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Brazil’s World Cup Preparations Rocked After Star Player Suffers Brutal Injury
- Guimarães sustained a hamstring injury that will sideline him for up to 10 weeks, a major setback for Brazil's World Cup plans.
- Newcastle manager Eddie Howe said the team faces a period without Guimarães as March friendlies loom for Brazil.
- Carlo Ancelotti will test midfield options like Casemiro, Gerson, Paquetá, and Andrey Santos to cover Guimarães's absence.
- The injury could impact Brazil's cohesion ahead of the 2026 World Cup, with March friendlies seen as key tune-ups.
- Éder Militão’s possible absence adds to Brazil’s defensive depth concerns ahead of the World Cup tune-ups.
- Bruno Guimarães's injury creates opportunities for young talents to step up in March.
- Brazil returns to action in about a month for friendlies against France and Croatia.
- The injury has broader implications for Brazil’s build-up and team balance this year.
- Sports Illustrated’s Amanda Langella provided the coverage and context for Brazil’s World Cup preparations.
- The report emphasizes the potential impact on Brazil’s midfield balance during tune-ups.
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