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Brazil midfielder Philippe Coutinho wants to establish himself as a first-team player for national team.

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Philippe Coutinho has revealed his desire to force his way into the Brazil squad on a regular basis. The 22-year-old was overlooked for the World Cup by former national boss Luiz Felipe Scolari, but has since been called-up by Scolari's successor Dunga in both of his squads. The Liverpool star has appeared in three of Brazil's four matches under Dunga and impressed as a second half substitute in their 4-0 victory against Japan on Tuesday. Philippe Coutinho (right) has revealed his desire to become a regular in the Brazil squad . Coutinho played the assist for talisman Neymar to score his second of the night, and admits he is still yet to establish himself as a regular international. 'I was able to cover a lot of ground [against Japan] and I think I took my opportunity rather well,' he said. 'Everything has to be for the team. Brazil have a lot of quality players and I have to work very hard to earn my place and remain in the squad the group.' Coutinho (centre) came off the bench and impressed during Brazil's 4-0 win against Japan on Tuesday .