Brazil predicted squad for Copa America 2024: Projected final roster, player list with Neymar set to miss out
Brazil endured a difficult end to 2023 as they lost three consecutive 2026 World Cup qualifiers, including at home to world champions Argentina.
However, a win over England at Wembley Stadium and a thrilling draw with Spain during the March international break gave some new impetus to a group being led by Dorival Junior, who was confirmed as head coach in January this year.
Although Brazil are not quite at the level of previous major tournaments — for one thing, star forward Neymar is set to miss out with injury — they will still be one of the leading contenders for glory at this summer's tournament in the United States.
With provisional squads for the finals set to be named in early May, we've had a go at predicting Brazil's final roster, as they begin preparations for the start of the competition in June.
Key dates and schedule for Copa America 2024
The Selecao will always be among those sides expected to win the Copa America. The nine-time champions may have endured a difficult run of form over the past year or so, but theirs is still a squad full of talent — including some young rising stars.
Real Madrid stars Vinicius Junior and Rodrygo Goes would appear certainties to make the squad. Barcelona forward Raphinha and Tottenham striker Richarlison are also expected to be included after being picked by Dorival Junior for the March international friendlies with England and Spain.
West Ham's Lucas Paqueta and Newcastle United's Bruno Guimaraes will be likely starters in midfield, alongside national-team captain Casemiro, who is expected to be in the squad despite difficulties for Manchester United this season.
In defence, Juventus centre-back Bremer, Arsenal's Gabriel Magalhaes and Paris Saint-Germain's Marquinhos are nailed
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