Brazil line-up: Ancelotti hands Léo Pereira debut against France | OneFootball

What is the likely Brazil lineup for the match against France?

Brazil has entered the final stretch of preparation for the 2026 World Cup, which begins in June. Given this situation, Carlo Ancelotti has two more friendlies to finalize the ‘Seleção’s’ call-ups. Against France, this Thursday (26), the Italian coach will hand Léo Pereira, of Flamengo, his debut for Brazil.

WHAT IS BRAZIL’S LIKELY LINEUP FOR THE MATCH AGAINST FRANCE?

Ederson; Wesley, Ibañez (Bremer), Léo Pereira and Douglas Santos; Casemiro, Andrey Santos; Raphinha, Matheus Cunha, Martinelli and Vini Jr.

WILL LÉO PEREIRA START IN BRAZIL VS FRANCE?

It is important to note that, right in his first call-up, Léo Pereira will have the opportunity to play for Brazil. The Flamengo number 4 was confirmed in the starting lineup by Carlo Ancelotti, who is dealing with some absences in defense.

In the initial squad list, the national team coach had called up Gabriel Martinelli; however, the Arsenal (ENG) defender was ruled out due to a muscle injury. Then, during training, Marquinhos also became unavailable.

ARE THERE ANY OTHER FLAMENGO PLAYERS IN THE BRAZIL SQUAD?

Yes! Besides Léo Pereira, Danilo is another Flamengo player in the Brazil squad. The Mengão number 13, however, already has his spot for the 2026 World Cup practically ‘stamped’.

WHEN IS THE BRAZIL VS FRANCE MATCH?

With Léo Pereira available, Brazil faces France this Thursday (26), in the first match of the FIFA international window. In short, the ball starts rolling at 5:00 PM (Brasília time) at Gillette Stadium. Therefore, Globo (free-to-air), SporTV (pay TV), and GETV (YouTube) will broadcast the match. Finally, Coluna do Fla will keep fans updated on the website and social media.

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