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Roma's Wesley withdraws from Brazil squad due to thigh strain

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Last updated Sep 20, 2026

Roma's Wesley withdraws from Brazil squad due to thigh strain

Summary

Roma full-back Wesley has pulled out of the Brazil national team due to a right thigh strain. The Brazilian federation confirmed his withdrawal, announcing that Monaco's Vanderson will take his place in Carlo Ancelotti's squad for the upcoming friendlies. Wesley played the full match in a recent 2-2 draw against Inter. This injury adds to Wesley's challenges, as he previously missed the World Cup and has just been recalled to the national team. Roma midfielder Bryan Cristante is also a concern for Italy after experiencing fatigue in the same match.

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•Wesley suffers right thigh strain and exits Brazil squad
•Vanderson replaces him for upcoming friendlies
•Wesley played 90 minutes in a recent draw with Inter
•Cristante is also a doubt for Italy with fatigue
•Wesley missed the World Cup due to a previous injury

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Wesley’s difficult relationship with the Brazil national team continues, with the Roma full-back withdrawing from Carlo Ancelotti’s squad through injury.According to Corriere dello Sport, the Braz...
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