Camila Orlando praised the Brazil U20 Women's National Team's progress during their training camp in the USA, despite a 2-0 loss and a 1-1 draw against the US team. She highlighted the team's growth and development both on and off the field.
Key points
Brazil U20 Women's team trained in the USA
Camila Orlando is the head coach
Team lost 2-0 and drew 1-1 against the USA
Orlando highlighted collective development
Short preparation period was effectively utilized
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“Growth and maturity”: Camila Orlando upbeat on Brazil U20s in USA
“Growth and maturity”: Camila Orlando upbeat on Brazil U20s in USA
The Brazil Women’s Under-20 National Team’s experience in the United States showed clear signs of progress. After the friendlies against the Americans — a 2-0 defeat in the first match and a 1-1 draw in the second, with a goal from Vitorinha — head coach Camila Orlando gave a positive assessment of the training camp and matches, highlighting the team’s collective development on and off the field.
“We’ve seen tremendous progress, a lot of growth. Not just in the match, but throughout the entire call-up.”
According to the coach, the short preparation period was put to good use, despite the challenge of implementing adjustments in just a few days.
“In two or three training sessions, it’s not easy to improve and already be able to put it into practice. But we were able to see that progress on the field.”
Coach Camilla Orlando during the second friendly against the U.S. held at Riverside StadiumCredits: Fabio Souza/CBF
Tactical adjustments
During the friendlies, the coaching staff took the opportunity to test different formations and roles, focusing on expanding the team’s options.
“We managed to make several changes within the game, whether in the system, positions, or players. We want multifunctional athletes.”
The analysis also involves game reading and the ability to exploit the opponent’s weaknesses.
“We were able to fine-tune details regarding their vulnerabilities and make better use of those spaces.”
Core squad taking shape for the World Cup
With the World Cup drawing closer every day, coach Camilla Orlando indicated that the team is already starting to take shape, although there is still room for a few specific adjustments.
Q&A
What were the results of Brazil U20 Women's matches against the USA?
Brazil U20 Women's National Team lost 2-0 in the first match and drew 1-1 in the second match against the USA.
Who is the head coach of Brazil U20 Women's National Team?
Camila Orlando is the head coach of the Brazil U20 Women's National Team.
What did Camila Orlando say about the team's performance in the USA?
Camila Orlando expressed optimism about the team's growth and maturity, noting significant progress during the training camp and matches.
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“It’s already becoming very clear, more consolidated. We still have a few tests to carry out, especially to understand how the players adapt to different styles.”
The run of international friendlies will continue as part of this process, including matches against European national teams during the FIFA window from June 1 to 9. The CBF will soon announce more details about the friendlies.
Collective work and progress
In addition to the team’s on-field performance, the coach also highlighted the players’ growth mentally and in terms of responsibility off the pitch.
“We worked on values off the field, the importance of taking care of themselves and constantly improving.”
Camila also emphasized the role of clubs in the players’ development.
“It’s really great to see them come back from their clubs even better. It’s a team effort.”