for their World Cup qualifiers against Ecuador and
Colombia, despite the country having already
qualified for the 2018 tournament.
Brazil are nine points clear at the top of the
standings with four matches to go and are the only
South American nation assured of their place in
Russia so far.
Tite had hinted at selecting an increased number of
domestic-based players but has opted to name a
strong squad for the fixtures, with Neymar set for a
playing return to his home country for the first time
since completing a world-record €222million
transfer from Barcelona to Paris Saint-Germain.
Commenting on Neymar's move, Tite said: "He is
looking for a new challenge, a new club and career
plan.
"The essence is to enjoy football. Two items are
fundamental: the supporters and the player.
"Allow him to be happy in his club, to adapt and
develop to his best."
Neymar is joined in the front line by Gabriel Jesus,
Roberto Firmino and Taison, while Liverpool
attacker Philippe Coutinho is also included.
David Luiz and Douglas Costa are two of the
biggest names to be left out of the squad, but
uncapped Manchester City goalkeeper Ederson will
hope to make an impression.
Brazil squad in full:
Goalkeepers: Alisson, Cassio, Ederson.
Defenders: Dani Alves, Rodrigo Caio, Fagner, Filipe
Luis, Marcelo, Marquinhos, Miranda, Thiago Silva.
Midfielders: Renato Augusto, Casemiro, Philippe
Coutinho, Fernandinho, Giuliano, Luan, Paulinho,
Willian.
Forwards: Roberto Firmino, Gabriel Jesus, Neymar,
Taison.
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