Paqueta praised Vinicius for becoming more outstanding in his performances for the national team.

Flamengo midfielder Paquetá spoke about his Brazilian national team teammate Vinicius in an interview, praising the striker for becoming more outstanding and influential in matches for the national team.

In the second round of Group C's key match at the 2026 World Cup, Brazil, coached by Ancelotti, defeated Haiti 3-0, securing three important points after Cunha scored twice and Vinicius Jr. scored a goal.

Brazilian midfielder Paquetá said, "Vinicius's progress in the national team is very obvious. It's not that he didn't play well before, but that he is now more outstanding and more decisive."

“I think it has a lot to do with his playing style and his comfort in the team. Like us, he has a head coach that he knows very well and someone who makes him feel more comfortable and confident, which changes a lot of things.”

Paquetá continued, "I'm delighted to have gone through this phase of the journey with Vinicius, which is part of the growth process itself. As we play together longer, our understanding of each other deepens, and wonderful things naturally happen on the pitch."

In addition, Brazil will travel to Hard Rock Stadium to challenge Scotland in the third round of the group stage. Brazil is currently in first place in Group C, one point ahead of third-placed Scotland.

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