Brazil land in Townsville to begin post-World Cup reboot

Brazil's rebuild starts in a city better known for rugby league than joga bonito.

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What happened. Brazil's squad, including Vinícius Júnior and Raphinha, landed in Townsville on Thursday ahead of a friendly against Australia. The Seleção are beginning their rebuild after their latest World Cup exit.

• Townsville is better known for rugby league than football.
• Almost 80 junior rugby league sides were at the airport for the Gordon Tallis Cup.
• The match against the Socceroos marks the start of Brazil's reboot.

Brazil's post-World Cup rebuild begins against Australia in an unlikely football outpost.

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