Vinicius, Rodrygo back in Ancelotti's Brazil squad
Real Madrid duo Vinicius Junior and Rodrygo were recalled to the Brazil squad by coach Carlo Ancelotti on Wednesday for upcoming friendlies against South Korea and Japan...
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Real Madrid stars Vinicius Junior and Rodrygo have been recalled to the Brazil squad by coach Carlo Ancelotti for upcoming friendlies against South Korea and Japan.
- Neymar remains sidelined with a thigh injury until at least November, missing his chance for a first international appearance since October 2023.
- Real Madrid centre-back Eder Militao also returns following a long-term injury.
- Striker Igor Jesus of Nottingham Forest received a surprise call-up after scoring four goals in two starts.
- Brazil will play South Korea in Seoul on October 10, then face Japan in Tokyo on October 14.
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