Brighton’s Joao Pedro has been selected to represent Brazil in their next 2026 World Cup Qualifiers against Paraguay and Ecuador. The 22-year-old striker was summoned at the eleventh hour after a devastating knee injury sustained by Pedro, during a training session in Curitiba. Interestingly, he has been Flamengo’s current league-leading scorer. According to the Brazilian […]
Brighton’s Joao Pedro has been selected to represent Brazil in their next 2026 World Cup Qualifiers against Paraguay and Ecuador. The 22-year-old striker was summoned at the eleventh hour after a devastating knee injury sustained by Pedro, during a training session in Curitiba. Interestingly, he has been Flamengo’s current league-leading scorer. According to the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF), Joao Pedro will join the squad on Thursday ahead of Brazil’s match against Ecuador on Friday.
Pedro’s injury, a sprained left knee, has ruled him out for the remainder of the season. It marks a significant setback for the striker and Flamengo. This unfortunate event has, however, opened the door for the Brighton ace to step in and make a mark on the international stage. His strong performances in the Premier League this season have not gone unnoticed. Therefore, he is a fitting choice for the squad.
Joao Pedro has enjoyed an excellent start to the current Premier League season. Pedro scored two goals in Brighton’s opening matches against Manchester United and Arsenal. The young Brazilian forward has been a key player for Brighton, consistently delivering impressive performances. Last season, he racked up 20 goals and three assists in 40 games. He has been one of the Seagulls’ standout performers.
While the striker had previously been included in the Seleção squad for matches against Colombia and Argentina, he did not feature in those games. This time, however, he will likely get his chance to shine on the international stage. Brazil needs fresh attacking…
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Author : Martina Alcheva
Publish date : 2024-09-05 16:44:03
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