Richardson delivered when it mattered most as his second half brace helped Brazil defeat Serbia.
The Europeans had a very disciplined and organised rearguard no wonder the first half ended goalless.
The Selacao of Brazil came into the second half with the mindset of’now or never’.
Their persistence paid off in the 62nd minute when Richarlison turned home a close range finish after Vanja Milinkovic-Savic saved Vinicius Junior’ effort.
Eleven minutes later, the Tottenham Hotspur striker delivered again. After mis-controlling Vinicius Jr’s pass Richarlison went for acrobatic right foot finish.
The pre-tournament favourites have sent a signal to all it might concern.
Brazil will play Switzerland while Serbia will confront Cameroon, both matches will take place on Monday.
