Injured Neymar replaced by Endrick in Brazil squad
Briefly

Brazil has announced the call-up of 18-year-old forward Endrick to replace Neymar in the national team for upcoming World Cup qualifiers after Neymar sustained a muscle injury. Neymar was poised for his Selecao return following a long absence due to a knee injury sustained against Uruguay in October 2023, but this recent setback rules him out of matches against Colombia and Argentina. Despite his challenges in the Saudi Pro League, Neymar recently returned to Santos, where he has begun to find his form. Endrick has also been impressively contributing to the Brazilian squad with his performances at Real Madrid.
Brazil has called up teenage forward Endrick to replace Neymar for the World Cup qualifiers after Neymar suffered a muscle injury, limiting his return.
Neymar's setback rules him out of crucial qualifiers against Colombia and Argentina, following his move back to Santos after a tough spell in Saudi Arabia.
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