There are recalls in midfield for Lucas Leiva and Fernandinho, the same duo who played in last month’s defeat of Ghana, whilst Dani Alves and Marcelo return at full-back.
Menezes is coming under great pressure for his side’s performances in recent months, as well as the fact he is yet to beat an established top-eight team in a full-strength international.
With Mexico being the current CONCACAF Gold Cup champions, the former Corinthians boss is not taking any chances with his selection.
Fred will retain his place up front, supported by Neymar, Lucas Moura and Ronaldinho; whilst at centre-back David Luiz will continue to partner Thiago Silva.
BRAZIL: Júlio César; Daniel Alves, Thiago Silva, David Luiz, Marcelo; Lucas Leiva, Fernandinho; Ronaldinho, Lucas, Neymar; Fred.
