Carlo Ancelotti names Brazil’s World Cup team with Neymar included as Chelsea star snubbed
Carlo Ancelotti has announced Brazil's 26-player roster for the upcoming FIFA World Cup. Neymar has been included in the team, marking his return after a hiatus due to injuries. Notably absent from the squad is Chelsea's leading scorer, João Pedro.
- ▪Carlo Ancelotti named Brazil's final 26-player roster for the FIFA World Cup.
- ▪Neymar, who has 79 international goals, is set to play in his fourth World Cup.
- ▪Chelsea's João Pedro was surprisingly left out of the squad.
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