Brazil's interim coach, Fernando Diniz, is eagerly anticipating the prospect of Neymar (31) and Vinicius Jr (23) teaming up in the 2026 World Cup qualifier against Venezuela.

He emphasises his commitment to fostering team unity as he temporarily leads the squad.

Diniz assumed his role after Tite's departure, which followed Brazil's quarter-final exit at the World Cup in Qatar. It's worth noting that Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti is set to take over next year.

Nevertheless, at 49 years old, Diniz, who juggles his responsibilities with Fluminense, remains determined to leave his mark on the national team and maintain their position atop the South American qualifying competition.

"(Neymar and Vinicius) are extremely good players, very intelligent and skilled, and they like each other. There is also Rodrygo, a player of a very high level," he said.

"We hope they get on well in tomorrow's game, as they have done in training, and that they can have a great game."Vinicius, who usually plays in the same position as Neymar, returns to the squad after missing the first two qualifiers through injury.

"My first interaction with Vinicius was excellent; today he is one of the greatest players in world football. Let's hope he is comfortable playing," he added.

Finding balance and building unity is Diniz's main objective in order to have a "competitive team".

"I feel a positive camaraderie from the players, who like each other very much, forming that feeling of family. The older ones know how to welcome very well those who arrive; both my committee and the players called up," he said.

Brazil is set to play against Venezuela in Cuiaba before embarking on a match against Uruguay in Montevideo five days later.