The game, which will be played on February 10, will mark the fourth time that Brazil have used Arsenal's 60,000-seat stadium for a friendly match, having played Argentina, Portugal and Sweden there since it opened in 2006.

Arsenal chairman Peter Hill-Wood said: "Everyone at Arsenal Football Club is delighted and honoured to be hosting this international match between two of the world's greatest national teams.

"Brazil and Italy both have proud and very successful football histories and we are looking forward to welcoming the teams and many Brazilian and Italian supporters to Emirates Stadium in February.

"Some of the world's finest footballers will be on display and we are all very excited at what is sure to be a thrilling contest."