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Brazil calls up Martinelli to replace injured João Pedro
Brazil national team coach Carlo Ancelotti has called up Fluminense midfielder Martinelli to replace Chelsea striker João Pedro for upcoming international friendlies. João Pedro was forced to withdraw from the squad due to a knee injury sustained during a match against Hull City.
The replacement marks a significant moment for Martinelli, the 24-year-old who has made over 300 appearances for Fluminense, as this will be his first call-up to the senior national team. The move aligns with Ancelotti’s broader strategy of squad renewal following Brazil’s exit from the 2026 World Cup.
Brazil is scheduled to play three matches in Asia and Oceania. The team will face Australia twice, once in Townsville on September 25 and again in Brisbane on September 29. The tour will conclude with a match against India in Kolkata on October 3. These fixtures serve as the beginning of the qualification cycle for the 2030 World Cup.
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Brazil national team · CBF · Carlo Ancelotti · Chelsea · Fluminense · João Pedro · Martinelli · Seleção Brasileira
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- [● 2 SOURCES] The specific nature and severity of the injury have not been disclosed. theglittersonline.com.ng
- [● 2 SOURCES] Brazil is scheduled to play international friendlies against Australia and India. theglittersonline.com.ng
- [● 2 SOURCES] Fluminense forward Martinelli will replace Joao Pedro in the Brazil squad. theglittersonline.com.ng
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Joao Pedro was named the Premier League Player of the Month for August. theglittersonline.com.ng
- [● 3 SOURCES] Joao Pedro has withdrawn from the Brazil squad due to injury. deportesdo.com · theglittersonline.com.ng