Danilo Santos and Igor Thiago seal Brazil win over Croatia

In the 3-1 win over Croatia, Danilo Santos and Igor Thiago scored their first goals for the Brazil National TeamCredits: Rafael Ribeiro/CBF

Danilo Santos and Igor Thiago could only smile after finding the net for the first time for the Brazil National Team on Tuesday night (31), in the 3-1 win over Croatia at Camping World Stadium in Orlando — Gabriel Martinelli scored the other goal. Crucial to the result, the duo made a point of thanking their teammates and coach Carlo Ancelotti for the opportunity.

Scorer of the goal that opened the scoring, Danilo followed the counterattack led by Vinicius Jr., who ran the length of the pitch and passed to the midfielder, who struck powerfully into the top corner to score for Brazil at the end of the first half.

“I want to thank God, the Mister (Ancelotti), and the group for this opportunity. I was able to score. The important thing is that we came away with the win, this World Cup cycle is over, and everything worked out today,” celebrated the 24-year-old player.

Danilo Santos opened the scoring for Brazil in the 3-1 win over Croatia in OrlandoCredits: Rafael Ribeiro/CBF

Late in the second half, the match was level for only a few moments. Croatia’s Majer made it 1-1, but Igor Thiago, shortly afterward, put Brazil back in front from the penalty spot. Before stepping up to take it, he received the ball from Endrick, whom he thanked for the trust.

“In the dressing room, everyone supports each other. I’m very happy that he gave me the ball, trusted me, and believed in my work. In the last World Cup, we went out like that, conceding a goal at the end, but we were resilient. I’m very happy for the opportunity,” said the striker.

With Danilo Santos and Igor Thiago eyeing two of the 26 spots for the World Cup, Brazil National Team coach Carlo Ancelotti will announce the squad for the tournament on May 18.

Igor Thiago’s penalty goal put the Brazil National Team back in front against CroatiaCredits: Rafael Ribeiro/CBF

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