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Pele impressed by Tite's ability to cope with Brazil's modern challenges

The ex-Corinthians coach has made a brilliant start in one of football's most demanding jobs, qualifying with ease for Russia 2018

Brazil coach Tite has a more difficult job to do than many of his national team predecessors, according to Selecao legend Pele.

Tite was appointed to the top job in June 2016 after Dunga was dismissed following Brazil's poor showing at the Copa America Centenario.

The 56-year-old has drawn plenty of plaudits for Brazil's performances under his stewardship and the team is considered among the favourites for World Cup glory in Russia this year.

Brazil's latest 25-man squad for friendlies with Russia and Germany includes just three domestic-based players, and Pele sympathised with the challenges Tite faces.