As Brazil prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America, head coach Carlo Ancelotti has reportedly submitted his provisional squad. The list features a mix of seasoned veterans and rising stars, though Ancelotti will need to trim the roster down to a final 26-man squad later this month.
The most significant news is the return of Neymar. Despite lingering questions about his fitness, the Al-Hilal (now Santos) legend is included, sparking speculation about whether this will be his final quest for the trophy. The squad also highlights Brazil’s incredible depth, with a fearsome attack led by Vinícius Júnior and Endrick, supported by a midfield anchored by Casemiro and Bruno Guimarães.
Brazil National team’s Provisional 2026 World Cup Squad
Goalkeepers
The goalkeeping department remains world-class, with veteran experience supplemented by domestic standouts:
- Alisson (Liverpool), Ederson (Fenerbahçe), Bento (Al-Nassr), Hugo Souza (Corinthians), John (Nottingham Forest), Carlos Miguel (Palmeiras).
Defenders
Ancelotti has called up a massive defensive pool, blending the longevity of Thiago Silva with the prime years of Marquinhos and Gabriel Magalhães:
- Marquinhos (PSG), Thiago Silva (Porto), Gabriel Magalhães (Arsenal), Bremer (Juventus), Léo Pereira (Flamengo), Ibañez (Al-Ahli), Alexsandro (Lille), Fabrício Bruno (Cruzeiro), Beraldo (PSG), Vitor Reis (Girona), Murillo (Nottingham Forest).
- Fullbacks: Wesley (Roma), Danilo (Flamengo), Paulo Henrique (Vasco), Vitinho (Botafogo), Alex Sandro (Flamengo), Douglas Santos (Zenit), Luciano Juba (Bahia), Caio Henrique (Monaco), Kaiki (Cruzeiro), Carlos Augusto (Inter).
Midfielders
The midfield features a strong Premier League presence alongside dynamic emerging talents:
- Casemiro (Manchester United), Bruno Guimarães (Newcastle), Fabinho (Al-Ittihad), Andrey Santos (Chelsea), Danilo (Botafogo), Lucas Paquetá (Flamengo), Gabriel Sara (Galatasaray), João Gomes (Wolves), Andreas Pereira (Palmeiras), Joelinton (Newcastle), Gerson (Cruzeiro), Matheus Pereira (Cruzeiro).
Forwards
Brazil’s attacking depth remains their greatest weapon, boasting a terrifying combination of speed, flair, and youth:
- Vini Jr. (Real Madrid), Raphinha (Barcelona), Matheus Cunha (Manchester United), Luiz Henrique (Zenit), Gabriel Martinelli (Arsenal), João Pedro (Chelsea), Estêvão (Chelsea), Neymar (Santos).
- Strikers: Endrick (Lyon), Rayan (Bournemouth), Antony (Real Bétis), Igor Thiago (Brentford), Pedro (Flamengo), Richarlison (Tottenham), Igor Jesus (Nottingham Forest), Kaio Jorge (Cruzeiro).
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Note on Final Selection: While this provisional list is extensive, Ancelotti’s toughest task will be narrowing these names down to the 26 players who will travel to North America to chase a record-breaking sixth star.
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