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Man Utd-bound Ederson replaces Wesley in Brazil squad
Key takeaways
- Brazil full-back Wesley has been ruled out of the World Cup because of a thigh injury, with Manchester United-bound midfielder Ederson called up to replace him.
- Roma defender Wesley left the field in tears after 15 minutes as Brazil - who are in Scotland's group - beat Egypt 2-1 in their final preparation match.
- A scan confirmed the severity of the injury to the 22-year-old.
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PAImage caption, Midfielder Ederson is in line for a first World Cup appearance following his late Brazil call-up
Brazil full-back Wesley has been ruled out of the World Cup because of a thigh injury, with Manchester United-bound midfielder Ederson called up to replace him.
Roma defender Wesley left the field in tears after 15 minutes as Brazil - who are in Scotland's group - beat Egypt 2-1 in their final preparation match.
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