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How the new Brazil is taking shape and why Cunha is key

Mon, Jun 29, 7:03 AM UTC

Former Brazil midfielder Lucas Leiva explains why Manchester United striker Matheus Cunha is so important to Brazil's adaptable system under Carlo Ancelotti.

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