Football fans are eagerly awaiting the announcement of Brazil’s World Cup squad. Carlo Ancelotti, who took over as head coach last year, has guided Brazil to qualification and introduced new players. The official announcement is scheduled for May 18.
Ancelotti’s Squad Selection
There has been much discussion surrounding the Brazil World Cup squad. Injuries could see key players miss out, while new faces may join the squad list. The inclusion of legendary player Neymar is also a point of consideration.
Ancelotti did not call up Neymar for the March friendly matches. This seemed like the last opportunity for Neymar and other players to earn a spot on Brazil’s World Cup roster.
Announcement Details
The Brazilian Football Federation (CBF) will announce the official Brazil World Cup roster May 18, 2026. The announcement will be made at 4 p.m. Brasilia time (16H).
- The announcement will be at 3 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. PT in the United States.
- The announcement will be shown on CBFTV.
- CBFTV could be watched on the official Brazil YouTube channel.
Neymar’s Potential Inclusion
The big question mark at the moment is whether Neymar will be included. The Brazilian star has yet to receive a call-up to the national team since 2023, and since the arrival of Ancelotti.
The announcement will be available on the Confederação Brasileira de Futebol / Brasil YouTube Channel.