Newcastle United midfielder Bruno Guimaraes has earned a place in Brazil's 26-man squad for the World Cup but fellow countryman Joelinton has been overlooked by Selecao chief Tite. Guimaraes has been a regular figure for the national side in recent months after flourishing for Eddie Howe's Newcastle in 2022.
The 24-year-old missed Brazil's last two fixtures through injury but was always expected to be called upon for the Qatar showpiece later this month. Brazil boss Tite was on Tyneside last month to get one final look at his potential World Cup stars when Newcastle took on Aston Villa at St James' Park.
Guimaraes was seen dining with him at Brazilian steakhouse Rio just days before the Premier League clash in a big hint he was set to be selected. Joelinton, Philippe Coutinho and Douglas Luiz also featured in the top flight clash, which Newcastle won 4-0.
