Manchester United fans’ favourite Casemiro has been described as “the best midfielder in the world”
following another talismanic performance for Brazil at Qatar 2022.
The 30-year-old scored a sensational winning goal in his country’s 1-0 success over Switzerland on Monday night to secure their qualification to the World Cup knockout stages.
Casemiro's delicious finish in the 83rd minute was applauded by a group of attending Brazil icons and former tournament winners, including Cafu, Roberto Carlos and the incomparable Ronaldo.
Brazil’s current star man Neymar was watching the action from afar while recovering from an ankle injury that he sustained on matchday one.
The absent talisman was clearly delighted, judging by this tweet: “Casemiro has been the best midfielder in the world for a long time.”
“As a habit, I always respect opinions. I usually don't comment but I will allow myself to do so today. I agree!”
Tite’s assistant Cesar Sampaio, who played at the 1998 World Cup, added: “Casemiro manages in front of the back four and acts as the first screen. He can also shoot from mid-range distances, which makes a key difference in that position.”
“I scored but it is important to have assisted the whole team. When we win, we win together, when we lose, we lose together. It doesn't change my mindset. This is a group, the Brazil national team as players, we must play as a group. That is most important to get the title.”