Marcos: Scolari combines working and joking

Ronaldo may have monopolised the headlines, but Marcos indubitably performed a decisive function in Brazil’s conquering of a fifth FIFA World Cup™. The goalkeeper, indeed, conceded just one goal in the entire knockout phase as Luiz Felipe Scolari’s men strode to glory at Korea/Japan 2002.

As Brazil prepare to go for number six, Fifa.com caught up with the now-retired 40-year-old to discuss their chances, Scolari’s unique personality and coaching, his country’s current keepers and the best in the world, and the Seleção supporters.

FIFA.com: What are your expectations for this World Cup? Do you think Brazil are one of the favourites and who are their main rivals for the title?

Marcos: I think it’s going to be a big, beautiful party, just like every World Cup. Brazil are one of the favourites, mainly because we’re playing at home. We know what a difference that can make. The presence of the fans will be massively important for the team, and they can help to really put the opposition under pressure. Brazil are one of the main contenders to win the trophy, along with Argentina, Germany and Spain. I think we’ll have a slight advantage because we’re playing at home and will have our fans behind us.