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Romario criticizes Endrick after Brazil's World Cup elimination

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Last updated Jul 7, 2026

Romario criticizes Endrick after Brazil's World Cup elimination

Summary

Following Brazil's exit from the FIFA World Cup 2026 after a Round of 16 loss to Norway, Romario publicly criticized Real Madrid forward Endrick for his underwhelming performance. Endrick missed a critical scoring opportunity that could have altered the match outcome, leading to intensified scrutiny of his readiness for high-pressure situations. Despite being heralded as a promising talent, Romario stressed that age cannot serve as an excuse for poor execution at the international level. The young forward struggled to influence the game, prompting discussions about his development and future contributions. Brazil's elimination has raised questions about the team's preparation and line-up going forward.

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By the Numbers

•Brazil lost 1-0 to Norway in the Round of 16.
•Endrick failed to convert a key scoring chance set up by Vinicius Jr.
•Romario called Endrick's performance 'terrible', dismissing age as an excuse.
•Endrick's struggles highlighted in-game pressure and expectations.
•Brazil must reflect on squad performance for future competitions.

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The debate surrounding Endrick’s performance for Brazil intensified after legendary striker Romario launched a fierce assessment of the Real Madrid forward following Brazil’s elimination from the ...
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