As five-time champions, Brazil needed no introduction at the 2018 World Cup. Under Tite, they were ready to write the next chapter.
Brazil showed enough quality to navigate the group stage, but their campaign ended in the knockout rounds before the latter stages. With 8 goals in 5 games, they carried a consistent attacking threat throughout.
Brazil emerged from the group stage unbeaten, showing resilience in a tough opening round. They overcame Mexico in the Round of 16, and were narrowly knocked out by Belgium in the Quarter-finals. The narrowest of defeats against Belgium ended what had been a promising tournament run.
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3 consecutive wins scored in every match.
Philippe Coutinho led Brazil's attack with 2 goals at the 2018 World Cup. Shared the top-scorer honours with Neymar, both with 2.
Conceded in only 2 of 5 matches
The tactical mind behind Brazil's 2018 campaign. Leading Brazil at his first World Cup 3 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss under Tite.
Under Tite's leadership, Brazil employed an attacking style that often caught opponents off guard. Their strong performances in the group stage set them up for a deep run before their surprise loss to Belgium.
