Brazil Lose Another Key Starter Before Norway Matchup at World Cup: Report
Summary
Brazil’s star midfielder Lucas Paquetá suffered a muscle injury in the 2026 World Cup and will miss the upcoming Round of 16 match against Norway. This adds to the team’s recent loss of Raphinha, another key player injured earlier in the tournament.Key Facts
- Legendary coach Carlo Ancelotti took charge of Brazil’s men’s national team in May 2025.
- Brazil aims to win their sixth World Cup title in 2026.
- Raphinha was injured on June 19 and missed the rest of the tournament.
- Lucas Paquetá left the Round of 32 game against Japan early due to a left thigh injury.
- Medical tests showed Paquetá has a grade 2 muscle injury, meaning a moderate muscle tear.
- Paquetá will follow intensive treatment but is unlikely to play against Norway on July 5.
- Despite injuries, Brazil still has strong players like goalkeeper Alisson and forward Vinícius Júnior.
- Brazil defeated Japan 2-1 to advance to the Round of 16.
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