The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) announced the call-up of goalkeeper Hugo Souza from Corinthians to replace injured Alisson from Liverpool for the national team's upcoming friendly matches against France on March 26 and Croatia on March 31. Alisson sustained his injury despite recently appearing in a match where Liverpool triumphed over Galatasaray to advance in the Champions League. Hugo Souza will join other goalkeeper options, Bento from Al Nassr and Ederson from Fenerbahçe, as selected by head coach Carlo Ancelotti.

Carlo Ancelotti previously indicated that he has not yet finalized his trio of goalkeepers for the upcoming matches and emphasizes that competition remains open for the 2026 World Cup as players' performances evolve throughout the season. Although Alisson had been a mainstay, Ancelotti mentioned that the status of positions is not completely settled, allowing for others to challenge for the roster spots.

As the team prepares for these critical friendlies, the depth of talent in Brazilian football remains a focal point, with coaches continually assessing players' forms as they consider their options. The selection of Hugo Souza showcases the depth involved in managing national squads and reflects the ongoing competition for places leading up to future tournaments like the World Cup.