World Cup: Ancelotti picks ex-Flamengo Wesley's replacement | OneFootball

Which player was called up to replace Wesley, former Flamengo player, in the Brazil National Team?

Wesley has been ruled out of the Brazil National Team squad due to an injury to his left leg. As a result, Carlo Ancelotti, coach of the ‘Seleção’, has decided on a replacement for the Flamengo right back.

In an official statement this Sunday (07), the CBF announced that Éderson, from Atalanta (ITA), will take Wesley’s spot. As a result, the Italian club’s player will join the ‘Canarinho’ squad on Monday (08) in the United States.

It is important to note that Ancelotti chose to call up Éderson and add another midfielder rather than bring in a fullback to replace Wesley. In the preliminary Brazil National Team list, Paulo Henrique of Vasco and Vitinho of Botafogo were included.

WHAT HAPPENED TO WESLEY IN BRAZIL VS EGYPT?

In the match between Brazil and Egypt, Wesley started among the starting 11. However, in the 15th minute of the first half, the Roma (ITA) fullback felt severe pain in his left leg. After receiving medical attention, the player left the field and was replaced by Danilo.

Given the situation, Wesley underwent medical tests this Sunday (07) in the United States. Finally, after the injury diagnosis was confirmed, the former Flamengo player was removed from the Brazil National Team squad list.

WHAT IS BRAZIL’S WORLD CUP MATCH?

Without Wesley available, Brazil will face Morocco in its opening match of the 2026 World Cup. The match kicks off on Saturday (13) at 7:00 p.m. (Brasília time) in the United States. As usual, Coluna do Fla TV will bring all the details of the match on YouTube, as well as on its website and social media.

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