An Shuai s first show list! Neymar is absent, Anthony and Casemiro are selected to cause heated discussion

Under the focus of football, the new Brazilian national team coach Ancelotti, this tactical master, dropped a bombshell at his first important decision moment! On May 27, he announced the first major roster after taking over the Brazilian national team. Once this list was released, it instantly caused storm in the football world, and the fans' discussions, doubts and cheers were intertwined.

The most surprising thing is undoubtedly Neymar's defeat. The soul of the Samba Legion has ignited the passion of fans with its gorgeous dribbling, precise passes and deadly shots on the court. It is the most shining star on the Brazilian football offensive line. His name is almost one of the synonyms for Brazilian football. However, this time, his name did not appear on Ancelotti's list. For a time, social media was flooded with the topic of "Nemar's defeat" and fans expressed their surprise and confusion. Some people sigh that the Brazilian team without Neymar seems to have less soul; some people rationally analyze that Neymar has been in constant injuries in recent years and has fluctuated in its state. Perhaps An Shuai made this difficult decision because of his consideration of the overall strength and tactical layout of the team.

Neal was defeated, but Anthony and Casemiro's selection were also full of topics. Anthony, this wing fast horse who once faced the halo of "Mr. Billion" at Manchester United but fell into a sluggish wing, ushered in the second spring of his career after loaning to Real Betis. In the La Liga, he is like a retuned supercar, speeding up and unstoppable. Throughout the season, he scored 9 goals and sent 5 assists, helping Betis reach the UEFA League finals, and his La Liga ranking also jumped to 6th place, qualifying for the UEFA Cup next season. His outstanding performance naturally cannot escape Ancelotti's sharp eyes and was well deserved to be selected for the national team roster. Fans also have high hopes for him, hoping that he will continue to shine in the national team's field and inject new vitality into the Brazilian offensive line.

And Casemiro's return is like a veteran who has been through the battlefield and re-dressed in armor. This Manchester United midfield iron gate, affectionately known as the "Fat Tiger" by fans, gradually regained its peak form under the coaching of Ruben Amorin in the second half of the 2024-2025 season. In the journey of Manchester United entering the UEFA Cup final, he not only contributed key data of 3 goals and 2 assists, but also became the stabilizer of the team's midfielder with his rich experience and innate leadership temperament. Ancelotti knows his strength and role well. In an interview with the media, he was not stingy with his praise for Casemiro: "Casemiro is a great player. I am very lucky to have worked with him. I think the national team needs such a player with both charm, personality and talent." Casemiro's return has undoubtedly greatly improved the hardness and control of the Brazilian team's midfield, and he will become an indispensable key figure in the team's World Cup qualifiers.

In addition to these highly-watched stars, this roster has many highlights. In the goalkeeper position, Liverpool's Alisson is still the team's stabilization. His steady performance and excellent goal line skills are the last solid barrier for Brazil's defense. In terms of the defense line, although veterans faded out, some newcomers have also emerged. Lille's Alessandro Ribero and Monaco's Wanderson were drafted for the first time. They will inject new vitality into the Brazilian team's defense line with the courage of a newborn calf not afraid of tigers. The midfield and forward line are also a combination of new and old, including powerful stars such as Guimaraes, Vinicius, and Rafinia who are in their prime, as well as fresh blood like Estevan, a talented young player from Palmeiras, which makes people look forward to the Brazilian team's offensive firepower.

Regarding this big list, Ancelotti explained at a press conference: "I try to recruit players in good shape and can contribute to the team. This is a strict schedule, and all selected players will strive to win in good shape." He also specifically mentioned that he had communicated with Neymar and explained the reason for his failure. Neymar has just experienced injuries recently. At present, the team still has many injured players who cannot be selected. However, everyone knows the importance of Neymar. He will still be an indispensable member of the Brazilian team in the future.

Brazil will face Ecuador at home on June 6, and then challenge Paraguay away on June 9. These two South American World Cup qualifiers will be Ancelotti's first major test since taking office, and it is also an excellent opportunity to test the combat effectiveness of this new list. The fans can't wait to see the wonderful performances of these stars on the court, and look forward to the Brazilian team led by Ancelotti to continue the glorious chapter of Samba football in the new journey.