The Brazil national football team have ushered in a new era under Carlo Ancelotti, with the Italian coach naming a youthful 26-man squad for the next international window. The selection, announced on September 9, includes Vinicius Junior, Raphinha and Marquinhos, while Joao Pedro returns after missing Brazil’s 2026 FIFA World Cup squad.
Estevao is another headline inclusion as the Chelsea forward begins a fresh chapter with the senior side. Ancelotti has also rewarded several emerging talents, with eight players receiving their first senior call-ups. The Brazil squad will face Australia twice before travelling to India for a historic October friendly in Kolkata.
Joao Pedro Returns As Ancelotti Reshapes Brazil Attack
Joao Pedro’s return is one of the biggest stories from the Brazil squad selection. The Chelsea forward was omitted from the World Cup squad in May but has now been recalled as Ancelotti begins planning for the 2030 cycle. His inclusion adds another versatile attacking option alongside Vinicius Junior, Raphinha, Endrick, Estevao, Pedro, Rayan and Samuel Lino.
Estevao also returns to the international spotlight after missing the World Cup through injury. The 19-year-old is among the eight newcomers or first-time selections in the 26-man group and represents Ancelotti’s clear emphasis on youth.
Brazil Squad vs India: Vinicius Junior, Raphinha Set For India Tour
Vinicius Junior remains one of Brazil’s principal attacking figures, while Raphinha brings established experience on the flank. Marquinhos provides veteran leadership in defence, with Gabriel Magalhães and Vitor Reis also included.
The midfield features Bruno Guimaraes, Douglas Luiz, Andrey Santos, Danilo, Breno Bidon and Gabriel Bontempo. The goalkeeper group has been completely refreshed, with Hugo Souza, Pedro Morisco and Otávio selected instead of the experienced trio taken to the World Cup.
The average age of the squad has fallen from 28.8 to 24.4, underlining the scale of Ancelotti’s rebuild.
Brazil Squad For September-October International Break
The Brazil national football team will play Australia on September 25 and 29 before meeting the India national football team in Kolkata on October 3.
The Brazil squad for India friendly is:
Goalkeepers: Hugo Souza, Pedro Morisco, Otavio
Defenders: Arthur Dias, Douglas Santos, Gabriel Magalhães, Jair, Marquinhos, Matheuzinho, Mauro Júnior, Vitor Reis, Wesley
Midfielders: Andrey Santos, Breno Bidon, Bruno Guimarães, Danilo Santos, Douglas Luiz, Gabriel Bontempo
Forwards: Endrick, Estevao, João Pedro, Pedro, Raphinha, Rayan, Samuel Lino, Vinicius Jr
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