Striker Luiz Henrique, one of Botafogo's most important players (Photo: Vitor Silva/Botafogo) The Brazilian team, under the command of coach Dorival Júnior, is preparing for another competition in the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers (16) , according to the list of teams because the games against Ecuador will be postponed and Paraguay, and the intention is to bring news. With the main European leagues (Premier League, La Liga, Bundesliga, Serie A and Ligue One) returning from the summer holidays, it is time to select the players to compete in the Brazilian tournament, going through a good moment. and the better physical conditions of some athletes who work in the country.
Since being eliminated in the Copa América by Uruguay, Dorival Júnior has made a point of saying that he will be following the performance of the players who will be in the Brasileirão. In the months of June and July, the national championships delayed the start of the leagues, leaving many players without the necessary speed to face the Qualifiers duels. Therefore, Dorival Júnior sees the Brasileirão players as an opportunity to form a competitive team.
Among the names that appear on Dorival's list, one of the most talked about is Luiz Henrique, from Botafogo. The young player is one of the highlights of the Brazilian Championship, with 14 direct goals (7 goals and 7 assists) in the season. He is on the preliminary list for the Copa América and has a great chance of being called up for the games against Ecuador and Paraguay.
Another name that raised expectations was Matheus Pereira, Cruzeiro midfielder. With 9 goals and 12 assists this season, the Minas Gerais team's number 10 has established himself as a key player in the Brasileirão. His creative work in midfield, something that the Seleção lacked during the Copa América, could be of great value to Dorival Júnior, who is looking for other things to strengthen the group's play.
Flamengo is committed to the Brazilian team that lost many players called up by Brazil. The club, where players from Dorival's previous list were called up, will see their players called up again. Defender Fabrício Bruno, midfielder Gerson and striker Pedro are on Dorival Júnior's radar for the matches on September 6th and 10th.
Defender Fabrício Bruno, who played friendlies against England and Spain in March, maintained a good performance and could return to the team. Midfielder Gerson, who has not been called up since September last year, is back at Flamengo, this time as team captain. He is another name on Dorival's list, which strengthens the Brazilian team's midfield.
Pedro, top scorer in national football with 29 goals this season and the only leader in the Brasileirão's artillery with 10 goals, is one of the favorites to occupy the center forward position. Flamengo's number 9, much sought after by the fans, played in the 2022 World Cup, but has not been called up since then. Pedro's high level with a good chance of wearing the Seleção shirt again.
Another name that has a chance of appearing on the list is Paulinho, Atlético-MG striker. Number 10 Galo is having another great season in Brazilian football, with 14 goals and 4 assists so far. Top scorer in last year's Brasileirão, Paulinho can be called up for the Brazilian attack and has the opportunity to return to the Brazilian team.
It remains to be seen whether the call-up of names that play Brazilian football will increase the confidence of Brazilians in Amarelinha. According to Felipe Pereira, editor of the website BonusdeApostas.com, which specializes in betting, “calling players to play in Brazil may make fans of Brazilian teams happy to bet on the Seleção, but everything will depend on the team's improvement on the field."
FIFA Day and the National Team's challenges FIFA Day is FIFA Day, held between the 2nd and 10th of September, with matches against Ecuador, in Curitiba, and Paraguay, in Asunción. Brazil needs to gain points to return to the Qualifiers and guarantee a comfortable position in the 2026 World Cup. The absence of the Brasileirão, Copa do Brasil and Libertadores games now favors the call-up of players who play in Brazil. no conflict of dates with groups.
The first match is against Ecuador, on September 6th, at the Couto Pereira stadium, in Curitiba. Ecuador has been growing in international competitions and promises to be a difficult opponent for the Brazilian team. Four days later, Brazil faced Paraguay, at the Defensores del Chaco stadium, in Asunción.
After the injury in the Copa América, the coach seeks to reorganize the selection with players who can provide technical options and new techniques to the team. The inclusion of Brasileirão players is not just a short-term solution, but could be the beginning of a new cycle for Brazilian football, which requires greater renewal and greater contact with those who work within the country's walls.