The mouthwatering clash pits two of the best sides in the world, with nine World Cup trophies between them, against each other.

It is a game which sees the current world champions take to the pitch against five-time world champions Brazil, the most successful international side ever.

And Lippi can not wait to take his place in the dugout in front of a sell-out crowd at the Emirates Stadium and millions more spectators worldwide.

"Italy against Brazil is true football," he said. "It's the derby of the world.

"It will be a really top-level game.

"Brazil are football but we won the World Cup in 2006 and we deserved it."

Brazil will be without several key players for the clash, and Kaka became the latest to drop out when it was announced the AC Milan star had sprained his foot against Reggina on Saturday.

Lippi admits it is a bonus for his side, but is well aware of the strength in depth of Dunga's squad.

"For me it's the first time against Brazil and the only regret I have is that we are playing only 48 hours after the league games and that's obviously not the best way to prepare for a match like this.

"We know each other very well: they have a lot of skill, a lot of quality.

"It's true they will be without Kaka, but they have so many great champions such as (Alexandre) Pato, Ronaldinho, Robinho and so many others.

"Technically Brazil are the strongest international side in the world.

"In 2006 they were favourites for the World Cup. This game could be a great boost for us for this year, where we play the Confederations Cup."

Lippi believes Brazil have changed somewhat under Dunga.

He added: "Traditionally they play attacking football but now many of them are in Europe and they have coaches who prefer solidity at the back, much like Dunga himself.

"Neither Brazil or Italy play like they did years ago. We're more attacking now, they're more defensive."

Lippi also had a few words to say in support of Luiz Felipe Scolari who was sacked by Chelsea earlier today, after little over seven months in charge at Stamford Bridge.

The World Cup-winning coach paid the price for Chelsea's poor run of form of late which culminated in a goaless draw against Hull at the weekend.

Lippi admitted the news came as something of a shock to him.

"Everyone knows the uncertainty of this job," he said. "It's happened to everyone.

"But to be honest it came as a surprise to me.

"I'm sorry because he is a very good coach and one of my friends."