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(VIDEO) Estêvão Levels the Match for Brazil Against Tunisia Before Halftime
A Key Moment That Shifted the Match
In a friendly where the visitors had taken the early initiative, Brazil found an important equalizer just before halftime thanks to Estêvão, who converted a penalty in the 44th minute to make it 1–1 against Tunisia. The young attacker, one of the most exciting emerging talents in the squad, stepped up under pressure to calm the match and restore balance for the team led by Carlo Ancelotti. His goal shifted the momentum and allowed Brazil to go into the break with renewed confidence.
The penalty was awarded after a foul inside the box, and Estêvão struck the ball firmly toward the right side of the goalkeeper, leaving no chance to stop it. The goal not only brought joy to Brazil, but also forced Tunisia to rethink its approach for the second half, knowing the match had changed direction just before the interval.
First-Half Breakdown and What It Means
Brazil started the match somewhat imprecise, struggling to break through Tunisia’s compact defensive block and generating fewer clear transitions than usual. Tunisia pressed effectively, took advantage of open spaces, and managed to disrupt Brazil’s rhythm in midfield. However, the equalizer just before the break gave Brazil the pause it needed to reset and adjust tactically.





















