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Carlo Ancelotti trusts Flamengo players for the Brazilian National Team

There are about four months left until the start of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Thus, the players of the Brazilian National Team are still fighting for a spot in Carlo Ancelotti's squad. Moreover, two players from Flamengo are already guaranteed on the call-up list for the tournament: Alex Sandro and Danilo.

According to information from the newspaper ‘Estadão’, Alex Sandro and Danilo are among the 13 players who will only miss the World Cup in case of injury. In addition, names like Vinicius Júnior, Raphinha, and Estevão are also guaranteed on the Brazilian National Team's list.

Which players are guaranteed on the Brazilian National Team's list for the World Cup?

Which Flamengo players are seeking a spot on the Brazilian National Team?

In addition to Danilo and Alex Sandro, Léo Pereira is seeking an opportunity in the Brazilian National Team. The defender is even on Carlo Ancelotti's preliminary list for the next friendlies of the ‘Amarelinha’. Finally, Lucas Paquetá and Pedro also dream of a spot in the World Cup.

What is Brazil's group in the 2026 World Cup?

Currently ranked fifth in the FIFA national teams ranking, Brazil is the top seed of Group C. Thus, the ‘Amarelinha’ will face Morocco, Scotland, and Haiti in the group stage of the world championship. The ‘Canarinho’ will make their debut against the Moroccans on June 13.

It is worth noting that the official call-up of the Brazilian National Team for the World Cup will take place on May 19. Thus, coach Carlo Ancelotti will start preparing the squad on the 25th of the same month, while the trip to the United States will be on June 1.

What are the next matches for the Brazilian National Team?

Before thinking about the World Cup, the Brazilian National Team still has two preparation friendlies. On March 26, Brazil faces France at Gillette Stadium in Boston. In addition, on the 31st of the same month, the ‘Amarelinha’ will take on Croatia at Camping World Stadium in Orlando.

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