Brazil national team: the 26 names that could wear the yellow shirt in 2026
Based on their form in qualifying and friendlies, we project Brazil's squad for the 2026 World Cup.
With just a few weeks to go until the official announcement, Brazil's head coach has a puzzle on his hands: choosing the 26 players to represent the country at the first 48-team World Cup.
Goalkeepers
Alisson remains the undisputed number one. Ederson and Bento are competing for the other two spots, with a slight edge for the Manchester City keeper.
Defense
Marquinhos leads the back line alongside Gabriel Magalhães. At full-back, Danilo, Vanderson, Wendell and Abner look like locks.
Midfield and attack
Bruno Guimarães and André form the holding-midfield pair alongside Casemiro. Up front, Vinicius Júnior, Rodrygo, Raphinha and Endrick are nailed on — and the race for the remaining spot involves Estêvão and Gabriel Martinelli.
- Goalkeepers: Alisson, Ederson, Bento
- Center-backs: Marquinhos, Gabriel Magalhães, Éder Militão, Bremer
- Full-backs: Danilo, Vanderson, Wendell, Abner
- Midfielders: Casemiro, Bruno Guimarães, André, Lucas Paquetá, João Gomes
- Forwards: Vinicius Jr., Rodrygo, Raphinha, Endrick, Estêvão, Martinelli, Pedro, Richarlison
The final list will be confirmed on the eve of the tournament. Follow every move right here on Guriball until the official announcement.
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