Egypt push Brazil close in 2–1 friendly defeat

Brazil edge Egypt 2–1 in Saturday friendly

Egypt fell 2–1 to Brazil in a friendly Saturday. The result stings, but there were positives to take from pushing a World Cup-bound side all the way. Brazil showed their quality, and your team held firm for long stretches.

Wesley injured, out of World Cup

Brazil's Wesley suffered a muscle injury during the match and has been ruled out of the World Cup. Ederson has been called up to replace him (1). Wesley posted: "I have to interrupt a dream because of an injury. It hurts not being able to wear the Brazilian national team shirt right now, but those who know my story know that giving up was never an option" (1). No Egypt players picked up injuries in the match.