It’s official! Carlo Ancelotti announces Brazil’s final World Cup squad. Is Neymar in?
Carlo made a tough call.
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Kenley Ward
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Fans can celebrate Carlo Ancelotti’s final decision.
Details: Today, Brazil’s head coach Carlo Ancelotti revealed the definitive list of 26 players who will represent the Seleção at the World Cup.
The main suspense surrounded whether the 34-year-old Santos winger would make the cut, and Ancelotti did not disappoint the supporters’ hopes. Neymar is heading to what could be his last World Cup, sending Brazilian fans into absolute euphoria.
Among those missing out on the tournament are Chelsea’s forward João Pedro and Real Betis striker Antony.
The full Brazil squad is as follows:
GOALKEEPERS:
- Alisson
- Ederson
- Weverton
DEFENDERS:
- Alex Sandro
- Bremer
- Danilo
- Douglas Santos
- Gabriel Magalhães
- Ibañez
- Léo Pereira
- Marquinhos
- Wesley
MIDFIELDERS:
- Bruno Guimarães
- Casemiro
- Danilo S.
- Fabinho
- Lucas Paquetá
FORWARDS:
- Endrick
- Gabriel Martinelli
- Igor Thiago
- Luiz Henrique
- Matheus Cunha
- Neymar Jr.
- Raphinha
- Rayan
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