Casemiro, Gabriel Jesus leads list of left out Stars by Brazil for their upcoming Copa America contest.
In a surprising move, Manchester United’s midfield stalwart Casemiro has been left out of Brazil’s squad for the upcoming Copa America tournament.
The 32-year-old, with an impressive 75 caps for Brazil, has faced challenges this season at Old Trafford, leading to his exclusion from coach Dorival Jr’s 23-man roster.
Joining Casemiro on the sidelines are notable names like Tottenham’s Richarlison, Arsenal’s Gabriel Jesus, and Antony from Manchester United. The absence of star player Neymar, still recovering from a knee ligament injury, was expected after his injury sustained in Brazil’s match against Uruguay last October.
Despite these omissions, the squad boasts a strong Premier League representation, with Liverpool’s Alisson and Manchester City’s Ederson leading the goalkeeping department. Arsenal’s Gabriel and Gabriel Martinelli also earned spots in the squad, showcasing the talent from English clubs.
The midfield department includes Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle, Douglas Luiz from Aston Villa, Andreas Pereira from Fulham, Joao Gomes from Wolves, and Lucas Paqueta from West Ham. These players bring versatility and skill to Brazil’s midfield lineup.
In the forward positions, teenage sensation Endrick from Palmeiras, who is set to join Real Madrid this summer, has been selected after making history as the youngest male goalscorer at Wembley Stadium during a friendly against England in March.
Overall, Dorival Jr’s squad presents a mix of experience and youthful energy, with players from top clubs around Europe and promising talents from Brazilian clubs.
As Brazil gears up for the Copa America in the United States from 20 June to 14 July, fans anticipates the performance of this football nation on the international stage.
