Casemiro said Brazil endured a difficult World Cup cycle marked by leadership changes, including a new coach and federation president last year.
(EPA Images pic) NEW YORK: Brazil midfielder Casemiro believes being a "step behind" other World Cup favourites could actually work in the team's favour when the tournament kicks off next week.
Brazil, who are looking to win a record-extending sixth World Cup title, find themselves trailing European champions Spain, 2018 World Cup winners France and England in the bookmakers' odds for the June 11 to July 19 tournament in North America.
"We aren’t the big favourites," Casemiro told Fifa's media channel after Brazil arrived in the US on Tuesday.
"Of course, we’re in good shape; we’ve got a strong squad, with a mix of experience and....
