Olympique Striker Endrick named to Brazil’s first World Cup squad

Brazilian forward Endrick wearing a yellow Brazil jersey with number 19 celebrates on the pitch, shouting with fists clenched during a match


Endrick has been selected for Brazil’s 2026 FIFA World Cup roster, marking the 19-year-old forward’s first appearance at the tournament. 

The squad was announced by head coach Carlo Ancelotti on May 18, 2026, at the Museum of Tomorrow in Rio de Janeiro, confirming 26 players who will represent the five-time champions in the United States, Canada and Mexico this summer. Endrick, currently with Lyon, joins nine forwards including Neymar, Vinícius Júnior and Raphinha.

Brazil opens Group C play against Morocco on June 13 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, followed by Haiti on June 19 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia and Scotland on June 24 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. The 2026 World Cup begins June 11 and concludes July 19. Brazil qualified by finishing fifth in CONMEBOL with 28 points across 18 matches.

Ancelotti’s 26-man list blends veterans and youth. Goalkeepers are Alisson, Ederson and Weverton. Defenders include Marquinhos, Gabriel Magalhães and Danilo. Midfielders feature Casemiro and Bruno Guimarães. 

In a post on social media after the announcement, Endrick wrote, “Thank you God, the Lord is wonderful, my first World Cup with the greatest team in the world, I can only thank God for this moment, now it's time to represent OUR NATION.” The tournament will be Brazil’s 23rd consecutive World Cup appearance.

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