonio Rudiger - The free agent arrival has been tasked with holding down the fort on his own given Madrid's centre-back injuries. A must-keep.
DEF: David Alaba - Real Madrid aren't going to sell Alaba, who's out until the start of next season with a long-term knee injury.
DEF: Lucas Vazquez - The versatile customer hasn't been a prominent figure, but he's still set for a contract extension before the end of the season.
MID: Toni Kroos - The coolest of operators, Kroos has already been told by the club's hierarchy that he can extend his contract when he wants... and he should.
MID: Eduardo Camavinga - The Frenchman has previously been linked with a move away, but Camavinga has enjoyed an uptick in minutes this term and will be a core member of Los Blancos for the next decade.
MID: Aurelien Tchouameni - Who knows, perhaps Tchouameni will develop into a world-class centre-back after stepping in alongside Rudiger midway through 2023/24. He's another core member of Madrid's next generation.
MID: Luka Modric - ONE MORE YEAR! ONE MORE YEAR!
MID: Federico Valverde - The Uruguayan would command a monster fee having evolved into one of the world's best at his position. He's irreplaceable, and Madrid have tied him down until 2029.
MID: Jude Bellingham - Now, this was a tough one... not. Belligoal will be teaming up with Mbappe entering the 2030s, probably.
MID: Brahim Diaz - It looked as if Brahim's Madrid career had passed him by, but he's enjoyed a resurgent campaign while performing a bit-part role. He's a handy deputy to Jude.
FWD: Vinicius Junior - Once the French superstar arrives in the Spanish capital, Madrid could arguably lay claim to the world's three best players. Vinicius has dealt with an injury setback or two this term, but he's been absolutely imperious in 2024.
FWD: Rodrygo - There may be murmurs regarding a move away, but neither Mbappe nor Vinicius will want to perform Rodrygo's role. The Brazilian is key for balance, and he's a lovely player to watch.
FWD: Joselu - Signed somewhat as a contingency loan last summer, Joselu has exceeded expectations and some. Madrid may well keep him on.
LOAN
Arda Guler
Arda Guler has endured an injury-ridden debut campaign / Juan Manuel Serrano Arce/GettyImages
DEF: Fran Garcia - There could be plenty of movement at left-back this summer, with Garcia, who joined the club last year, struggling to impress in year one. He might not be up to standard, but a loan is more likely than a permanent sale.
MID: Arda Guler - The Turkish hotshot has endured a wretched debut season thanks to injury, and a loan is very much needed. He's not going to be getting any of Bellingham's minutes next season.
SELL
Ferland Mendy
Ferland Mendy should be sold if Alphonso Davies joins this summer / Juan Manuel Serrano Arce/GettyImages
DEF: Ferland Mendy - Mendy has enjoyed a decent enough season and Ancelotti would happily retain the Frenchman. However, what would be the point if Alphonso Davies joined this summer? Miguel Gutierrez could replace Garcia and the club could get a decent fee for Mendy despite his contract expiring in 2025.
MID: Dani Ceballos - Madrid are not going to be able to garner a big fee for Ceballos, who's destined to join a La Liga European hopeful this summer.
RELEASE
Kepa Arrizabalaga
Kepa Arrizabalaga has been usurped by Andriy Lunin / Juan Manuel Serrano Arce/GettyImages
GK: Kepa Arrizabalaga - The loanee will not be kept on having lost his place to Lunin midway through the season. Kepa will return to Chelsea with his future once again uncertain.
DEF: Nacho Fernandez - Despite being appointed captain at the start of the season, it feels as if Nacho's time with Madrid is drawing to a close with his contract expiring this summer.
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