Spoiler? CBF 'announces' Lucas Paquetá for 2026 World Cup | OneFootball

Has Lucas Paquetá already been called up for the 2026 World Cup?

The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) released a video on the morning of this Tuesday (24) featuring some players wearing the new Brazil national team jersey. Among those selected was Lucas Paquetá and, because of that, expectations are growing that the Flamengo midfielder will be on the final ‘Seleção’ squad list for the 2026 World Cup.

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In the video, Lucas Paquetá appeared wearing Brazil’s new home jersey and the number eight. In addition to wearing the shirt, the midfielder showed off all his rhythm and did the traditional little dance. Finally, the player was also seen passing the ball, completing a pass to his teammates.

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It is important to note that, besides Lucas Paquetá, players such as Vini Jr, Estêvão and Richarlison—names practically guaranteed to be at the World Cup—also appeared as promotional faces. Therefore, the tendency is for the Flamengo midfielder to be on that final ‘Seleção’ list.

WAS LUCAS PAQUETÁ CALLED UP FOR BRAZIL’S NEXT MATCHES?

In the most recent call-up before the final World Cup squad list, Lucas Paquetá’s name did not appear. However, Carlo Ancelotti, head coach of the Brazil national team, did not rule out the possibility of the Ninho academy graduate being with the ‘Seleção’.

“Those who are not here today could definitely be in the final squad. Today, a player like Paquetá is not here, as he has returned here. But he could very well be in the squad,” said Carlo Ancelotti.

WHAT ARE BRAZIL’S NEXT MATCHES?

Without Lucas Paquetá, Brazil have two friendlies in this FIFA international window. The first takes place this Thursday (26) against France at 5:00 p.m. (Brasília time) in Boston. The second match will be against Croatia on March 31 at 9:00 p.m. (Brasília time) in Orlando, Florida.

SEE BRAZIL’S MATCHES 27/03 – Brazil vs France – 5:00 p.m. – Gillette Stadium 31/03 – Brazil vs Croatia – 9:00 p.m. – Camping World Stadium

*All times in Brasília time.

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