In Australia, Brazil found both a comeback and a flashpoint in a 4-2 friendly win on Tuesday, with Endrick emerging after the interval to influence a turbulent second half.
Carlo Ancelotti introduced the Real Madrid forward at half-time as Brazil overturned the deficit against the Socceroos. The five-time world champions eventually left with a 4-2 victory.
Quick facts
- Brazil beat Australia 4-2 after coming from behind in Tuesday’s friendly.
- Endrick entered the match after the break for Carlo Ancelotti’s side.
- A challenge from Australia defender Harry Souttar sparked a confrontation involving Endrick.
- Endrick set up Bruno Guimaraes for Brazil’s third goal.
- Vinicius Junior converted a penalty he had won himself to make it 4-2.
The match turned heated after Souttar’s tackle on Endrick. The Brazilian, who spent last season on loan at Lyon from Real Madrid, rose angrily and pushed the Australian defender.
Players gathered as tempers rose. Several Australian teammates moved towards Endrick, who was pushed in the ensuing melee and ended up back on the turf.
There was also a decisive footballing contribution from the 19-year-old. Endrick supplied Bruno Guimaraes, now with Arsenal, for the finish that put Brazil 3-2 ahead.
Vinicius Junior then sealed the recovery from the penalty spot. The forward had been fouled himself before converting Brazil’s fourth goal.
