5 top friendlies to watch out for during the international break

#3 Brazil vs England

Brazil's forward line are genuinely terrifying and will prove a handful for the Three Lions

Talk of Brazil being tournament favourites at the start of their qualifying campaign may have been premature then, but Neymar and co. have certainly outdone themselves over the past year. With Neymar, Coutinho and Gabriel Jesus, Brazil arguably have the best and most in-form front line in the world.

The Samba boys have produced some scintillating displays this season, tormenting opposition defences. In goalies Alisson and Ederson, they have found a steady presence in goal, and are sure to make their mark in the World Cup 2018.

Paulinho has also chipped in with a few goals, and with Casemiro and Fernandinho, makes up a tenacious midfield. Coach Tite has also done an excellent job of finding a solid starting eleven for the World Cup next year.

England have flattered to deceive during their qualifying campaign, and expectations of the national team are at an all time low, given their knack to choke at crucial stages of important competitions. But it would be unwise to count the Three Lions out of the contest, with Harry Kane, Dele Alli and Rashford experiencing a good run of form.

Brazil were in imperious form during the qualifiers, finishing their campaign at the top of the table, with ten points separating them from 2nd placed Uruguay. England have their task cut out for themselves if they are to beat Brazil in this particular friendly.