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Estevão Hits Five for Brazil as Ancelotti Explains Penalty Switch in Tunisia Draw

The 18-year-old's surge under the Italian manager highlights a rapid ascent from new Chelsea signing to the squad's standout prospect.

Overview

  • Brazil drew 1-1 with Tunisia in Lille, where Estevão equalized from the spot before a second penalty was reassigned to Lucas Paquetá, who missed over the bar.
  • Carlo Ancelotti said he changed the taker to reduce pressure on the teenager, while Paquetá apologized for the miss and vowed to improve.
  • Estevão scored in both November friendlies against Senegal and Tunisia, bringing his tally to five goals in 11 senior appearances for the Seleção.
  • The winger is reported as the second-youngest Brazilian to reach five international goals, behind Pelé, according to Chelsea Stats.
  • Tunisia coach Sami Trabelsi labeled him a "football genius" and suggested Ballon d'Or contention in the coming years, as the £29m Chelsea signing continues to earn regular minutes under Enzo Maresca.