Brazil have lost full‑back Wesley to a thigh injury, forcing a late squad change ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Manchester United‑bound midfielder Ederson received the call‑up as his replacement. Wesley limped off in the 1‑1 draw against the United States at Cleveland’s Browns Stadium, his seventh senior cap, leaving a gap on the left flank.

Brazil opened the match through Bruno Guimarães’ low finish, but the lead vanished four minutes later when PSG defender Marquinhos mishandled a back‑pass, gifting winger Mostafa Zico a chance he converted past Alisson. Endrick added a second‑half strike from Raphinha’s cut‑back, prompting Ancelotti to praise the team’s intensity after the win. Group C rivals Haiti lost 2‑1 to Peru, while Morocco beat Norway.

Ederson’s inclusion adds a versatile midfield option alongside Casemiro and Lucas Paquetá as Brazil finalise their group‑stage game plan. After a 6‑2 demolition of Panama, the South Americans aim to keep momentum. The 26‑man roster meets FIFA’s deadline, giving coach Tite flexibility for the opening Cleveland match.