Brazil national team head coach Carlo Ancelotti has submitted a preliminary 55-man squad to FIFA for the 2026 World Cup. While the inclusion of Neymar has brought great joy to fans, the absence of Estevao Willian due to injury is a significant loss for the team. This is reported by Goal.com .
Ancelotti is taking a cautious approach regarding Neymar. The coach has emphasized that only physically fit players will make the final 26-man roster. Even Brazilian President Lula noted the importance of professional attitude in Neymar's situation, stating he should work on himself like Cristiano Ronaldo or Lionel Messi.
The situation with Estevao Willian is more complex. The young talent, who opted for conservative treatment with Palmeiras doctors, will not fully recover before the tournament starts according to medical results. Consequently, the coaching staff is forced to consider other candidates.
In the attacking line, Flamengo striker Pedro remains a top contender. Additionally, experienced midfielders like Casemiro, Bruno Guimaraes, and Lucas Paqueta are expected to retain their spots. Andrey Santos' place in the squad is uncertain, with young talents like Rayan competing for a spot in the main roster.
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