Everton striker Richarlison has hit back at those who have criticised his inclusion in the latest Brazil squad.
The 24-year-old is in Tite's squad for the first time since last summer for qualifiers against Chile and Bolivia, although the Selecao have already secured their place in Qatar.
"I'm not here because I'm cute!" Richarlison told reporters.
"I was feeling sad, because I was out [of the squad] because of an injury that was serious. And many reporters and commentators already saw me as being outside the World Cup picture. And I was calm because I know my talent, my potential.
"Like it or not, I already have a history here with the national team shirt. I think you should also have a little respect too, we work hard, we work seriously. I was totally calm.
"Still, we are talking about the Brazilian team, so every day a new striker appears there. My position is very disputed."
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