Australia vs Brazil - Friendly International

Brazil controlled the game as expected, racking up 63% possession and doubling Australia's shot count, and their pressure told just before the break when a string of corners finally paid off through Estêvão, teed up by Endrick. But the Socceroos refused to fold, and after Brazil rang the changes following the goal, Australia punished a slightly disjointed Brazilian setup when Nestory Irankunda beat the away side's defense to level things at 1-0 in the 68th minute. Australia's clinical edge stood out statistically too - just 2 shots on target from 7 attempts but they made them count, while Brazil peppered the goal with 14 shots and only found the net once despite the lion's share of the ball. For Brazil, it's a reminder that even second-string XIs need sharper finishing, while Australia can take real confidence from frustrating a heavyweight opponent on the road to a share of the points.