Joelinton Ruled Out of Brazil's World Cup Qualifiers
Joelinton's on hold after a serious injury ruled him out of Brazil's qualifiers. Read more about the latest news.
Joelinton's recovery timeline remains uncertain, but Newcastle's upcoming fixtures will likely be affected by his...
Joelinton won't be joining Brazil's World Cup qualifiers anytime soon. The 29-year-old midfielder suffered a serious injury during Newcastle United's 3-2 loss to Liverpool in the Premier League, prompting the Brazilian Football Confederation to confirm his absence from the qualifiers.
The injury occurred during Monday's match when Joelinton left the pitch visibly upset in the second half. Newcastle manager Eddie Howe wasn't optimistic about the situation, bluntly stating, “Joey, it doesn’t look great, to be honest.” This latest setback adds to Joelinton's injury woes, as he had previously battled knee problems.
Injury Details
Type of Injury: Muscle problem, likely a thigh issue given his visible distress and Howe's comments
Previous Injuries: Knee problem that kept him out of action for several games last season
Impact on Newcastle: Newcastle is considering signing Conor Gallagher as a potential replacement, with the midfielder's versatility being a key factor
Next Steps for Joelinton
Joelinton's recovery timeline remains uncertain, but Newcastle's upcoming fixtures will likely be affected by his absence. With Sandro Tonali also sidelined due to a shoulder injury, the team faces a challenging period ahead.
According to recent news, Carlo Ancelotti has indeed called up new players for Brazil's upcoming qualifiers, but there's no mention of Bahia's Jean Lucas being part of the squad. Instead, Ancelotti's first squad included Chelsea's Andrey Santos and Estêvão Willian, showcasing a blend of veteran players and young talent.
Brazil Upcoming Fixtures
- September 4th: Brazil faces Chile at the Maracana stadium
- September 9th: Brazil travels to Bolivia for their final qualifier
Current Standings
Brazil currently sits third in the CONMEBOL qualifying standings with 25 points, and their upcoming matches will be crucial in determining their World Cup qualification prospects.
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