Brazil Announces 26-Man Squad for Friendlies Against France and Croatia; Neymar Left Out
IIE DIGITAL DESKL : March 17: Preparation for upcoming international friendlies against France and Croatia, the Brazil national football team on Tuesday named a 26-member squad, notably excluding star forward Neymar.
Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti explained that Neymar has been left out due to fitness concerns but suggested that the forward will be considered for the World Cup squad once fully recovered. The squad also features several new faces, reflecting an opportunity to test fresh talent ahead of competitive fixtures.
The friendlies will begin on March 26 at the Gillette Stadium in Boston, where Brazil will face France, followed by a clash against Croatia in Orlando. The matches are expected to provide valuable preparation for the squad as they continue their build-up to the World Cup, balancing experience with the integration of promising newcomers.
The Brazil squad for the friendlies includes goalkeepers Alisson, Bento, and Ederson; defenders Wesley, Alex Sandro, Douglas Santos, Marquinhos, Gabriel Magalhães, Bremer, Danilo, Ibanez, and Leo Pereira; midfielders Andre Santos, Casemiro, Danilo, Fabinho, and Gabriel Sara; and forwards Endrick, Igor Thiago, Luiz Henrique, Ryan, João Pedro, Gabriel Martinelli, Matheus Cunha, Raphinha, and Vinicius Junior.
The squad selection underscores Brazil’s commitment to maintaining a blend of experienced stars and emerging talent as they prepare for the challenges ahead, with attention focused on fitness management and tactical readiness.
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