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Brazil coach Dorival Junior explains holding back Tottenham striker Richarlison

Brazil coach Dorival Junior admits Tottenham striker Richarlison is still working to full fitness.

Richarlison remained on the bench for Brazil's friendly win against England.

“I didn't go with Richarlison, who made an enormous effort to get on the pitch, but he has a natural recovery process," Dorival said.

“We are taking all possible care with him so as not to worsen the situation.

“He is working little by little to get back into better condition, it's still a bit of a slow process.

“Richarlison was initially ruled out for this game, for the next game we're going to rethink all of this, it will depend on his evolution."

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