Brazil HubThe Brazil national team has found in Bruno Guimarães the ideal 'regista'. With four assists, the midfielder leads the statistic in the 2026 World Cup.
Who is the 'regista'?
The 'regista' is a player responsible for organizing the plays, like conducting an orchestra, but with a more withdrawn position than the conventional attacking midfielder.
What happened?
Bruno Guimarães gave the pass that found striker Gabriel Martinelli amidst Japan's defense to score the winning goal 2-1 in Houston.
Why is it important for Brazil?
The midfielder is two assists away from equaling the record of a single edition, which is simply Pelé's, in 1970.
| Player | Assists |
|---|---|
| Bruno Guimarães | 4 |
| Michael Ballack | 4 |
| Francesco Totti | 4 |
| Juan Cuadrado | 4 |
What comes next?
The Brazil national team needs one more win to guarantee classification for the quarterfinals. With Bruno Guimarães in form, the chances of success increase.
