Brazil's teen striker Endrick hailed as Copa hopeful and subject of alleged Pelé spiritual message

Brazilian teenager Endrick, the striker who scored the winning goal in a 2‑1 friendly victory over Egypt, has been highlighted by Spain's newspaper AS as a major hope for the national team at the upcoming World Cup. Coach Carlo Ancelotti is expected to consider him for the striker role alongside Vinícius Jr., Raphinha, Matheus Cunha and Igor Thiago.

A purported psychographed letter, claimed to be written by the late legend Pelé, circulated on social media urging Endrick to maintain discipline and help restore Brazil's football glory. The message, shared by a Bahian medium, sparked widespread online discussion.