SEOUL – Rising star Estevão scored twice as a dominant Brazil crushed South Korea 5-0 in an international friendly on Thursday, showcasing their attacking brilliance ahead of upcoming competitions.
The match began with Brazil taking control early. Estevão opened the scoring in the 13th minute with a calm finish after a clever pass from Bruno Guimarães. Before halftime, Rodrygo doubled the lead with a curling strike into the corner, leaving South Korea’s defense struggling to cope.
After the break, Brazil turned up the pressure. Estevão grabbed his second goal just two minutes into the half, capitalizing on a defensive mistake. Rodrygo soon followed with his second of the night, extending Brazil’s lead to four. Vinícius Júnior later added the fifth goal in the 77th minute after a quick counterattack, sealing a perfect night for the five-time world champions.
Coach Carlo Ancelotti praised his team’s energy and teamwork, saying the squad played “fluid, fearless football.” He also highlighted Estevão’s performance, calling him one of Brazil’s brightest young prospects.
For South Korea, it was a tough outing at home as they struggled to contain Brazil’s relentless pace and creativity. The hosts had a few chances through Son Heung-min, but Brazil’s defense remained solid throughout the game.
With this commanding victory, Brazil continue to build strong momentum on their road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Fans around the world praised the team’s performance, calling it a reminder of Brazil’s trademark attacking flair.
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