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Dropped from World Cup roster
Wesley has been dropped from the Brazil World Cup roster after suffering a thigh injury in a friendly, according to Bruno Cassucci of Globo.com.
Analysis: Wesley is hitting the sidelines after suffering an injury in a friendly just days ahead of the sidelines, pulling up with an injury in his thigh. This is a brutal blow for the player and team, as he was likely to see the nod at right-back in most matches. He is only likely to miss a few weeks, but it is still not worth risking it for the major tournament, leaving Ederson to be called up in his place. Danilo and Roger Ibanez are now likely to battle it out for a starting role on the right of the defense.
Likely starter at right-back
Wesley is expected to open the 2026 FIFA World Cup as Brazil's starting right-back.
Analysis: Wesley had a decorated career at Flamengo, where he already landed on the Selecao radar, before joining Roma ahead of the 2025/26 campaign. He enjoyed a strong season with the Giallorossi in his first year in Serie A, starting in all but two of his 30 league appearances while tallying five goals and 33 chances created. Brazil hasn't had a right-back this proficient going forward since the prime days of former Inter and Man City star Maicon, so he will be a dangerous threat for a Brazilian squad looking to make a deep tournament run. Wesley's attacking contributions should also make him an attractive fantasy asset in most formats.
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