Brazil's Line-Up for the First Post-World Cup Friendlies in 2026
Following Brazil's letdown at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the focus shifts towards rebuilding for the 2030 tournament. Coach Carlo Ancelotti has named 26 players for the upcoming friendlies against Australia and India scheduled for late September and early October 2026.
The squad mixes familiar faces from the World Cup with fresh talent making their first appearances in the iconic Yellow Jersey. Fans now have the chance to imagine how the team might line up for these initial matches.
Players Called Up by Ancelotti
- Goalkeepers: Hugo Souza (Corinthians), Otávio (Cruzeiro), Pedro Morisco (Coritiba)
- Defenders: Arthur Dias (Athletico-PR), Douglas Santos (Zenit), Gabriel Magalhães (Arsenal), Jair (Nottingham Forest), Marquinhos (PSG), Matheuzinho (Corinthians), Mauro Júnior (PSV), Vanderson (Monaco), Vitor Reis (Manchester City)
- Midfielders: Andrey Santos (Manchester United), Breno Bidon (Corinthians), Bruno Guimarães (Arsenal), Danilo (Botafogo), Douglas Luiz (Juventus), Gabriel Bontempo (Santos), Martinelli (Fluminense)
- Forwards: Endrick (Real Madrid), Estêvão (Chelsea), Pedro (Flamengo), Raphinha (Barcelona), Rayan (Bournemouth), Samuel Lino (Flamengo), Vinícius Júnior (Real Madrid)
Upcoming Friendly Matches
- September 25, Friday, 7 a.m. (Brasília time): Australia vs Brazil at Queensland Country Bank Stadium, Townsville
- September 29, Tuesday, 7 a.m. (Brasília time): Australia vs Brazil at Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane
- October 3, Saturday, 11 a.m. (Brasília time): India vs Brazil at Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, Kolkata (This will be the first official match between the two national teams)
Later in 2026, Brazil will also face Japan on November 14 and Singapore on November 17, both games held at the Singapore National Stadium.
