The black jerseys to be worn by the players are the same model used by goalkeepers and were released by Nike for the 2022 World Cup. The uniform change will only be for the first half, after which the team will return to their traditional yellow shirts. The purpose of this action is to take a firm stance against racism in football.
After the match, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) plans to send the jerseys to political and sports authorities, including the presidents of FIFA, UEFA, and CONMEBOL, as well as Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Minister of Racial Equality Aniele Franco.
Brazil with a stunning win in the international friendly match. The Canaries won by four goals to one against the African team Guinea.
Brazil organized the match with the African team in Spain in a situation of strong racism against Vinicius Jr. in the Spanish league. So, for the first time in history, Brazil entered the field wearing black jerseys.
The match started with kneeling on the ground and giving a message against racism. Vinicius Junior played for Brazil in the number 10 jersey due to the injury of superstar Neymar.
It was also Vinny’s first match since being appointed head of FIFA’s anti-racism committee. It is a special committee that prescribes stricter penalties for discriminatory behavior in football.
The members of the committee are the players and other officials from FIFA. Fifa president Gianni Infantino called for the appointment of Vinny after the appointment of Viny, saying that racism should no longer exist in football.
Jolton’s debut for Brazil was also witnessed at the RCDE Stadium. Jolton also managed to find a goal in his maiden match for the national team. Jolintan also scored the first goal of the match.
Jolinton gave the Canaries the lead in the 27th minute of the match. Rodrigo increased Brazil’s lead three minutes after scoring the first goal.
But Guinea hit back in the 36th minute of the match. Serho Girassi was the goal scorer of the African powerhouse.
Brazil started the second half with a one-goal lead in the first half and increased the lead within seconds. Eder Militao found the goal for Brazil in the 47th minute. Finally, Vinicius Jr completed the list with a penalty two minutes before the allotted time.
Brazil’s next match is on June 21. Brazil will face Senegal in the match at the Estadio José Alvalde.
