Brazil's coach, Carlo Ancelotti, called up forwards Vinícius Junior and Endrick this Monday and once again excluded Neymar from the squad for this month's friendlies against France and Croatia. The Italian manager released a list of 26 called-up players with several new faces, such as midfielder Gabriel Sara (Galatasaray) and young forward Rayan (Bournemouth). The coach expressed regret for not being able to watch Neymar during Tuesday's match between Santos and Mirassol, as the forward did not play due to muscle fatigue, and reiterated that he will only call up players for the World Cup who are at 100% of their physical condition.
Ancelotti calls up Vinícius and Endrick, but leaves out Neymar
Brazil's national team coach Carlo Ancelotti has announced the squad for the upcoming friendlies against France and Croatia. The list includes new players but notably excludes Neymar.