Joao Pedro, Estevao recalled as Brazil begin rebuild
The Chelsea forwards will feature in Carlo Ancelotti's squad following their disappointing World Cup campaign.
Brazil have announced the recall of forwards Joao Pedro and Estevao for upcoming friendlies in September and October, as coach Carlo Ancelotti starts rebuilding the national team. Joao Pedro was left out of the World Cup squad to make room for Neymar, who was eliminated by Norway in the last 16. Estevao, a key player before the World Cup, suffered an injury that prevented him from participating.
Ancelotti has included several new faces in the squad, such as goalkeepers Pedro Morisco and Otavio, defender Mauro Junior, and midfielders Breno Bidon and Gabriel Bontempo. Established stars like Vinicius Junior, Raphinha, Bruno Guimaraes, Gabriel Magalhaes, and Marquinhos also return for the friendlies. However, Neymar, who announced his international retirement, along with midfielder Casemiro and goalkeeper Alisson, are notable absentees.
Brazil will face Australia in Townsville on September 25 and Brisbane on September 29, followed by an India match in Kolkata on October 3.
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