Richarlison Breaks Down in Tears After Missing Sitter in Brazil Versus Bolivia, Video

Richarlison Breaks Down in Tears After Missing Sitter in Brazil Versus Bolivia, Video

Isaac Darko
updated at September 9, 2023 at 6:30 PM
  • Richarlison was inconsolable on the sidelines
  • The Brazil striker missed a glorious chance against Bolivia
  • Richarlison's disappointing performance led to him being replaced

Tottenham Hotspur striker Richarlison was visibly distraught after failing to convert a clear goal-scoring opportunity during Brazil's match against Bolivia on Friday night.

In the World Cup qualifier, the Selecao secured a resounding 5-1 victory, with Neymar and Rodrygo both netting twice, and Raphinha adding to the scoresheet.

However, one player who couldn't find the back of the net was Richarlison, as his recent struggles in front of goal persisted.

Richarlison, Brazil, Bolivia
Richarlison's disappointing performance led to him being replaced. Credit: @espn
Source: Twitter

Richarlison had an ideal chance to break his goal drought for Brazil at Mangueirao Stadium when the South American powerhouse was leading 2-0.

However, his execution left much to be desired. Despite displaying impressive skill by swivelling past an approaching defender, his finish was wayward as he sent the ball soaring over the crossbar.

Not long after, the 26-year-old was hooked and replaced by Wolves striker Mateus Cunha.

And when the camera panned to him on the bench later on when Brazil were leading 4-1, his eyes were red and tears flowed down his face.

Time will tell whether Richarlison starts in Brazil's next match, which comes against Peru on Tuesday evening.

Gabriel Jesus and Cunha are among the players that could be handed a starting berth should Richarlison be dropped.

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Isaac Darko is a La Liga, Ligue 1 and Bundesliga editor at Sports Brief with a Degree in Journalism and Communications from Ghana Institute of Journalism (2010)
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