Brazil included a single footballer from Turkey's Super Lig in its squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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The Brazilian Football Confederation announced its player list for the 2026 World Cup. The squad includes one player competing in Turkey's Super Lig.
Brazil included Neymar and other experienced names in the preparation process for the new tournament. With approximately 14 months remaining until the 2026 World Cup, head coach Ancelotti made changes to the squad.
Brazil included only one player from Turkish Super League in its squad announced for the 2026 World Cup. Technical director Carlo Ancelotti preferred the vast majority of Brazilian footballers to play in Europe's most established leagues, evaluating experienced and young players together.
Turkish Super League's entry into the squad list with only one player is an indicator of Brazilian footballers' preference; it sends a message to clubs investing in Super League that performance in European leagues is valued more for increased international recognition at the global level.

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