Globo Esporte Futebol reports that Brazilian coach Carlo Ancelotti has made his first call-up since the 2026 World Cup, naming a 25-man squad for upcoming friendlies against Australia and India. The list includes several young players, with Ancelotti aiming to observe new talent, particularly in the youth ranks.
The goalkeepers called up are Hugo Souza, Morisco, and Otávio, while the defenders include Artur Dias, Douglas Santos, Gabriel Magalhães, Jair, Marquinhos, Matheuszinho, Mauro Júnior, Vitor Reis, and Wesley. Andrey Santos, Breno Bidon, Bruno Guimarães, Danilo Santos, Douglas Luiz, and Gabriel Bontempo make up the midfield, while Endrick, Estêvão, João Pedro, Pedro, Raphinha, Rayan, Samuel Lino, and Vinicius Junior are the forwards.
Ancelotti intends to use these friendlies to identify players for the future of the Brazilian national team, with a focus on young players who will be eligible for the next World Cup or Copa América. The team will face Australia twice, on September 25 and 29, before playing India on October 3.