Ancelotti omits Alisson as Brazil name squad for November friendlies

By Adegboyega Adeleye

Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti has named a youthful 26-man squad for November friendlies against Japan and Singapore, leaving out Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker while insisting he remains the country’s best goalkeeper.

The squad was announced on Thursday at the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) headquarters in Rio de Janeiro. Brazil will face Japan on November 14 and Singapore three days later, as Ancelotti continues rebuilding the team after its disappointing 2026 World Cup campaign.

“We don’t need to test Alisson. We know him very well. He’s the best goalkeeper,” Ancelotti said. “When the Copa América starts, he’ll be called up. Like Alisson, al...