Brazil's Roster for the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Head coach Carlo Ancelotti has unveiled Brazil's national team lineup for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The squad includes 34-year-old Santos forward Neymar. Brazil is placed in Group C, where they will face Scotland, Morocco, and Haiti. Their opening match is scheduled for June 14 against Morocco.
Brazil's Official 2026 World Cup Squad
Brazil's roster for the 2026 World Cup is as follows:
- Goalkeepers: Alisson (Liverpool), Ederson (Fenerbahce), Weverton (Gremio).
- Defenders: Alex Sandro (Flamengo), Bremer (Juventus), Danilo (Flamengo), Douglas Santos (Zenit), Gabriel Magalhaes (Arsenal), Ibanez (Al-Ahli), Leo Pereira (Flamengo), Marquinhos (PSG), Wesley (Roma).
- Midfielders: Bruno Guimaraes (Newcastle), Casemiro (Manchester United), Danilo Santos (Botafogo), Fabinho (Al-Ittihad), Lucas Paqueta (Flamengo).
- Forwards: Endrick (Lyon), Gabriel Martinelli (Arsenal), Igor Thiago (Brentford), Luis Henrique (Zenit), Matheus Cunha (Manchester United), Neymar (Santos), Raphinha (Barcelona), Ryan (Bournemouth), Vinicius Junior (Real Madrid).
Notably absent from the squad is Antony of Real Betis, who will miss the World Cup despite recording 14 goals and 10 assists during the 2025/26 season. Also missing from the list are Thiago Silva and Chelsea forward Joao Pedro.
The 2026 World Cup will be hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, kicking off on June 11.
Alongside Brazil, Croatia has also announced its squad for the tournament under coach Zlatko Dalic. The Croatian coaching staff plans to bring 26 players, including key figures Luka Modric, Mateo Kovacic, Ivan Perisic, and Ante Budimir. The Croatian roster also features Mario and Marko Pasalic, as well as Luka and Petar Sucic.
Meanwhile, Argentina has revealed a preliminary 55-player squad for the 2026 World Cup. Notably, Roma forward Paulo Dybala did not make the cut.
Brazil's participation in the 2026 World Cup draws significant attention, given the team's rich historical legacy in the competition. While the absence of some top players like Antony could impact the team's chances, the inclusion of Neymar and other stars ensures a high level of competitiveness. Brazil is traditionally viewed as one of the tournament favorites, raising expectations among fans worldwide.
As the excitement builds for the upcoming tournament, it's interesting to note how other nations are finalizing their rosters. For instance, Belgium's lineup features star players like Courtois and De Bruyne, showcasing their strong ambitions for the World Cup. This adds to the competitive landscape as teams prepare to battle for glory on the global stage.