Brazil’s media in awe as Wolves star Matheus Cunha outshines Vinicius Jr in international display
Matheus Cunha started for Brazil against Argentina in the early hours of Wednesday morning, and it was a night to remember for the Wolves forward.
Cunha was selected for Dorival Junior’s Brazil squad for the World Cup Qualifiers against Colombia and Argentina.
The 25-year-old was rewarded for his sensational form this term after scoring 15 goals in all competitions for Wolves.
In the 2-1 win over Colombia on Friday, which saw Vinicius Jr score a 99th-minute winner, Cunha was involved for the final 30 minutes of that clash.
He impressed during that cameo and then earned a start against arch-rivals Argentina alongside his teammate Andre.
Brazil’s media praise Matheus Cunha after scoring against Argentina
Ahead of this showdown, Argentina were without the injured Lionel Messi. But even though the little magician is still instrumental to their attack at the age of 37, his teammates produced a stunning performance without him.
Lionel Scaloni’s side thrashed Brazil 4-1 to extend their lead at the top of the World Cup Qualification table.
It was a defeat for Brazil last night, losing 4-1 to Argentina but Matheus Cunha got on the scoresheet in the first half.
Cunha played around 70 mins, Andre started and played over 80 mins and Joao Gomes came on at half time.#WWFC | #Wolves
