As expected, Ralf comes in for the suspended Lucas Leiva to make his international debut. Fernandinho also starts the game, while Neymar has recovered from a sore throat. Dani Alves starts at right back with Maicon having joined up with the team late.
Brazil team to play Germany tonight: Julio Cesar; Dani Alves, Lucio, Thiago Silva, Andre Santos; Ralf, Ramires, Fernandinho; Robinho, Pato, Neymar.
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