Why does Coach Tite dance after Brazil's goal?

"The Brazilian players are very young and I always try to adapt to the characteristics of the players. They have a language of their own, and part of that language is dancing," Tite said after the 974 win.

He also said that this celebration was planned before the ball kicks off. The 61-year-old coach learned the dance from the players and promised to dance with him during the match, to build unity in the team. "You have to learn to move," he said of the dance. "And the movements have to match."

In the 29th minute, Richarlison coordinated with Marquinhos and Thiago Silva, before receiving the ball back in the penalty area. His left-footed shot from the corner did not give the Korean goalkeeper a chance to save, making it 3-0.

After scoring, Richarlison rushed to the touchline, pointed at Tite and the Brazilian players stood in a circle. The Tottenham striker put his arm around the teacher, dancing and shaking his head like a dove to celebrate the goal.

Tite denied the celebration was disrespectful to the opponent, but rather an expression of happiness. The 61-year-old coach affirmed his respect for colleague Paulo Bento - whom he has known since he took charge of Brazilian club Cruzeiro in 2016. "I dance for happiness because of the goals, the team, the performance and the results", Tite said. said more.