With less than two months until the start of the 2026 World Cup, some uncertainties persist regarding the contours of Brazil’s list. Particularly in attack, where “rich people’s problems” await Carlo Ancelotti.
If there is little room for doubt in defense and in midfield, with executives like Marquinhos, Danilo, Alex Sandro, Gabriel or even Casemiro and Bruno Guimaraes who naturally impose themselves, the plethoric choice in the offensive sector which awaits the coach is a source of headaches.
This Wednesday, the “Mister” nevertheless saw the number of his options reduced. To the great misfortune of Estevao, injured in the hamstring last Saturday, who only “very unlikely” to participate in the 2026 World Cup, according to
The Athletic.
Neymar and Endrick on the lookout
In detail, the Chelsea winger suffers from a grade 4 injury, a rather high degree. But it also means that a place becomes available in the Brazil group. Two names therefore appear as the natural successors: Neymar and Endrick.
The first is probably leaving late – despite regained physical form with Santos – as evidenced by his non-call-up during the last rally. His repeated clashes with opposing supporters are annoying, and reflect a certain nervousness.
While the second scored valuable points against Croatia at the beginning of April, with an assist and a penalty caused in just fifteen minutes played, and continues his rise in power with Olympique Lyonnais. His match against PSG (a goal and an assist) last Sunday speaks in his favor
