6 top teams to watch out for at the FIFA World Cup, Russia 2018

Final Draw for the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia
Russia 2018 promises to be a treat for football fans around the world.

#4 Brazil

Brazil v Chile - 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia Qualifier
Eternal favourites, Brazil.

Whenever there is a World Cup, Brazil are always one of the favourites. They have all the necessary attributes required to be champions and they will be looking for redemption in this edition since the humiliating 1-7 defeat at home to Germany.

They have an abundance of attacking talent at their disposal such as Neymar, Coutinho, Gabriel Jesus, Willian, Roberto Firmino and Douglas Costa etc. Midfield also looks strong with Casemiro, Paulinho, Renato Augusto and Fernandinho.

Their defence should stay tight with likes of Marcelo, Thiago Silva, Dani Alves, Marquinhos and Miranda. They also have two world-class and in form goalkeepers Ederson and Alisson.

With Tite at the helm, Brazil has once again regained its elite status. They either use a 4-1-4-1 or a 4-4-3 formation. Fullbacks play high up the pitch and Casemiro plays as a third centre-back, while the remaining 7 players attack the ball. Tite is also credited with bringing in a more meticulous approach to Brazil's game.

The Seleção have quality, depth, experience, a strong back-line and a glorious history which should motivate them to be champions again.

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Edited by Anthony Akatugba Jr.
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