Brazil player ratings vs Senegal: Casemiro’s turned into prime Neymar! Man Utd star produces moment of magic as Estevao shines but Arsenal will be FUMING after Gabriel injury blow

Ederson (6/10):

His first start under Ancelotti. Made a few smart saves but his dithering on the ball almost gave up a goal. Will likely be Alisson’s understudy for the World Cup.

Eder Militao (8/10):

Made a crucial block to deny Sadio Mane at the end of the first half. Out of position at right-back, but slotted in alongside Marquinhos after Gabriel’s injury. 

Marquinhos (7/10):

Unflappable as always. While other defenders produced more memorable interventions, he was rarely caught out of position. 

Gabriel (7/10):

A typically physical and assured performance until the injury blow ended his evening in the 64th minute. Arsenal fans will be nervous.

Alex Sandro (7/10):

Defended well and provided an outlet in possession. A fine performance from the 34-year-old.

Bruno Guimaraes (8/10):

Twice set up Cunha in the opening moments just for the United man to hit the frame of the goal. Broke forward without eschewing his defensive duties. A complete performance by a complete player.

Casemiro (8/10):

Screened his defenders well, calm in possession and took his goal beautifully.

Estevao (8/10):

Drifted about the pitch to devastating effect, doubling up with Rodrygo and Vini to create overloads. Raced onto the ball and curled a beautiful finish past Mendy. A real superstar in the making.

Vinicius Jr (7/10):

Denied a certain goal by a last-ditch Koulibaly tackle. As Brazil’s tempo dropped, he became less influential but he still ran his socks off. 

Matheus Cunha (6/10):

Will wonder how he came away without a goal. Got himself in good positions but narrowly missed two massive chances in the opening 15 minutes.

Rodrygo (7/10):

Looked like a man that wanted to prove a point to his club manager. Perhaps his lack of starts at Real Madrid was the reason he faded somewhat in the second half. 

Joao Pedro (5/10):

Came into the game as Brazil lost their urgency. 

Wesley (6/10):

Made one crucial interception from a dangerous cross. 

Lucas Paqueta (N/A):

Entered the game in the 83rd minute. No time to make any real impact.

Luiz Henrique (N/A):

A late introduction, next to no time for him to shine. 

Fabricio Bruno (N/A):

Last-minute sub.

Caio Henrique (N/A):

On for the final knockings.

Carlo Ancelotti (8/10):

Without a doubt the best performance under his management. His side played on the front foot for the first 45 minutes and essentially got the job done, with minimal threat to their goal.