Brazil confirm W.C squad, Fermino out
BRAZIL – Brazil have confirmed their 26-man squad for the Qatar World Cup and it includes a plethora of Premier League stars.
Selecao coach Tite named his squad on yesterday and there were notable omissions for Premier League duo Roberto Firmino and Gabriel Magalhaes - while Philippe Coutinho had already been ruled out due to injury.
However, PSG star Neymar is part of the squad and will be looking to make history in Qatar by becoming the nation’s top goalscorer of all-time.
West Ham’s Lucas Paqueta and Newcastle’s Bruno Guimaraes are both part of the squad having excelled in their next teams this year. Premier League goalkeeping duo Alisson and Ederson both make the squad and are joined by Palmeiras shot-stopper Weverton.
The 39-year-old football veteran Dani Alves makes the squad as he continues to ply his trade for Mexican side Pumas.
Real Madrid and Barcelona wingers Vincius Jr and Raphinha are also part of the Selecao team for Qatar after impressing in LaLiga this season.
Manchester United winger Antony shared the heartwarming moment that he - and his family - found out that he’d been included in the squad.
The former Ajax star shared a video on social media sat with his family - all dressed in Manchester United tops though Antony is in a Brazil shirt - awaiting the announcement.
When his name is read out, his family burst into celebration and hug. The United No 21 has a strong embrace and becomes emotional as he comes to terms he’ll be featuring in his first World Cup.
Newcastle star Bruno Guimaraes had a similar reaction which was also shared onto social media.
The former Lyon midfielder is sat and dressed in Brazil shirts with his family as he awaits his name to be read out.
When it is, the Magpies midfielder rejoices - with his new-born son in his arms - at the news he’ll be heading to Qatar.
There were a number of noticeable omissions from the squad including a number of Premier League stars.
Liverpool’s Roberto Firmino missed out given Brazil’s depth in attacking quality whileAston Villa’s Philippe Coutinho was ruled out of the World Cup after sustaining a thigh injury in training.Arsenal’s Gabriel Magalhaes was also unlucky to miss out given his impressive club form.