Flamengo icon steals the show in Brazil’s World Cup squad call-up | OneFootball

Carlo Ancelotti will announce the 26 names who will represent Brazil at the World Cup

This Monday (18) revolves around the Brazilian National Team. However, former goalkeeper Diego Alves, a Flamengo idol, managed to steal the spotlight at the call-up event, which is taking place at the Museum of Tomorrow in Rio de Janeiro.

Moments before the list was revealed, the multi-title Rubro-Negro star greeted fans who asked for photos and autographs. Thus, the list of 26 names for the World Cup will be announced starting at 5 p.m. (Brasília time).

Is the Brazilian National Team call-up of interest to Flamengo?

Carlo Ancelotti added seven names from Flamengo’s squad to the World Cup preliminary list. The four with the best chance, however, are Danilo, Alex Sandro, Lucas Paquetá and Léo Pereira. That is because Pedro, Samuel Lino and Léo Ortiz are considered outsiders.

When does the World Cup take place?

With a chance of featuring Rubro-Negro players, the World Cup begins on June 11. Brazil, however, makes its debut two days later against Morocco in Group C. The group also includes Scotland and Haiti.

Who else from Flamengo could be at the World Cup?

In addition to the Brazilians, the trio of De La Cruz, Arrascaeta and Varela could play in the World Cup with Uruguay. Meanwhile, Jorge Carrascal is awaiting his chance with Colombia, while Gonzalo Plata is waiting for a call-up from Ecuador.

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