Sports News of Wednesday, 3 July 2024
Source: www.mynigeria.com
Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior will miss Brazil's quarter-final clash against Uruguay due to suspension.
Vinicius was handed a yellow card for appearing to strike Colombia's James Rodríguez and now faces a one-game suspension after picking up two yellow cards in the group stage.
Selecao will clash with La Celeste in the last eight at Las Vegas, Nevada on Saturday, July 6 after failing to finish as Group D winners following their 1-1 draw against Columbia on Tuesday, July 2.
Both teams qualified for the next round, but Columbia will have a relatively easy tie against Panama.
Barcelona's Rafinha gave Brazil the lead from the set piece early in the 12th minute before Daniel Muñoz levelled the score before half-time.