Brazil and Germany will lock horns in the FIFA U-17 World Cup quarterfinal here on October 22 to resume their great rivalry in different levels of global showpiece events.
The South American football powerhouse suffered a humiliating 1-7 thrashing at home in the semifinals match of 2014 World Cup that was played without Neymar.
However, Neymar led Brazil to a penalty shootout win against Germany for their historic gold medal in the men's football final in last year's Rio Olympics.
"Everybody expects a great game when you talk about Brazil against Germany."
Brazao, who has only conceded one goal from four matches, said he gives his all while donning Brazil jersey and it would be no different on October 22.
"I may play for 90 minutes or 100 but the time I spend on the pitch I hope to play like it's the match of my life," he said.
"My focus now is in this World Cup. Whatever happens after this will be a consequence of what I did here. But if something happens I will talk to my club and see," he said when asked if he's interested in joining any European club.
Braving downpour, the Brazilians had a full practice session at the Salt Lake Stadium. 12 players including three from their starting line-up against Honduras -- Brazao, Weverson and Rodrigo Guth -- were seen in action.
He insisted on enjoying his game.
"You have to enjoy playing football with responsibility. We think of opposition with respect. But without happiness on the pitch football is nothing. So it's all about enjoying the match."
He urged for support from the football-loving Kolkata people on October 22.
"We felt like home in Kochi, it was a great support there. But now we are here asking for support from Kolkata fans.
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