The tournament marks his second World Cup appearance. He noted the years of dedication required to represent Brazil, a five-time world champion.
“I've always dreamed of playing in the World Cup, and now I'm in my second.
There's nothing better than representing my country and all those players who dreamed of getting here. It seems easy, but it was years of battle,” he said.
Brazil Faces Japan in Round of 32
Brazil advanced to the knockout stage after finishing first in Group C, extending a 44-year streak of topping their opening group at every World Cup since 1982.
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The South American squad faces Japan on Monday in a critical Round of 32 elimination match.
