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Ancelotti Includes Vinícius Jr. in Brazil Squad for October Friendlies Against S. Korea & Japan


Thu 02 Oct 2025 | 11:07 AM
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Brazilian coach Carlo Ancelotti has announced the “Seleção” squad for two international friendlies this October against South Korea and Japan, part of early preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

The squad sees the return of Real Madrid duo Vinícius Júnior and Rodrygo, along with defender Éder Militão, while star Neymar remains sidelined due to injury.

The full list of Brazil Squad is as follows:

Goalkeepers: Pinto, Ederson, Hugo Souza

Defenders: Caio Henrique, Carlos Augusto, Douglas Santos, Éder Militão, Fabrício Bruno, Gabriel Magalhães, Lucas Beraldo, Wanderson, Wesley

Midfielders: André, Bruno Guimarães, Casemiro, João Gomes, Joelinton, Lucas Paquetá

Forwards: Éstéfano, Gabriel Martinelli, Igor Jesus, Luis Henrique, Matheus Cunha, Richarlison, Rodrygo, Vinícius Júnior