Brazil full-back Wesley has been ruled out of the World Cup because of a thigh injury, with Manchester United-bound midfielder Ederson called up to replace him.
Brazil head into the 2026 FIFA World Cup full of confidence after securing a third straight victory with a 2-1 win over Egypt in their final warm-up match in Cleveland.
Vinicius Junior delivered a dazzling homecoming at the Maracana as Brazil swept past Panama 6-2 in a friendly on Sunday that underlined their attacking strength ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Joao Pedro reckons Chelsea team-mate Cole Palmer would not look out of place starting for Brazil - praising his intelligence and creative intensity.
Neymar has revealed he "cried for several hours" after being included in Brazil's World Cup squad, marking an emotional return to the international stage after a long injury layoff that cast doubt over his future with the national team.
Brazil's build-up to the 2026 World Cup has been marked by surprise and disappointment after Chelsea duo Joao Pedro and Estevao Willian were left out of the final squad announced on Monday.