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Ederson earns World Cup call-up days after transfer to United

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 10:10 AM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Ederson earns World Cup call-up days after transfer to United

Summary

Ederson, recently signed by Manchester United, has been called up for Brazil's 2026 FIFA World Cup squad. The midfielder, who previously played for Atalanta, initially missed out on a spot but was named as a replacement for injured Roma player Wesley. Ederson received the news during a wedding celebration in his hometown and is set to join the national team on June 8. His impressive performance last season has made him a key target for United as they prepare for the upcoming season.

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•Ederson expected to move to Manchester United soon
•Joins Brazil's squad after Wesley's injury
•Received call during a family wedding in Campo Grande
•Set to travel to the US on June 8
•Scored three goals and provided two assists last season

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10:10 AMYahoo Sports — How Ederson learned of World Cup call days after sealing United move

What they're saying

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From securing a move to Manchester United to earning a late berth in Brazil’s 2026 FIFA World Cup squad, Edersons has gone through an eventful week in his career. The combative midfielder’s perfor...
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