The farewell of the Brazilian National Team before traveling to the World Cup will be at the Maracanã.
The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) announced the decision this Friday (6).
The match will be a friendly between Brazil and Panama on May 31.
Check out the CBF's statement
The Brazilian National Team will face the Panama team in its farewell from the country before departing for the United States. The Amarelinha will take on the Central American team at the Maracanã on May 31, closing the first phase of preparation for the World Cup.
It will be the opportunity for Carlo Ancelotti's squad to present themselves for the last time in front of the Brazilian fans, marking the start of the quest for the sixth world championship.
The Panamanian team is currently ranked 33rd in the FIFA Ranking and is in group L of the World Cup, alongside England, Croatia, and Ghana.
For the CBF president, Samir Xaud, the match will seal the pact between the team and the fans aiming for the world's biggest national team tournament.
"I find it very symbolic that this farewell is in such an important and emblematic venue. The Maracanã is the home of the Brazilian National Team, a stadium known worldwide and that has always been the stage for great performances. Receiving the affection and support of the fans will be fundamental for the team, which will depart for the USA the very next day,” commented the official.
The Brazilian National Team will train at Granja Comary in the days leading up to the match. For coach Carlo Ancelotti, it is important to feel the warmth of the fans before heading to the World Cup competition.
"I really like the Maracanã, it is a grand stage that carries a lot of history. We have everything to perform at a high level in the World Cup, we are preparing very well, the players are proud to serve the National Team, and this energy exchange before the competition will be very good," he highlighted.
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