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Looking for Neymar and Richarlison still spreading smiles - Five lessons from Brazil 1-1 Panama

OPINION - Raisa Simplicio

Lucas Paqueta grabbed his first ever Brazil goal on Saturday but it wasn't enough to steer Brazil to victory over Panama in the Selecao's first test of 2019.

Wearing Brazil's number 10 jersey – usually reserved for Neymar – for the first time, Paqueta scored just past the half-hour mark, though Panama equalised in contentious fashion through captain Adolfo Machado, who appeared to be offside.

Below, Brasil Global Tour look back at the major talking points from the Emirates Stadium.

MISSING MAGIC IN MIDFIELD

Firmino Paquetu00e1 Brasil Panamu00e1 23 03 2019

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On the eve of the match, Coach Tite had expressed his concern over his side’s chances to create in midfield, and his fears were confirmed during the match.