Friendly: Gabriel Magalhaes ruled out for Brazil-France clash

Gabriel Magalhaes will not take part in the friendly match between Brazil and France this Thursday in the United States. The two teams meet as part of the FIFA international window in March 2026. Injured this weekend during the defeat to Manchester City (0-2) in the Carabao Cup, the defender is ruled out for this prestigious duel. The bad news was announced by the Brazilian federation in a statement on its social media channels.

«(…) Le Arsenal defender, Gabriel Magalhães, is ruled out for the friendly matches against France and Croatia. After Sunday’s (22) match against Manchester City, in the final of the English League Cup, the player complained of pain in his right knee. Imaging tests have confirmed that Gabriel Magalhães is not fit to participate in the matches of this FIFA international break. No other player will be called up to replace him.»