On July 7, 2024, Brazil played Uruguay in the Copa América quarterfinals. Brazil's 17-year-old centre-forward Endrick was playing in the biggest game of his career to date, two weeks before he would officially sign for Real Madrid.
Endrick was wearing the Brazil No. 9 shirt once worn by Ronaldo Nazário, Tostão and Adriano. With a place in the Copa América semifinals at stake, it was the perfect opportunity to confirm his status as one of football's brightest new stars.
Only, it didn't go according to plan. The game at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas ended 0-0, Uruguay won on penalties and Endrick's performance was widely mocked on social media; he completed just one pass in 90 minutes, and that was taking the kickoff.