Brazil at the World Cup without regular defender Wesley

Wesley (on the ball) suffered a muscle injury in his thigh in Brazil's test match against Egypt

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Record-breaking world champions Brazil will be without AS Roma defender Wesley at the World Cup.

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07.06.2026, 19:41•07.06.2026, 19:56

The 22-year-old had to be substituted in the 17th minute of the final World Cup test against Egypt (2:1) on Saturday evening. An MRI examination revealed a muscle injury in his left thigh.

Brazil national team coach Carlo Ancelotti replaced the undisputed regular in his "Seleção" with midfielder Ederson. The 26-year-old is on the verge of a move from Atalanta Bergamo to Manchester United.