Key Highlights
- Brazil’s ninth match at Emirates Stadium against Senegal on November 15.
- The stadium has been a significant venue for the Brazilian national team since moving from Highbury in 2006.
- Notable players and events include Gilberto Silva, Elano, Robinho, Neymar, and Lucas Torreira.
Emirates Stadium: A Home Away From Home for Brazil’s National Team
The Emirates Stadium, located in London, England, has served as a significant venue for the Brazilian national football team since 2006. This storied history is set to continue with their upcoming match against Senegal on November 15, marking the Selecao’s ninth encounter at the iconic stadium over the past 19 years.
A Historical Ground
Since moving from Highbury in 2006, Emirates Stadium has hosted a series of high-profile matches for Brazil. The first match was a significant one against arch-rivals Argentina on September 3, 2006, where the South American giants managed to secure a comfortable victory over their opponents.
Over the years, several notable players have graced the Emirates Stadium pitch for Brazil, including Gilberto Silva, Elano, and Robinho. In one of the more memorable matches, which took place on February 10, 2009, Brazil defeated Italy by a score of 2-0 in another demonstration of their dominance.
Notable Performances
The stadium has also been the stage for young talents like Neymar to showcase their skills. In March 2011, Neymar netted twice, once from the penalty spot, and delivered a stellar performance against Scotland. Four years later, in March 2015, Brazil returned to Emirates Stadium to face Chile, with Neymar scoring his second goal of the night.
In November 2018, Brazil clinched another victory at the stadium by defeating Uruguay 1-0. During this match, Lucas Torreira, who had moved from Sampdoria to Arsenal in the summer of 2018, made a full appearance for the first time at his home ground.
Matches and Squad
The upcoming match against Senegal will be Brazil’s ninth encounter at Emirates Stadium. The squad named by Carlo Ancelotti includes Gabriel, who has been selected to face Senegal alongside Tunisia during the November international break in Lille, France.
This series of matches has not only provided a home away from home for Brazilian players but also served as an important training ground for future World Cup campaigns. Each visit to Emirates Stadium adds another chapter to Brazil’s rich footballing history and continues to forge strong connections between the team and their supporters in London.
