Ancelotti calls up Cruzeiro player to replace Flamengo’s Alex Sandro | OneFootball

Alex Sandro suffers right thigh injury in Flamengo vs Corinthians match

The Brazilian National Team is preparing for two friendlies before the World Cup, against France and Croatia. Initially called up, Alex Sandro, from Flamengo, suffered an injury and was replaced by Kaiki Bruno from Cruzeiro.

The issue with Alex Sandro occurred this Sunday (22), during the 1-1 draw between Flamengo and Corinthians. At halftime, the number 26 left the field and was replaced by Ayrton Lucas. Subsequently, MRI scans conducted after the match revealed a muscle injury in the posterior region of the right thigh.

WHO IS KAIKI, ALEX SANDRO'S SUBSTITUTE?

A player from Cruzeiro, Kaiki is 23 years old and has experience with the under-20 national team. Besides him, Ancelotti now has Douglas Santos from Zenit (RUS) as an option for the left-back position, who is expected to start in the matches of this FIFA date.

DID FLAMENGO HAVE OTHER PLAYERS CALLED UP?

Flamengo had other players called up for the Brazilian National Team: Léo Pereira and Danilo. However, despite primarily playing as a defender for the club, Ancelotti called Danilo as an option for the right-back position.

WHEN ARE THE NATIONAL TEAM'S FRIENDLIES?

With two players from Flamengo available, Brazil faces France on Thursday (26). Shortly after, on Tuesday (31), the Canarinho plays against Croatia. Thus, these are the last friendlies before the announcement of the final list for the 2026 World Cup.

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