The Brazilian national soccer team has called up Palmeiras goalkeeper Weverton for the upcoming South American qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup, where Brazil will face Chile and Peru.

The Palmeiras goalie replaces Liverpool's Alisson, who got injured this Saturday in a match against Crystal Palace during the seventh round of the Premier League, according to the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF).

Under the management of Dorival Júnior, the Brazilian team will visit Chile on October 10 and then host Peru five days later in Brasilia. These matches are against the bottom teams in the standings, where Brazil will look to get back on track.

After the first eight rounds of qualifiers, Brazil is in fifth place with 10 points, tied with Venezuela, and trailing behind Argentina, which leads with 18 points.