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Philippe Coutinho and Arthur feature as Brazil held by Panama

Barcelona duo Philippe Coutinho and Arthur both featured for Brazil in their disappointing friendly draw against Panama on Saturday in Portugal.

Tite’s men were surprisingly held to a 1-1 draw against a determined and disciplined Panama side, who will be delighted to avoid defeat against the Selecao.

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What a result for Panama pic.twitter.com/A2s8JiBSxk— B/R Football (@brfootball) March 23, 2019

Brazil went ahead just after the half-hour mark through Lucas Paquetá. The AC Milan man was found by Casemiro with a superb ball, and he finished at the far post.