World Cup 2026 | Brazil reports last-minute call-up due to Wesley's injury

The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) announced a last-minute change to the national team's squad for the 2026 World Cup. Winger Wesley has been ruled out due to a muscle injury, and midfielder Éderson has been called up as his replacement.

Wesley, a 22-year-old right-back for AS Roma, sustained the injury during Brazil's final friendly match before the tournament, a 2-1 victory over Egypt. He left the field in tears after experiencing discomfort. An MRI scan confirmed a muscle tear in his left thigh's adductor muscle.

Éderson, a 26-year-old midfielder for Atalanta, will join the delegation in the United States on Monday. He was previously included in coach Carlo Ancelotti's initial squad list for the South American qualifiers but was later omitted from subsequent call-ups.

Brazil is set to begin their World Cup campaign on Saturday, facing Morocco in Group C. The group also includes Scotland and Haiti. The team's preparation has included a series of friendly matches as they aim for success in the North American tournament.