Brazil's Line-up for the First Post-World Cup Friendly Matches
The 2026 FIFA World Cup didn't go as hoped for Brazil, so now it's time to focus on a fresh start and chase their sixth title in 2030. Coach Carlo Ancelotti has called up 26 players for upcoming friendlies against Australia and India in late September and early October 2026.
The squad features many veterans from the tournament held across Mexico, the United States, and Canada, but also some newcomers getting their first chance to wear the Yellow Jersey under the 67-year-old Italian's guidance.
Called-up Squad
- 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 Friendlies Schedule
- 09/25 (Friday), 7 a.m. Brasília Time: Australia vs Brazil at Queensland Country Bank Stadium, Townsville
- 09/29 (Tuesday), 7 a.m. Brasília Time: Australia vs Brazil at Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane
- 10/03 (Saturday), 11 a.m. Brasília Time: India vs Brazil at Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, Kolkata (First official match between these two national teams)
Later in 2026, Brazil will take on Japan on November 14 and Singapore on November 17, both matches set at the Singapore National Stadium.
Fans are invited to share how they would arrange the team for these initial post-World Cup games.
