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Danilo Withdrawn from Brazil National Team Squad

Danilo Withdrawn from Brazil National Team Squad
World Sports · 20:41:29 - Thursday, 5 November 2026

Brazil defender Danilo has been withdrawn from the national team squad, according to reports on Wednesday. The announcement came via OneFootball, with the news published at 11:38 PM UTC on November 4, 2026.

Details regarding the reason for Danilo's withdrawal — whether due to injury, tactical decision, or personal matters — were not immediately disclosed in the initial report. The 33-year-old veteran, who plays his club football for Juventus, has been a regular presence in Brazil's recent squads and captained the side on multiple occasions.

The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) has not yet issued an official statement confirming the change or naming a replacement. Brazil's upcoming fixtures and the specific competition affected by this squad alteration were not specified in the brief report.

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