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Weverton Replaces Injured Alisson In Brazil Squad For World Cup Qualifiers

By IANS News October 06, 2024 • 09:16 AM View: 905

The National Team: Palmeiras goalkeeper Weverton has been called up to Brazil's squad for World Cup qualifiers against Chile and Peru to replace injured Alisson, who suffered a hamstring tear during Liverpool's 1-0 victory at Crystal Palace in the Premier League on Saturday.

"The goalkeeper left the field claiming pain in his thigh in the Premier League match (English Championship) this Saturday (5). The National Team's medical department contacted the English club and was informed that the athlete is not fit to play in the two matches," Brazil football federation (CBF) said in a statement.

Brazil is scheduled to face Chile in the ninth round of the qualifiers on October 10 at Nacional de Santiago in the Chilean capital, followed by their clash with Peru on October 15 in Brasilia.

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