Danilo mentions Flamengo and opens up on World Cup call-up criticism

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·11 June 2026

Danilo mentions Flamengo and opens up on World Cup call-up criticism

Ancelotti confirmed Danilo’s call-up in March 2026

Danilo is one of the Flamengo players called up for the 2026 World Cup. The player is also preparing for the Brazil National Team’s debut this Saturday (13) against Morocco. Asked about the criticism over his call-up, the center back mentioned his situation at Fla and downplayed the questions.

I always say that football is just a snapshot of life as a whole. Right now, we need to justify everything; we need, in a way, to prove ourselves every single day. More than actually being, we still have to seem like we are, which is kind of funny. I completely understand it, because people have always thought that for a player to be in the National Team, he has to be the standout player in his club’s setup. But times have changed, and the concept of a squad goes beyond that. Many times, people who analyze football, out of ill will, think there are starters and those who don’t play. The concept of football today goes far beyond that. At Flamengo, in each match, the team that is best suited for that type of opponent plays, but we keep insisting on talking about starters and backups, which doesn’t exist anywhere. I understand that people see it that way, especially the fans. It is totally understandable. It’s up to me to work, show my importance, respond on the pitch, and try to win. When you win, all doubts and challenges disappear. I understand it very calmly. Maybe if I were on the other side, without understanding all the aspects, I would think the same thing too,” Danilo concluded to ‘GE’.

What is Danilo’s situation with Brazil?

Danilo is even expected to start in the match between Brazil and Morocco in the World Cup opener. That is because, with Wesley ruled out after suffering a muscle injury in his thigh, the Flamengo player hopes to be Carlo Ancelotti’s first option at right back.

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How is the Brazil National Team preparing?

The Brazil National Team still has two training sessions left in preparation for its World Cup opener against Morocco. Therefore, this Friday (12), coach Carlo Ancelotti will define the starting lineup that will take the field on Saturday (13).

What is the Brazil National Team’s next match?

With Danilo available, the Brazil National Team continues preparing for its World Cup debut. On Saturday (13), Brazil faces Morocco at 7:00 p.m. (Brasília time) at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.

So, as tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details of the match between Brazil and Morocco through the website and social media. However, Globo (free-to-air TV), SporTV (pay TV), GE TV (YouTube), Cazé TV (YouTube), SBT (free-to-air TV), and N Sports (pay TV) will broadcast the Brazil National Team’s opener.

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