The surprising absences in the Brazilian selection for the Copa America 2024
Brazil coach Dorival Júnior recently revealed the list of players who will represent the Seleção in the 48th edition of the Copa America which will take place in the United States, from June 20 to July 14, 2024. However, familiar names and expected by the fans were conspicuous by their absence, notably Neymar, Casemiro and Gabriel Jesus and Richarlison, sparking a wave of surprises and debates among Internet users and football observers.
Among the most notable absentees are Neymar, Richarlison, Casemiro, and Gabriel Jesus. These players are generally mainstays of the Brazilian national team at the 2022 World Cup and their exclusion from the final list has raised questions as to the reasons behind these bold choices by Dorival Júnior.
Neymar, once considered one of the best players in the world, is usually a fixture in the Seleção. His creativity, his technical finesse and his ability to swing a match in his favor are valuable assets for any team. The decision not to include him in the final roster has fans perplexed, wondering if there are internal issues or concerns related to his fitness. But one thing is certain, the former PSG player exiled in Saudi Arabia has spent this entire season in the infirmary due to injuries.
The non-selection of players such as Richarlison, Casemiro and Gabriel Jesus raises questions. Richarlison is a versatile striker who provided a constant threat in front of the opposition goal during the World Cup in Qatar. This season with Tottenham, he played 28 matches in the English championship for 18 times. He scored eleven goals and delivered 4 assists
Casemiro, on the other hand, is a reliable defensive midfielder, capable of controlling play in the middle of the field and protecting the defense. But the former Real Madrid player did not have a very good season with Manchester United who are struggling to regain their good form.
Gabriel Jesus is a fast and talented striker who has often been a valuable asset for the Seleção. Their absence in the final list leaves room for speculation about Dorival Júnior’s selection criteria and what alternatives he is considering to fill these gaps. But, the coach may have all his reasons when we look at Gabriel Jesus’ numbers with Arsenal this season. For 25 matches played, the former Manchester City striker only scored 4 goals.
Furthermore, Matheus Cunha is a promising young talent who has experienced constant progression in his career. His ability to score goals and create chances could have been an interesting addition to the Brazilian attack. Bremer, meanwhile, is a sturdy and experienced defender who could have strengthened the Seleção’s backline. Their absence leaves room for conjectures about the coach’s selection criteria and the tactical options he is considering for the tournament.
With the 2024 Copa America fast approaching, Dorival Júnior’s decision to leave out renowned players is creating a climate of uncertainty and speculation among internet users. Brazilian fans are eagerly waiting to see how the team will fare without these usual stars and whether the manager’s choices will prove successful in their quest for the continental title.
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