Coluna do Fla
·8 June 2026
Neymar, Vini Jr and more: Brazil stars back Wesley after Copa axe

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·8 June 2026

Former Flamengo full-back Wesley was ruled out of the Brazilian National Team squad for the World Cup this Sunday (07). As a result, after the decision by the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF), Brazil’s players sent messages of support to the Roma (ITA) player.
Brazil’s number 10, Neymar Jr posted a story with a message of support for Wesley: “Stay strong, kid! Wishing you a speedy recovery.” In addition, Vinicius Júnior, a Flamengo academy product, also wished the full-back strength: “Stay strong, my brother. We’ll play for you! Wishing you a speedy recovery.”
It is worth noting that several Flamengo players also showed solidarity with Wesley. Alex Sandro, who is available to the Brazilian National Team, left a message for Wesley: “Stay strong and be at peace, my brother! Wishing you a speedy recovery.” Lastly, Lucas Paquetá sent a message to the youngster: “Stay strong, my brother, Jesus is still on the boat! We’re always together.”
A starter in the friendly against Egypt on Saturday (06), Wesley left the pitch in the first half after feeling muscle pain in his left groin. As a result, tests carried out this Sunday (07) diagnosed a grade three thigh injury. With that, the former Flamengo player was ruled out of the World Cup.
With another spot open in the Brazilian National Team, coach Carlo Ancelotti called up Éderson, Atalanta (ITA) midfielder, to replace Wesley. The player will therefore join the ‘Canarinho’ squad this Monday (08).
At the moment, the Brazilian National Team continues preparing for its World Cup debut. On Saturday (13), Brazil will face Morocco at 7:00 PM (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 Brazilian National Team’s debut.
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