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Brazil World Cup 2026 team guide
Unimpressive in qualification, fans will be hoping Carlo Ancelotti can get the best out of Vinícius Júnior, as he did at Real Madrid
TL;DR
- Brazil had their worst-ever World Cup qualifying campaign, including historic home defeats.
- Carlo Ancelotti took over as coach and plans to implement a 4-2-4 formation.
- Key players like Eder Militão, Rodrygo, and Estêvão are injured.
- Neymar, despite a recent calf injury, was selected for the 26-man squad.
- Vinícius Júnior is expected to be the team's star, wearing the No. 10 shirt.
- Endrick has rediscovered his form and could be an impact player.
- Gabriel Magalhães is seen as crucial for holding the defense together.
- A large Brazilian population in the United States is expected to provide significant fan support.
- There was a diplomatic disagreement between Brazil and the US in March regarding political figures.