The Brazilian national team coach by Marcos Sorato Zopelini "Pipoca" is ready to take part in the next South American Games in Medellin, Colombia. The 9th edition of the event will take place since March 19th to 30th, beeing this the third time in which futsal is included in the schedule. As known Brazil conquered the two previous tournaments in 2002 (in Brazil) and 2006 (in Argentina)

On February 12th Pipoca announced his 12 men roster for the Medellin challenge, with 8 players who were crowned World Champions in 2008: Franklin, Tiago, Vinícius, Gabriel, Ari, Falcão, Lenísio and Carlinhos. Full roster below.


Brazilian National Team - Players List

Goalkeepers
Franklin (Krona/Joinville/DalPonte)
Tiago (Malwee/Cimed)

Fixos/Defenders
André (Krona/Joinville/DalPonte)
Carlinhos (Carlos Barbosa)

Alas/Flanks
Ari (Barcelona)
Cabreúva (São Caetano/Corinthians/Unip)
Gabriel (Inter Movistar - SPAIN)
Falcão (Malwee/Cimed)
Rato (Xacobeo 2010 Lobelle Santiago - SPAIN)
Vinícius (ElPozo Múrcia - SPAIN)

Pivots
Frede (Krona/Joinville/DalPonte)
Lenísio (Malwee/Cimed)

Head Coach: Marcos Sorato Zopelini "Pipoca"
Assistant Coach: Vander Iacovino


Posted by Luca Ranocchiari --> luca.ranocchiari@futsalplanet.com