Brazil and Russia begin their preparations for this summer's World Cup when they face off at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow on Friday.
The tournament kicks off in just three months and the friendly game will allow Brazil to get an early feel for the atmosphere they can expect in Russia.
It may be a friendly but the hosts will be keen to issue a statement of intent by putting in a strong performance against one of the tournament favourites in front of their own fans.
For the players, it is the first of a number of trial games as they bid to ensure their places on the plane to Russia in June.