Traditional football giants Brazil and Spain face-off in a marquee clash in the group stage of the Under-17 FIFA World Cup here today. Both are the champions of their respective continents and come with high profile players in their ranks and that makes the Group D clash a classic football encounter between the attacking masters and passing masters at the Jawaharalal Nehru International Stadium.
<img title="Spainish coach Santi Denia" src="http://images.mid-day.com/images/2017/oct/Santi-Denia.jpg" alt="Spainish coach Santi Denia" /> Spainish coach Santi Denia
Brazil have reached the final five times and lifted the trophy on three occasions. However, Spain are yet to lift the title despite making three final appearances (1991, 2003 and 2007). This time, Santi Denia-coached Spain will aim to prove that they are ready to take over the mantle of the successful senior team of recent years. Denia said today's match is a crucial tie for them as they are placed in a tough group.
"It is the most difficult group of tournament and it is very important for us to win the first match. It is very important to win and get three points. Knowing the fact that Brazil are favourite for the World Cup, winning the match will help us to lift our spirit," he said.
Brazil are touted as one of the title contenders, but coach Carlos Amadeu is in no mood to jump the gun. "We are really happy to be here. It's important for us to win but we know there are many great teams here. We know that it is not going to be easy for us. It is going to be really hard for us to win this competition," Amadeu said.

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