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Who are Brazil's rivals?
Brazil, a five-time World Cup winner, has many historic rivals. Argentina is perhaps their biggest, a rivalry intensified by their shared footballing dominance and legendary players like Pelé and Maradona. Other strong rivals include Uruguay, due to their geographical proximity and competitive history, and European powerhouses like Germany and Italy.
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