Official: Brazil Announce Copa America Squad, Big Names Snubbbed
11 May, 2024
South American giants Brazil have confirmed their final squad for the 2024 Copa America, but a few big names have been left out. Selecao lost to fierce rivals Argentina in the final of the last Copa America and are now looking to reclaim the title.
Brazil's 2024 Copa America squad features surprises like the exclusion of Neymar and Casemiro, with promising talent Endrick earning a call-up. Led by coach Dorival Junior, the team blends experience with youth in their quest to reclaim the title.
While Neymar will miss the tournament through injury, head coach Dorival Junior has left out Manchester United midfielder Casemiro and Tottenham Hotspur forward Richarlison. Other notable players left out include Antony, Gabriel Jesus, and Matheus Cunha; however, 17-year-old Endrick has been called up for his first major tournament.
Brazil Squad:
Goalkeepers: Alisson (Liverpool), Bento (Athletico Paranaense), Ederson (Manchester City)
Defenders: Danilo (Juventus), Yan Couto (Girona), Arana (Atletico Mineiro), Wendell (Porto), Beraldo (PSG), Militao (Real Madrid), Gabriel (Arsenal), Marquinhos (Paris Saint-Germain)
Midfielders: Andreas Pereira (Fulham), Bruno Guimaraes (Newcastle), Douglas Luiz (Aston Villa), Joao Gomes (Wolverhampton), Paquetá (West Ham United)
Attackers: Endrick (Palmeiras), Evanilson (Porto), Martinelli (Arsenal), Raphinha (Barcelona), Rodrygo (Real Madrid), Savio (Girona), Vinicius Junior (Real Madrid)
Source: www.snl24.com
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