Brazil adds Ederson to World Cup squad after Wesley injury
Brazil adds Ederson to World Cup squad after Wesley injury
Updated at: June 9, 2026 at 11:30 AM
Just days before the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Brazil faced a significant roster challenge.
Young right-back Wesley suffered a painful muscle tear in his left thigh during a friendly match against Egypt on June 6.
Medical scans confirmed the injury was severe enough to rule the 22-year-old out of the entire tournament.
To fill the vacancy, head coach Carlo Ancelotti made a bold strategic decision, calling up Atalanta midfielder Ederson to join the 26-player squad.
Ederson, known for his incredible stamina and ball-recovery skills, brings a different profile to the team.
By replacing a specialist defender with a dynamic midfielder, many analysts believe Ancelotti is shifting his tactical focus.
As Ederson prepares to meet his teammates in the United States, all eyes are on Brazil’s Group C opener against Morocco on June 14.
With matches against Haiti and Scotland to follow, the team hopes this adjustment will provide the balance needed to pursue the trophy.
