Latest 2025 list: Ancelotti could include Coutinho, Rayan and Juba against Senegal and Tunisia Por Thiago Lemos
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Coach Carlo Ancelotti announces this Monday, at 3pm, at the CBF headquarters in Rio de Janeiro, the call-up of the Brazilian team for the friendlies against Senegal and Tunisia. The games take place on November 15th and 18th, in England and France, in preparation for the 2026 World Cup. The list represents the last testing opportunity in 2025, focusing on national football players.
Ancelotti watched the duel between Vasco and São Paulo on Sunday, in São Januário, to evaluate local options.
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- Rayan, 19 years old, accumulates speed and assists in the Brasileirão.
- Philippe Coutinho has scored 11 goals in 46 matches this season.
These names appear as bets to reinforce the squad.
Observations in São Januário
Ancelotti observed specific performances during the clash in Rio. São Paulo midfielder Marcos Antônio started as a starter and distributed passes with precision.
The 28-year-old player was part of the September pre-list, but an injury sidelined him. He has an 85% pass accuracy rate in recent Brasileirão games.
For Vasco, midfielder Philippe Coutinho commanded the midfield with vision of the game. At 33 years old, the athlete has accumulated five assists and contributes to creating plays.
Rebirth of Coutinho in the squad
Philippe Coutinho recovers form at Vasco after stints in Europe. The number 10 took part in the 2018 World Cup and in winning the Copa América.
This season, he scores decisive goals and leads playmaking statistics. Ancelotti considers his experience valuable for friendlies.
The return could balance the selection’s midfield in international tests.
Rayan’s speed through the tips
Rayan emerges as a promise at Vasco at 19 years old. The young striker offers physical strength and speed on the sides of the field.
He attracts interest from European clubs with consistent performances. In the Brasileirão, he registered successful dribbles in more than 60% of his attempts.
Ancelotti seespotential to rotate offensive positions on the roster.
Bahia duo in the pre-list
Jean Lucas and Luciano Juba are part of Ancelotti’s pre-list for Bahia. The 22-year-old midfielder gained minutes in the qualifiers against Bolivia.
Luciano Juba, left-back, stands out in precise crosses. Bahia occupies fifth place in the Brasileirão with contributions from the duo.
Northeastern contributions to the team
Football from the Northeast gains space in the national team. Jean Lucas played for El Alto in the 1-0 defeat to Bolivia.
He has played 2,500 minutes in the Brasileirão and recovers balls on average 7 per game. Luciano Juba adds 4 assists this season.
These players represent the fifth place in the national championship. The inclusion reinforces regional diversity in the cast.
Ancelotti prioritizes a balance between experience and youth in these friendlies.
Marcos Antônio returns to the radar
Marcos Antônio impressed under Ancelotti’s eyes in Sunday’s game. The São Paulo midfielder distributed 45 passes with a 90% accuracy rate.
He overcame a September injury and accumulated 1,800 minutes in the Brasileirão. His marking covers 8 tackles per match on average.
The 28-year-old athlete appears as an option for defensive midfield.
The friendlies against Senegal and Tunisia take place in European stadiums. Brazil faces Senegal at the Emirates Stadium, in London, at 1pm on November 15.
Three days later, the game against Tunisia starts at 4:30 pm at the Decathlon Arena, in Lille. These tests assess adaptation to varying rhythms.
The call broadcasts live on the CBF channel on YouTube. Ancelotti maintains October base, with adjustments due to recent injuries.
The Italian coach has been in charge of the national team since May and has called up 45 athletes so far.
