Brazil’s squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers features standout forwards Vinicius Jr and Raphinha, while Neymar, still recovering from a knee injury, remains absent. Coach Dorival Jr announced the team on Friday, confirming the absence of Neymar, who recently returned to action for Al-Hilal in a 5-4 win over Al-Ain but is not fit for national duties.
Barcelona’s Raphinha has been impressive this season, netting a goal in a 4-0 win over Real Madrid and scoring a hat-trick against Bayern Munich in the Champions League. Real Madrid’s Vinicius Jr, now recovered from a neck injury, will also rejoin Brazil’s lineup, though young forward Endrick was left out. Brazil sits fourth in South American qualifiers with 16 points, trailing Argentina by six. They face Venezuela on November 14 and host Uruguay on November 19, aiming for crucial points.
Brazil Squad for November Qualifiers:
Goalkeepers: Bento (Al-Nassr), Ederson (Manchester City), Weverton (Palmeiras)
Defenders: Danilo (Juventus), Vanderson (Monaco), Guilherme Arana (Atletico Mineiro), Abner (Olympique Lyonnais), Eder Militao (Real Madrid), Gabriel Magalhaes (Arsenal), Marquinhos (Paris Saint-Germain), Murilo (Nottingham Forest)
Midfielders: Andre (Wolverhampton Wanderers), Andreas Pereira (Fulham), Bruno Guimaraes (Newcastle United), Gerson (Flamengo), Lucas Paqueta (West Ham United), Raphinha (Barcelona)
Forwards: Estevao (Palmeiras), Rodrygo, Vinicius Jr (Real Madrid), Luiz Henrique, Igor Jesus (Botafogo), Savinho (Manchester City)
Dorival emphasized Brazil’s ongoing development, expressing optimism about improving consistency and closing the gap with leading teams in upcoming matches.
