Coach Arthur Elias announced Seleção Feminina’s list of 26 players for the next two international friendlies. The preparatory clashes will take place against Estados Unidos on June 6th and 9th. Departures are scheduled for the cities of São Paulo and Fortaleza. The main novelty of the official list is the presence of the Marta sock. The athlete returns to the group after a period of physical load control at Orlando Pride.
The technical committee uses the dates available on the calendar to structure the team aiming for the 2027 Mundial. The global tournament will take place at the Brasil. Planning includes tactical tests and the reintegration of fundamental pieces into the game plan. The coach highlighted the importance of evaluating the squad against an opponent with a high technical level. The sequence of matches serves as an accurate thermometer for the current work cycle focused on international competition.
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Retorno from experienced athletes strengthens the defensive system
The call-up list features the return of names consolidated on the international scene. Defender Rafaelle returns to wear the Brasil shirt after being absent since Jogos Olímpicos. The defender has a history of leadership in the national team. Ela has worn the captain’s armband on several occasions throughout her career. The presence of the Orlando Pride player adds experience to the marking sector and guides defensive positioning.
The defensive system is also reinforced by Tarciane. The Lyon defender had been left out of the last window of international commitments. The technical committee evaluates the athlete as an important piece for the gradual renewal of the defense line. The mix of youth and experience in big leagues guides the commander’s choices for the area’s protection sector.
In the offensive sector, attacker Amanda Gutierres receives a new opportunity. The Boston player returns to the group after completing the adaptation phase to football abroad. Midfielder Yaya, currently at PSG, is also on the official list. The athlete built a solid trajectory in the youth categories. Agora, she seeks to consolidate her space in the main team after a long period away from the call-ups.
Primeira opportunity and observation of new talents
The squad renewal process provides opportunities for rising athletes on the national scene. Midfielder Kaylane received her first call-up to Seleção Feminina. The player defends Flamengo in the current season. Ela recently scored his first goal for the Rio club’s professional team. The consistent performance in midfield caught the attention of confederation observers during the championship rounds.
The technical committee monitors the athletes’ performance in different competitions around the world. The Brazilian attack will rely on the speed of Gio and Ludmila for duels against the North Americans. The two players play outside football and offer important tactical variations to the Arthur Elias scheme. The diversity of characteristics in the offensive sector allows the dynamics of matches to be changed according to the needs of the game.
Global monitoring includes leagues in the process of financial and technical development. Kathellen, from Al-Nassr, and Adriana, from Al-Qadsiah, play in Arab football and remain on the observation radar. Constant monitoring ensures that all players with the potential to join the group are evaluated fairly. The central objective is to map as many talents as possible until the squad for the 2027 tournament is defined.
Relação complete list of players for international friendlies
The call covers professionals who work in Brasil, Estados Unidos, Europa and México clubs. The diversity of leagues reflects the current expansion of the sport. The official list for the two preparatory clashes has the following athletes divided by position of origin:
- Goleiras: Lelê (Corinthians), Lorena (Kansas City), Kemelli (Fluminense)
- Zagueiras: Thais Ferreira (Corinthians), Isa Haas (América), Tarciane (Lyon), Lauren (Atlético of Madrid), Mariza (Tigres), Rafaelle (Orlando Pride)
- Laterais: Isabela (PSG), Aline Gomes (Pachuca), Raissa Bahia (Palmeiras)
- Meio-campers: Duda Sampaio (Corinthians), Angelina (Orlando Pride), Ary Borges (Angel City), Yaya (PSG), Kaylane (Flamengo)
- Atacantes: Kerolin (Manchester City), Dudinha (San Diego), Gio (Atlético of Madrid), Marta (Orlando Pride), Bia Zaneratto (Palmeiras), Taína Maranhão (Palmeiras), Gabi Portilho (San Diego), Ludmila (San Diego), Amanda Gutierres (Boston)
The relationship demonstrates the balance sought by the technical committee between the different sectors of the field. The group brings together players with complementary characteristics. The presence of multiple options for each position intensifies the internal competition for a place in the starting team. The coach will have the opportunity to test different formations during training and during the game against the foreign team.
Período extended training in the city of Itu
Além of the friendlies, the planning of Seleção Feminina includes an intensive preparation stage in the interior of São Paulo. The technical committee organized a training period in the city of Itu between the 15th and 20th of June. Esta work phase will feature an extended list of 30 players. The initiative was surprising due to the volume of athletes involved in the field activity.
The confederation indicated that new similar periods of concentration could occur in the coming years. The strategy aims to accelerate the implementation of the game model required by the coach. Durante the work on Itu, the technical committee will closely observe the dispute for the third place in Brasil’s goal. The training will also serve to test specific positional adaptations in underserved sectors.
Players Aline Gomes and Ivana Fuso were called up to play on the sides. Ambas have a history of playing in more advanced positions in the offensive field at their respective clubs. The tactical experiment seeks to find solutions for the national team’s wings. Nomes, prominent in the internal scenario, like Andressa Alves and Jaqueline Ribeiro, are also part of the group focused on extended preparation.
Comercialização of tickets for the clashes at Brasil
Fans can now guarantee their presence in the two preparatory games. Tickets are sold virtually via the Bilheteria Digital platform. The first confrontation takes place at Neo Química Arena, at São Paulo. The match is scheduled for June 6th, starting at 6:30 pm. Ticket prices for this duel range from R$30 to R$50 in half-price mode. Full-price tickets cost between R$50 and R$100.
The second commitment of the national team will be held in the Nordeste region. Arena Castelão, located at Fortaleza, will host the game on June 9th. The kickoff is scheduled for 9:30 pm. Para this match, half-price tickets cost between R$30 and R$80. Full tickets range from R$60 to R$140, depending on the sector chosen at the Ceará stadium.
The organization’s expectations point to full stands in both Brazilian capitals. Os Estados Unidos represent one of the most traditional and successful opponents in the sport. The level of technical demand of the clashes justifies the structural mobilization around the events. The presence of the local public is considered a fundamental factor in the team’s preparation environment towards the world championship.