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Coutinho to fight for regular Brazil spot

The 23-year-old is disappointed with his exclusion from the squad for the latest World Cup qualifiers, but is undeterred and will continue fighting to be called up.

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Liverpool playmaker Philippe Coutinho believes the depth of Brazil’s selection pool makes it challenging to secure a regular spot in the national team, but he will work hard to feature in Dunga's plans.

The 23-year-old, who has been omitted from Dunga’s 23-man squad for the World Cup qualifiers against Argentina and Peru, is aware the Selecao boss is spoiled for choice.

Coutinho was last involved with the squad in September, where he made the bench for the 4-1 friendly victory away to the USA.