Flamengo v Premier League: Pedro and Igor Thiago before World Cup | OneFootball

Flamengo could have nine players at the World Cup

Many Flamengo players are hoping to go to the 2026 World Cup. Pedro, for example, is one of those included in Brazil’s preliminary squad list. Among the center forwards, the rubro-negro striker is, in theory, competing with Igor Thiago, who has lower numbers at club level.

From the start of the year until now, the No. 9 has scored 16 goals in 27 matches, while the Brentford (ENG) striker has netted 13 in 19. However, Ancelotti has already tested the player from the English side, while the rubro-negro striker has not had the same opportunity. The data comes from ‘Sofascore’.

What are the full numbers for the rivals in 2026?

Pedro x Igor Thiago

The other center forwards on the preliminary list are Endrick (Lyon-FRA), Gabriel Jesus (Arsenal-ENG), Igor Jesus (Nottingham Forest-ENG), João Pedro (Chelsea-ENG), Kaio Jorge (Cruzeiro), and Richarlison (Tottenham-ENG). Ancelotti has tested five of the seven mentioned.

Is Pedro competing with all the forwards?

Although he is a center forward, a report by Uol said that Mengão’s top scorer is actually competing for a spot with Andrey, from Chelsea, and Rayan, from Bournemouth (ENG). Therefore, it is possible that the player will go to the World Cup even if Igor Thiago is also called up.

Who else from Flamengo could go to the World Cup?

In addition to Pedro, the Brazilian national team is expected to take Alex Sandro and Lucas Paquetá, while Danilo is already confirmed. For Uruguay, Arrascaeta, De La Cruz, and Varela are virtually guaranteed. Ecuador is expected to call up Gonzalo Plata, and Colombia, Carrascal.

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