Lucas Paquetá
Center Midfielder
Attacking Midfielder
Creative Playmaker
Aug 27, 1997 (29)
Left
5'11"
159 lb
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2026 World Cup
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2026 World Cup
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MRI confirms thigh injury
Paqueta (thigh) sustained a muscle injury revealed by an MRI in New York Tuesday and is ruled out of Brazil's round of 16 fixture against the winner of Norway-Ivory Coast, according to the CBF, per L'Equipe.
Analysis: Paqueta was forced off at halftime of Monday's round of 32 win over Japan and returned to the bench limping during the second half, raising immediate concerns over the severity of the issue. He will follow an intensive treatment protocol under the supervision of Brazil's medical staff with the objective of returning to action as quickly as possible. His absence marks the second hamstring-related injury suffered by Brazil during the tournament after Raphinha, adding to coach Carlo Ancelotti's growing list of fitness concerns heading into a crucial knockout stage fixture set for Sunday at MetLife Stadium.
Exits with injury Monday
Paqueta exited Monday's Round of 32 match against Japan due to an apparent hamstring injury, according to Cahe Mota of GloboEsporte.
Analysis: Paqueta was seen holding his hamstring in the early stages of the first half and didn't look completely healthy throughout the game, so he was taken off at HT. Endrick took his place, though if Paqueta has to miss a few games if Brazil advance, Neymar would be a logical replacement in attacking midfield.
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