Raphinha starts for Brazil in World Cup match v Serbia

Brazil have confirmed their starting lineup for the World Cup opener against Serbia and Barcelona's winger Raphinha is set to play from the first minute.

Brazil XI: Alisson; Danilo, Marquinhos, Silva, Alex Sandro; Casemiro, Paqueta; Vinicius, Neymar, Raphinha. Richarlison.

Barca legend Dani Alves is left on the bench. As a reminder, the veteran trained with Barca Atletic to stay fit before the tournament.

Brazil play in Group G with Serbia, Switzerland and Cameroon. Earlier today, Switzerland beat Cameroon 1-0.