Real Madrid have confirmed that Eder Militao will miss the 2026 World Cup after undergoing surgery on a serious hamstring injury.
Last night's FIFA international friendlies provided a captivating preview of elite competition, as Portugal and Brazil secured decisive victories while Mexico and Belgium battled to a draw.
France overcame Brazil 2-1 in an international friendly encounter at the Gillette Stadium in Massachusetts on Thursday.
Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti is blending emerging talent with experienced stars while keeping the door open for Neymar as the team finalizes preparations ahead of the World Cup.
Arsenal's preparations for a crucial run of fixtures have been unsettled after defender Gabriel Magalhaes suffered a groin injury while on international duty with Brazil.
Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti has played down Vinicius Junior's angry reaction to being substituted in Real Madrid's 2-1 Clasico win over Barcelona, confirming that the forward admitted his mistake and apologised.