Ancelotti Surprises and Reveals Why He Didn't Call Up Neymar: He's Moving Away from the World Cup
The young forward Endrick, reborn after arriving at Olympique Lyon on loan from Real Madrid, is the big news in Brazil's squad for the friendlies against France and Croatia this month, announced the coach, Carlo Ancelotti, on Monday.
TL;DR
- Young forward Endrick has been called up to the Brazilian national team for the first time by coach Carlo Ancelotti.
- Raphinha and Alisson return to the squad after injury layoffs.
- Neymar is not included because he is not at 100% fitness, according to Ancelotti.
- Other new call-ups include Igor Thiago, Rayan, Gabriel Sara, Danilo, Bremer, Roger Ibáñez, and Léo Pereira.
- Ancelotti mentioned significant injuries to players like Militão, Bruno Guimarães, Estevão, and Rodrygo.
- Neymar expressed sadness but remains focused on his recovery and dream of playing.
- Brazil is preparing for the World Cup in North America, sharing a group with Morocco, Haiti, and Scotland.
- Ancelotti aims to continue as coach beyond the World Cup and expects his contract renewal to be formalized.