Brazilian Estevão to Miss World Cup Due to Insufficient Recovery Time
T.E (Elbotola)
11 May 2026at16:41
News reports indicate that Brazil national team coach Carlo Ancelotti has finalized his selections for the preliminary 55-player squad for the 2026 World Cup.
Globo Esporte confirmed that Ancelotti decided to include Santos player Neymar da Silva in the expanded list, alongside well-known names such as Vinicius Jr., Endrick, and Raphinha.
The same source clarified that Chelsea player Estevão will not be in the preliminary squad due to injury, as he will not be able to recover in time, according to confirmation from the Brazilian national team's medical staff.
It is worth noting that Ancelotti is set to announce Brazil's preliminary squad for the 2026 World Cup this Monday evening, before reducing it to a final 26-player list early next week.
Q&A
Why will Estevão not be included in Brazil's preliminary World Cup squad?
Estevão will not be included in Brazil's preliminary World Cup squad because he is currently injured. The Brazilian national team's medical staff confirmed he will not recover in time for the selection process.
What impact does Estevão's injury have on Brazil's 2026 World Cup squad selection?
Estevão's injury means coach Carlo Ancelotti cannot consider the Chelsea player for the initial 55-player preliminary squad. This opens up a spot for another talent, as Ancelotti finalizes his selections alongside established stars.
When will Brazil's preliminary and final World Cup squads be announced?
Brazil's preliminary 55-player squad for the 2026 World Cup is set to be announced by coach Carlo Ancelotti this Monday evening. The final 26-player list will then be revealed early next week.
