The new head coach of Brazil’s national team, Carlo Ancelotti, has released the list of players for the World Cup qualifying matches against Ecuador and Paraguay.
Among the new additions are several players from Serie A, such as Atalanta midfielder Ederson and Inter defender Carlos Augusto. Additionally, Vinicius Junior, who has been outstanding this season with Real Madrid, is expected to lead the attack.
Although Neymar is still sidelined due to injury, the coach confirmed that he has been in contact with him and that he remains part of future plans.
The full list of players:
Goalkeepers:
- Alisson (Liverpool)
- Bento (Al-Nassr)
- Hugo Souza (Corinthians)
Defenders:
- Alex Sandro, Danilo, Leo Ortiz, Wesley (all Flamengo)
- Alexsandro (Lille)
- Lucas Beraldo (Paris Saint-Germain)
- Carlos Augusto (Inter Milan)
- Vanderson (Monaco)
Midfielders:
- Andreas Pereira (Fulham)
- Andrey Santos (Strasbourg)
- Bruno Guimarães (Newcastle)
- Casemiro (Manchester United)
- Ederson (Atalanta)
- Gerson
Forwards:
- Antony (Real Betis)
- Estêvão (Palmeiras)
- Gabriel Martinelli (Arsenal)
- Matheus Cunha (Wolverhampton)
- Raphinha (Barcelona)
- Richarlison (Tottenham)
- Vinicius Júnior (Real Madrid)
The matches against Ecuador and Paraguay will be crucial for the “Seleção” in the qualifying group, as the Italian coach appears determined to build a competitive team by blending experience with emerging talent.
“I have spoken with him, we are counting on him,” Ancelotti said.
Meanwhile, experienced midfielder Casemiro has returned to the squad, strengthening the midfield after a period of absence.
