Brazil Unveils Their 2026 World Cup Squad: Every Player Named and One Stunning Selection Shocks the World

Brazil unveiled its 26-man roster for the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Monday, and football fans around the world held their breath in anticipation, eagerly waiting to find out whether Brazilian icon Neymar Jr would get one final chance to shine on football's grandest stage.

Crowds of supporters gathered outside the Museu do Amanhã just before Ancelotti's announcement, demanding Neymar's inclusion and chanting, "Olé, Olé, Olé, Ola, Ney-mar! Ney-mar!" Some held signs written in Portuguese reading, "Ancelotti, call up Neymar," and "Neymar with one leg and one eye is better than every player on the Seleção."

It appears their wishes have been granted. Seleção head coach Carlo Ancelotti has included Neymar in his final squad, securing the superstar forward's spot on the plane to North America next month. Brazil's record all-time top scorer (79 goals) will make his fourth World Cup appearance—and almost certainly his last—despite having been completely absent from international duty since 2023, including a painful omission from Ancelotti's most recent call-up back in March.

Take a look at the complete roster of players hoping to add a sixth star (1958, 1962, 1970, 1994, 2002) to Brazil's badge at the largest World Cup in history this summer.

Brazil 2026 World Cup Squad Confirmed: Full List of Players

Goalkeepers

Defenders

Midfielders

Forwards

Notable absentees include João Pedro, Bento, Andrey Santos, and Thiago Silva.

Brazil opens its campaign in Group C, facing Morocco, Haiti, and Scotland. The South American giants are widely expected to top their group before advancing into the knockout rounds.