Pedro opens up on his chances of a World Cup spot with Brazil | OneFootball

When is Brazil’s final squad announcement for the World Cup?

Pedro put in a brilliant performance this Sunday (12), scoring both of Flamengo’s goals in the 2-1 win over Fluminense. It is no surprise, then, that fans once again started talking about the possibility of the No. 9 going to the World Cup. With that in mind, the striker assessed his chances of being called up to the Brazil national team.

— As for the national team, of course I expect to be there, but I don’t work with that in mind. I think about Flamengo first, because if I do well, the doors will open, God willing. I’ll keep believing until the very last day, the call-up is very close. There will always be hope -, he said, before concluding:

— Since I arrived here at Flamengo, things have happened very naturally, earning my place, growing, improving. In every way, I’m happy for every milestone I reach here with Flamengo. It’s a dream I fulfill every day being here wearing the Flamengo shirt -, Pedro concluded.

What is Brazil’s group at the 2026 World Cup?

Currently fifth in the FIFA national team rankings, Brazil is the top seed in Group C. As a result, the ‘Seleção’ will face Morocco, Scotland, and Haiti in the group stage of the world tournament. The ‘Canarinho’ will make its debut against Morocco on June 13.

It is worth noting that the official Brazil squad announcement for the World Cup will take place on May 18. Then, coach Carlo Ancelotti will begin preparing the squad on the 25th of the same month, while the trip to the United States will be on June 1.

How were Pedro’s two goals in Flamengo vs. Fluminense?

The first goal scored by Pedro this Sunday (12) came seven minutes into the first half. On that occasion, after Fábio made a poor pass while playing out from the back, Pedro tried his luck from very far out and scored a stunning goal. Then, in the 5th minute of the second half, the No. 9 scored his second goal with his chest, taking advantage of a cross from Samuel Lino.

What is Flamengo’s next match?

With Pedro available, Flamengo turns its attention back to the Libertadores. This Thursday (16), Leonardo Jardim’s team will face Independiente Medellín (COL) at 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time) at the Maracanã, in the second round of the tournament.

So, as tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details of the match between Flamengo and Independiente Medellín through YouTube, the website, and the social media channels. However, ESPN and Disney+ will broadcast the Libertadores match.

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