Brazil squads start training in Ceilândia for the Nations Cup

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·15 September 2026

Brazil squads start training in Ceilândia for the Nations Cup

Arena Guariroba, in Ceilândia-DF, has already started welcoming players from the Brazilian women’s and men’s national teams for training ahead of the Nations Cup, which takes place from September 17 to 20 at the same venue. On Sunday (13), only goalkeepers Teleco and Bobô attended training, while on Monday (14), head coach Chicão Castelo Branco had most of his players present, and goalkeeping coach Filipe Mesquita took Lelê Lopes and Kylma onto the field. The full squad will train as usual on Wednesday (15).

One of the leaders of the men’s team, three-time world champion Catarino, emphasized how much he enjoys representing the Brazilian National Team once again and assured that the group is focused on winning the title.

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“It is always a pleasure to be called up and to be able to continue a childhood dream. The expectations are always the best possible. We will keep building on the work and go into the competition strong to honor our colors in the best way possible,” said the No. 4.

Lelê Lopes was named the best female goalkeeper in the world and now returns to represent Brazil in the Nations CupCredits: Nelson Terne/CBF

Lelê Lopes, named the best female goalkeeper in the world in 2025, acknowledges that Brazil will not have an easy time in the tournament given the quality of its opponents, but she is confident in her teammates.

“I’m very happy for the opportunity to once again represent my country and fulfill a dream. It feels special, as if it were the first time. Expectations are very good, and the group is very united. Hopefully we can have an excellent tournament against our opponents, the Brasília Team, the Espírito Santo Team, and El Salvador. And hopefully we can do well and lift another title for Brazil,” said the player from Espírito Santo.

This Tuesday (15), head coach Rose Andrade will hold her first training session with the Women’s National Team after giving the athletes two days off, following their participation in the Supercopa do Brasil with their clubs last week.

Check out the full Nations Cup schedule:

QUALIFYING STAGE

Matchday 1 - Thursday, 9/17

- 4:00 PM - El Salvador vs Espírito Santo Team (Women)

- 5:30 PM - Colombia vs El Salvador (Men)

- 7:00 PM - Brazil vs Peru (Men)

- 8:30 PM - Brazil vs Brasília Team (Women)

Matchday 2 - Friday, 9/18

- 4:00 PM - El Salvador vs Peru (Men)

- 5:30 PM - Brasília Team vs El Salvador (Women)

- 7:00 PM - Colombia vs Brazil (Men)

- 8:30 PM - Espírito Santo Team vs Brazil (Women)