Hugo Ekitike makes World Cup statement in blockbuster clash with Brazil

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Liverpool FC NewsFeaturesHugo EkitikeHugo Ekitike scored for France in a 2-1 win over Brazil, and in doing so could have cemented his place as a starter for Les Bleus during this summer's World CupHugo Ekitike scored for France in a game that Ibrahima Konate also played in(Image: 2026 Getty Images)Hugo Ekitike continued his encouraging season as he netted during France's friendly win over Brazil in the United States.The two former world champions met in Massachusetts as they gear up for a tilt at this summer's World Cup in North America.Ekitike was named in the starting line-up for the game – and it was a starting line-up that featured a host of regular names, which bodes well for Ekitike's chances of figuring heavily during the World Cup.The Liverpool forward rewarded France boss Didier Deschamps for the faith showed in him as he scored France's second goal of the game during the second half.The finish was a lovely one, as he latched onto Michael Olise's through ball before prodding a dinked finish over Ederson in the Brazil goal.READ MORE: Jurgen Klopp breaks silence on Mohamed Salah's Liverpool exit and sends message to fansREAD MORE: Liverpool players and staff opinions of Mohamed Salah behind the scenes emergeThe game ended in a 2-1 win for France, as Bremer pulled a goal back for Brazil after Kylian Mbappe had scored the opening goal.Choose Liverpool.com as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.Liverpool FCHugo Ekitike