Where are they now? Brazil's gold-winning team at the 2016 Olympics

Brazil v Germany - Final: Men's Football - Olympics: Day 15
Brazil v Germany - Final: Men's Football - Olympics: Day 15

Forward: Gabriel Jesus

Brazil v Germany - Final: Men's Football - Olympics: Day 15
Brazil v Germany - Final: Men's Football - Olympics: Day 15

Jesus played in the Olympics, having already sealed a move to Manchester City from Palmeiras. The Brazilian started life well at the English club and has featured frequently as a back-up to Sergio Aguero. He has also featured in most national team games as the main striker for the Selecao, including the World cup in Russia. This season he has scored 17 goals for Manchester City in all competitions, having started in only 18 games.

Forward: Neymar Jr

Brazil v Germany - Final: Men's Football - Olympics: Day 15
Brazil v Germany - Final: Men's Football - Olympics: Day 15

Neymar was recently part of one of the most controversial transfers in recent history after leaving Barcelona for PSG. The Brazilian sealed the move to the French capital making him the most expensive transfer in history. Prior to his injury in February, he has been involved in 31 goals in 28 matches for both club and country this season.

Substitutes:

Rafinha- Currently at Barcelona. Has never featured for the club since having knee surgery in late December last year.

Felipe Anderson: Currently playing for English club West Ham United.

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