Gilberto Silva expects a tough match for Brazil against Scotland

Former Brazil midfielder and 2002 World Cup winner Gilberto Silva, currently serving with the FIFA Technical Study Group, has predicted a difficult test for the Brazilian national team in their final group stage match against Scotland. The game is scheduled to take place in Miami this Wednesday, June 24.

Silva emphasized that the match will be a rigorous test for Carlo Ancelotti's side. He noted that Scotland possesses several players with English Premier League experience and will be playing with high intensity, as they need a win to keep their tournament hopes alive.

Scotland has good players, and we must respect them while playing to win. They have nothing to lose, so they will certainly push forward against Brazil. Gilberto Silva

The former defensive midfielder also addressed the status of Neymar, who has been included in the squad following his recovery from injury. While his exact involvement remains to be determined, Silva highlighted the importance of the star forward's potential return to help the team progress to the next round.