The Chelsea attacker has become a key member of the current Selecao squad and believes they have the ability to go all the way in Chile. Willian feels that, although Brazil are not clear favourites, they have what it takes to be crowned as Copa America champions at the tournament which gets underway in Chile on June 11.
After switching Russian side Anzhi Makhachkala for Chelsea in 2013, the attacker's consistent club form earned him a place in Luiz Felipe Scolari's Seleção set-up for last year's World Cup.
However, the hosts suffered a humiliating exit from the competition following a 7-1 defeat to Germany in the semi-finals and a 3-0 loss to Netherlands in the third place play-off, results which culminated in the departure of the coach.
But the 26-year-old remains positive about Brazil's future and believes that, while they may not be the tipped for the title, his nation can challenge for the Copa América trophy with new trainer Dunga helping to put their recent history behind them.
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